Question 1

what is the safest way to cook chicken breast or tenders without waiting for it to thaw?

Accepted Answer

Varies: In the microwave, stove, or broiler. Can also be grilled.

Question 2

i cook on a flat top grill for work. my face turns extreamly bright red now i have a rash, dry and sore. i wasn't always like this cooking b4 thoughts

Accepted Answer

Dry skin vs allergy: Your face rash could be from radiant heat and having dry skin, or perhaps you have an allergy to one of the foods that you are cooking. It's also possible the rash you have is from an unrelated problem or autoimmune disease. Ask your doctor if it's possible you have a facial rash from lupus. (SLE).

Question 3

i have a small cut on my finger. i suspect it is infected because the gland in my armpit is sore. it wasn't a deep cut, it's about 1.5cm long, and i sustained it indoors. do i need to worry about a tetanus injection?

Accepted Answer

...get immunized..: A 1.5cm long cut on a finger with subsequent tender Lymph node in the armpit of the same hand is consistent with infection likely from the wound. If one has not had a tetanus boaster (TDap) in the past five years or so, one should get immunized and then take the appropriate antibiotics. Either way a visit to the PCP is indicated

Question 4

i have a sore throat/cough. i went swimming-indoor pool-and next day throat and cough worse. should i still swim today or rest until all better?

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Wait until better: Would be best to wait until feeling better.
That way you would not be putting other swimmers at risk from your coughing.
Also this will give your body some time to "heal" naturally.

Question 5

is a slow walk outside for a couple hours by myself ok after about 6 days into a common cold? i have a mild sore throat, mild cough. not really fevering. i have energy and i dont feel like sitting indoors all day. i sleep well. is this safe?

Accepted Answer

: It is fine for you to go for a walk, it will do good for both your physical and mental health. Drink enough water, juice, not sugary soda, to keep your urine mostly colorless.
Wish you good health!

Question 6

i cut my gum on a steak bone and the area is still open and i can see the bone or part of my tooth.  doesn't seem to be infected but it is sore.

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: If you can see bone/tooth and it hurts, you should probably have a dentist take a look at it. You are at risk for infection.

Question 7

i have a blister that popped sore is bleeding its raw?

Accepted Answer

Open blister: Keep it clean and lightly covered.

Question 8

i think that i might have been bit by something yesterday. its fairly sore so i thought i would get an opinion. do you know what this might be?

Accepted Answer

Couldn't say: You generally only know what bit you if you catch them in the act. Most bites produce a similar response regardless of the bug. An exam may help, but likely not if the reaction is minor.

Question 9

whats the difference between gingivitis and a cancor sore?

Accepted Answer

Oral Health: Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gingiva (gums) surrounding your teeth It is usually generalized but can be localized to one area. An aphthous ulcer (canker sore) is a lesion that will present on your oral mucosa and although painful, will resolve on its own in about two weeks. From the symptoms you described it is best to see a local dentist for treatment while you still have teeth to treat.

Question 10

i have been having a sore tummy for about 3 days
its for me?

Accepted Answer

Pain abdomen: Pain in a dimem can be secondary to simple things like gastroenteritis, reflux , urine infection or more dangerous causes like gall bladder stones, inflamed gall bladder , heart attack , ectopic pregnancy etc .  Please see your doctor or do consult with one of the smart health doctors .

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What is the safest way to cook chicken breast or tenders without waiting for it to thaw?

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I cook on a flat top grill for work. my face turns extreamly bright red now i have a rash, dry and sore. i wasn't always like this cooking b4 thoughts

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I have a small cut on my finger. i suspect it is infected because the gland in my armpit is sore. it wasn't a deep cut, it's about 1.5cm long, and i sustained it indoors. do i need to worry about a tetanus injection?

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I have a sore throat/cough. i went swimming-indoor pool-and next day throat and cough worse. should i still swim today or rest until all better?

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Is a slow walk outside for a couple hours by myself ok after about 6 days into a common cold? i have a mild sore throat, mild cough. not really fevering. i have energy and i dont feel like sitting indoors all day. i sleep well. is this safe?

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I cut my gum on a steak bone and the area is still open and i can see the bone or part of my tooth. doesn't seem to be infected but it is sore.

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I have a blister that popped sore is bleeding its raw?

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I think that i might have been bit by something yesterday. its fairly sore so i thought i would get an opinion. do you know what this might be?

A member asked:

Whats the difference between gingivitis and a cancor sore?

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I have been having a sore tummy for about 3 days its for me?

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