Question 1

could a person live without the dura matter?

Accepted Answer

Not for long.: Not for long unless only a small area is missing.  Dura can also be replaced surgically.  The dura is needed to protect the nervous system from infections, inflammation, and contain the cerebrospinal fluid.  The dura also has a role in the brain being able to auto-regulate its own pressure and blood flow.  Without these features, one would not live more than 1-2 weeks if there were a large  defect

Question 2

does it matter what time i use my medications?

Accepted Answer

It may matter: Certain medications are more effective if taken at certain times. Also, some medications need to timed around meals or activities. Blood pressure medications, cholesterol medications, osteoporosis medications and some antibiotics would be some examples of these. Consult with the prescribing doctor or the pharmacist for more information.

Question 3

i feel anxious every day no matter what it is i'm doing, why?

Accepted Answer

See below: Talk to you physician to see if there's a physical basis for anxiety. Practice relaxation, meditation, guided imagery (you can google it); keep a diary of the events when you happen to be anxious -- what happened (the event), thoughts you had; things you've done to decrease anxiety; how you body responded (where did it feel in your body). Set up a routine, to make your environment more predictable.

Question 4

does it matter which way baby is laying on u/s to determine sex?

Accepted Answer

Not really: The ultrasound technologist/obstetrician should be able to tell gender no matter what position the baby is in.

Question 5

does it matter if i eat a doughnut all at once or throughout the day?

Accepted Answer

Depends on ur goal: Depends on what i r trying to achieve. If you don't want to gain weight, then what really matters is the overall total amount of calories and fat u eat in a day compared to what u burn. If u don't want your blood sugars to rise too much at once, spreading it out helps.

Question 6

what's the use of measuring my body fat percentage?  why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

Health: It can give you an idea of if your proportion of fat to muscle is healthy or not. In the military, if you don't meet weight standards - you are tape measured to estimate body fat. When body fat is too high - you can be separated from the military service.

Question 7

i am 50  and have gain a lot of weight no matter what i do can't lose it?

Accepted Answer

Consider Help of MD: If you feel you have tried everything to lose weight and failed you should  strongly consider seeing a doctor who specializes in bariatrics.  You need to have a detailed medical history and physical exam and appropriate lab work.  This lab work should include at least a cbc, cmp, lipids, tsh, & hgba1c.  You need an individualized weight loss program developed for you.  Diet and exercise are key.

Question 8

why is it impossible for me to get stronger no matter how much i work out?

Accepted Answer

Change it up : Usually you plateau if you continue to do the same exercises. Change up your routine. Different stressors can help you kick start. Intervals are also helpful.

Question 9

is having m gravis a serious matter and if it safe to be a merchant mariner?

Accepted Answer

Treatment is key.: Untreated, mg is serious and particularly in a potentially dangerous profession.

Treated well, you will have a safe and happy career.

Question 10

does it matter the time of day you take a trt injection. morning or evening?

Accepted Answer

: If you're referring to testosterone injections, it's my impression that there  are intramuscular injections administered by a health professional during regular office hours as well as SQ injections which you must administer. Unlike insulin you don't require immediate action of the medicine so it shouldn't matter what time of day the injection is given as the testosterone acts over days &amp; not hour

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