Question 1

what physical and emotional symptoms show you are suffering from internet withdrawal?

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Internet: Mood changes and anxiety, with any physical symptoms that are part of either.

Question 2

i'm 32. went 2 doctor 2day 4 physical. my doc was shocked my ldl cholesterol was 16 & curious as 2 how. is a 16 ldl of concern? i take no cholest meds. read on the internet about familial hypobetalipoproteinemia, abetalipoproteinemia, tangier disease

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High cholesterol: The "LDL-C" stands for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. It's also called "bad" cholesterol, in part because it is one of the major building blocks of plaque buildup in arteries. Which opens a cascade of arterial complications; heart and brain. LDL cholesterol: 130–159 mg/dL is borderline-high. You have 160–189 mg/dL is high,  you fall in this group. You require therapy. Crestor, (rosuvastatin) 20 mg/day

Question 3

i start chemo next week and i looked up the 2 chemo drugs on the internet and all the side effects scare me.?

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Discuss with your MD: Chemotherapy medications often have many "scary" side effects.  Fortunately most side effects are temporary.  However, you should discuss your specific concerns with your oncologist as he/she knows these medications best.  Additionally, one should also "weigh" the risks vs. The benefits.

Question 4

i was just diagnosed with osteoporosis . can i reverse this? with exercise. i read on the internet that the injections (boniva) have bad side effects.

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Family practice : If it is severe than injections are probably necessary for treatment. If mild oral medication is usually fine. Once a month medication is standard of care still. Always take calcium with vit d daily.

Question 5

is there a chance that my skin might be discolored after labiaplasty? what are the most frequent side effects of labiaplasty? i am a woman in my 30's. having researched the labiaplasty procedure on the internet, i read about some side effects like skin di

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Possible not probabl: While discoloration is possible it is not probable. In fact most patients prefer the appearance  afterwards because the labiaplasty eliminates the darker portions that patients frequently dislike. However, a review of your surgeons photos will likely give you a good idea of what to expect. To see photos of over 150 labiaplasty procedures visit bodysculptor.Com.

Question 6

hello. i'm using licorice root powder in cakes these days. i saw its side effects and benefits on the internet. is using it in foods, cakes or tea still helpful or dangerous ? should i eat it directly for its benefits? how can i use it effectively?

Accepted Answer

: Licorice is used as an anti inflammatory product . Many compounds sold as licorice do not have any and only its smell. Dugs including health products should be taken for specific indication. If you are healthy and eat healthy food you should not take and do not need so called health foods

Question 7

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) fast max on an empty stomach? i took it and ended up throwing up really bad. lots of reports on the internet of adverse effects of taking mucinex (guaifenesin) on empty stomach.

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Mucinex (guaifenesin): mucinex (guaifenesin) is brand name for glycerol guiacolate Same as Robitussin but in pill form. It is an expectorant and loosens mucus so you can spit it up.  You can also drink a lot of tea and do largely the same thing.  Maybe you took it because you were coughing (appropriate) and because you coughed hard you set off the gag reflex and that's why you vomited badly. It wasn't the mucinex (guaifenesin) but the cough!  Ah h

Question 8

how do i stop my kids from internet predators?

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Monitor: Children do not have a right to online privacy.  The internet is an adult's world so you child's internet activities should be directly monitored.

Question 9

is excessive internet use harmful to your health?

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Use judiciary : Internet used properly can be helpful if you know the site is a genuine one . Some internet sites can harm if you are just following them without logically thinking.

Question 10

is there a death clock on the internet for drug abusers?

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No: There are some semi-serious sites where folks can enter numbers and get an estimate of how much time their bad lifestyle choices are taking from them. But this pathologist assures you that however many years of actual life a drug abuser loses, the loss in quality of life, meaning, and loving relationships is far greater -- and rehabilitation can come only from within.  Peace.

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I'm 32. went 2 doctor 2day 4 physical. my doc was shocked my ldl cholesterol was 16 & curious as 2 how. is a 16 ldl of concern? i take no cholest meds. read on the internet about familial hypobetalipoproteinemia, abetalipoproteinemia, tangier disease

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I start chemo next week and i looked up the 2 chemo drugs on the internet and all the side effects scare me.?

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I was just diagnosed with osteoporosis . can i reverse this? with exercise. i read on the internet that the injections (boniva) have bad side effects.

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Is there a chance that my skin might be discolored after labiaplasty? what are the most frequent side effects of labiaplasty? i am a woman in my 30's. having researched the labiaplasty procedure on the internet, i read about some side effects like skin di

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Hello. i'm using licorice root powder in cakes these days. i saw its side effects and benefits on the internet. is using it in foods, cakes or tea still helpful or dangerous ? should i eat it directly for its benefits? how can i use it effectively?

A member asked:

Can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) fast max on an empty stomach? i took it and ended up throwing up really bad. lots of reports on the internet of adverse effects of taking mucinex (guaifenesin) on empty stomach.

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How do i stop my kids from internet predators?

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Is excessive internet use harmful to your health?

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