Question 1

what is mace?

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Mace: Is tear gas phenacyl chloride  dissolved in hydrocarbon solvent to make tear gas. This gas was replaced by less toxic chemical oleoresin capsicum in usa, although older form is still in use in other countries.
P.S.: i know all this from a close friend who worked for smith-wesson co.

Question 2

when do toddlers need a malone procedure (mace)?

Accepted Answer

Not enough info: Could you please explain the toddler's medical history and any procedures/surgeries that have been done? Cannot answer without this additional information.

Question 3

please help docs! is pepper spray/mace reliable?

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No: People who eats very spicy food are resistant to pepper spray!

Question 4

am i dying?

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Yes: Yes, we are all in the process of dying, only the rate of change is unknown

Question 5

am i dying?

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We all are: A 3-word question with no details... well, life is short on Earth, regardless of whether a person lives 3 days, 3000 days, or 30,000 days. It is not length of one's life that matters, but the quality of the life lived. The goal is not to live a long life, but to live a good life. Even if a person makes it all the way to age 82, that's only 30,000 days.

Question 6

im a nurse?

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Symptoms:  Because you are a medical care provider, it is especially important for you to quarantine and get tested before interacting with patients. COVID 19 infection is possible. Suspicion for COVID 19 is higher if you have at least 2 of these sx’s: temp of at least 99.6, Cough, Shortness of breath, Chills, Shivering, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat or new loss of taste or smell.

Question 7

i have cold?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Based upon the information you&#x27;ve given, one could conclude
that indeed you have a cold because, why would someone pose the question if they were not experiencing symptoms commonly associated with a cold.  On the other hand, one could argue, &quot;how can you conclude a person has a cold when they haven&#x27;t divulged any of their symptoms!&quot;  so, help us by providing a few details.

Question 8

am i dying ?

Accepted Answer

I don't know: I don't know, john.  Technically, every person who is alive will die someday, yes.  But unless you have been diagnosed with some untreatable illness, then no, you are not actively dying.
If this is something you worry about a lot, mention it to one of your parents, a close adult friend, or a school counselor.  A lot of people have these kinds of worries and you can get help to not worry so much.

Question 9

what is asp?

Accepted Answer

ASP can stand for…: Many things not related to field of medicine but suspect you're referring to male enhancement product esp. Better to avoid such otc products since not certain what they contain & haven't been tested for safety. If having problems of erectile dysfunction, discuss with pcp/urologist. Don't smoke; limit alcohol use; perhaps correcting anemia will help. Doc can offer other options.

Question 10

i have cold?

Accepted Answer

Rest and fluids: The more rest and fluids you can get will help you get over this more quickly.  Try some nasal saline spray as well to help relieve some of your symptoms.

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