Question 1

what are signs of poor mental health?

Accepted Answer

Many: There are many symptoms of mental problems and these are often specific to a particular problem.  In general, poor mental health is noted by poor interpersonal relationships, an inability to function in a meaningful way in the environment, and loss of contact with reality.

Question 2

what can i do about my poor mental health?

Accepted Answer

Get help!: You do not have to go it alone. If you know you have issues, why not get some help from a professional. They can help you improve your mental health. You don't have to suffer they will help you find solutions and have a happier life. You will need to share with them all the problems you are having and together they will help you find solutions.

Question 3

can a poor learner survive in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Yes but . . .: Education is a key factor in more advanced employment so slow learning can be a problem. Is this person through with schooling?  Has this person gotten in trouble due to lack of learning skills.  These skills can be improved but sometimes the goals may need adjustment.  A vocational counselor should be consulted for the best options.

Question 4

why is my eyesight getting so poor over time?

Accepted Answer

See eyedoc: Depends upon what you are calling poor.  Is it progression of the need for eyeglasses?  Or some internal change in the eye which might cause permanent loss if not stopped.  You need to see an ophthalmologist to sort this out.

Question 5

my weight is very poor i want to gain my weigth?

Accepted Answer

See Dr., then eat...: If one is truly underweight (based on height, family background, and body type), a Dr. can evaluate for a hormonal, digestive, or other disorder. If no medical cause is found, then one can add weight by eating more calories of nutritious foods, while also doing weight-training to increase muscle. Proteins: egg white, chicken breast, salmon, ...  Better fats: olive oil, peanuts, almonds, tofu, ....

Question 6

how are social inequality and poor health linked?

Accepted Answer

There seems to be a: Correlation between low income and lesser health however no one knows what the link is for sure

Question 7

how can i cheer up a dear friend who is feeling poor?

Accepted Answer

Cool kindness: Don't say, "cheer up" or "you have no reason to be sad."  help out with the little things in life. Keep up the friendship without its subject being the person's mood. You mean more than you think or your friend can show. If the person is seriously dysfunctional, offer a drive to her primary care physician for possible consideration of treatment for dysthymia / depression.

Question 8

which sensations did you experience prior to fainting?

Accepted Answer

Fainting : I was standing although i had just herniated a disc. I felt very lightheaded and knew i was going to pass out.

Question 9

if getting tested for h.pilori do i have to fast before?

Accepted Answer

Depends!: You can get tested for h pylori in one of three ways: via blood, breath or stool. Blood testing doesn't require fasting but breath test requires fasting as well as other restrictions in 14d prior to exam while stool test requires similar requirements w/o fasting. Go see http://www.Aruplab.Com/guides/ug/tests/0020646.Jsp for more info. Clarify w/ordering physician which test is being done.

Question 10

how would  you perform a wheelchair transfer using a pivot?

Accepted Answer

Stand-pivot: Stand-pivot transfers are most commonly used when the person has one-sided  weakness as would be the case after a stroke. The person should be seated with the knees lower than the hips and the heels back somewhat behind the knees.  From this position the person is helped to standing placing the weight on the strong side, pivots, and lowers slowly on the wheelchair (with or without assistance).

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Pidor

A member asked:

What are signs of poor mental health?

A member asked:

What can i do about my poor mental health?

A member asked:

Can a poor learner survive in the workplace?

A member asked:

Why is my eyesight getting so poor over time?

A member asked:

My weight is very poor i want to gain my weigth?

A member asked:

How are social inequality and poor health linked?

A member asked:

How can i cheer up a dear friend who is feeling poor?

A member asked:

Which sensations did you experience prior to fainting?

A member asked:

If getting tested for h.pilori do i have to fast before?

A member asked:

How would you perform a wheelchair transfer using a pivot?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?