Question 1

what preventative tests should a 52 year old woman have?

Accepted Answer

That depends!: The basics, for women of average risk are: your weight, your first colonoscopy at around 50 years old, a blood pressure check, blood tests for cholesterol and diabetes, sexually transmitted disease screen unless there's no risk whatsoever, a pap smear and hpv virus test if you have not had them done in the past three years. Other tests depend on your individual health risks.

Question 2

if i feel a cold coming on, what are the best preventative measures to take?

Accepted Answer

Keep well rested: If one truly has gotten a cold virus, it will have to run its course. Some people take extra vitamin c (may upset the stomach) and some take extra zinc (most lozenges have lots of sugar), but how much these things help is uncertain. Avoiding overexertion, such as not running a 10k race, is wise. Anti-inflammatories like tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin can help with symptoms. Adequate rest and sleep helps too.

Question 3

are there known issues associated with long term use of human worming tablets ?
has been used as a 'preventative measure' possibly 10+ years

Accepted Answer

Possible toxicity: I am certain that no physician would condone this: possible toxicity: these are potentially dangerous medicines if abused and there is NO LOGIC in using them as a"preventive measure"- I suggest that you seek medical and psychologicial help.

Question 4

what is preventative health care?

Accepted Answer

Proactive: This would be proactive versus reactive. Included are things like regular visits to the Dentist to prevent dental problems instead of waiting for problem to occur. Yearly physical exam with blood work to check health status before you have a problem. Eating properly and regular exercise to help prevent things like diabetes and high cholesterol, etc. Your wise choices and actions prevent conditions

Question 5

what are the best preventative measures for flu?

Accepted Answer

Wash, vaccine, avoid: Avoiding people with the flu is the most reliable method, though this is hard to know, as some people may have no symptoms but carry it for a few hours! Flu can also be transmitted through the air

Therefore, hand washing or use of antiseptics can help with preventing transmission. If there is an outbreak, wearing an appropriate mask might prevent flu. Finally, the flu shot / vaccine works!

Question 6

what preventative action can be taken against proctitis?

Accepted Answer

Several: Decrease risks that are known to be associated with inflammation of the rectum- infections, toxins, .

Question 7

does malaria have preventative medication that i can use?

Accepted Answer

Fortunately, yes: There are several preventive medications (prophylaxis) that can be taken by children and adults to prevent malaria. Travelers to areas where there is a high risk of malaria should consider using prophylactic medications. A primary care doctor, infectious disease doctor, or travel medicine doctor can prescribe the medications. Mosquito netting and insect repellant (deet) are important too.

Question 8

what is the best preventative measure for the common cold?

Accepted Answer

Hand washing: Avoid being near folks with common cold. If you are in contact with such a person or items that were near or in contact with the person, wash your hands. Avoid touching your face before you wash your hands.

Question 9

are prenuvo preventative full body scans legit? if not, why?

Accepted Answer

: Prenuvo patients pay $2500 for a "medically unnecessary" full-body MRI scan. Repeat scans may be needed because no human is perfect, so it is likely that a full-body scan will find something to go see doctors for, to do testing/exams/biopsies/etc. The MRI scan is likely a great scan; the question is should you buy one or only if you have more risk factors for disease. One's doctor can help decide.

Question 10

when do you recommended to have a preventative oophorectomy?

Accepted Answer

Preventive removal: Of ovaries is usually recommended in women who tested brca 1 or 2 positive after they completed childbearing.

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