Question 1

my father in law has just been diagnosis with superficial siderosis. hiw could this be treated. any clinical trials? willing to travel. he is 73.

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Sign not disease: Superficial siderosis is a sign of a disease called Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy not a disease entity itself. Clinicaltrials.gov has several ongoing clinical trials that are currently recruiting. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 2

does bactrim have residual effects ?

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Missing info: Why are you on bactrim &amp; why do you ask? You will get the most from this site when you provide background information with any question so answers focus on your real concern. Bactrim like any antibiotic can alter gut germs (transient) and trigger allergic response in some  people. A few can have a sun activated skin rash. For most, it does its job &amp; leaves the body without any issues.

Question 3

can superficial phlebitis cause health problems?

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Typically no: Usually not - this is a local reaction and usually resolves.

Question 4

what does residual defect mean in relation to cva?

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Residual malfunction: This usually refers to a small degree of malfunction that remains after what seems to be full recovery from a cva.  So if the  cva caused arm weakness, the arm remains slightly weaker than its baseline, after the expected time to recovery has lapsed.

Question 5

how long can residual pain from diverticulits last?

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Varies: Each person heals differently & depends on the severity of the episode of diverticulitis. It would be common for healing & recovery to take many days to a few weeks, with the discomfort continuing to diminish over that time. Avoid constipation, follow your doctor's instructions.

Question 6

have superficial punctuate keratopathy - is it normal at 77?

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SPK: Superficial punctate keratitis (spk) can refer to ocular surface (ie corneal epithelium) irritation.  It can also be used to describe thygeson's spk which is a disease of the cornea causing significant symptoms.  Both can occur at any age.

Question 7

superfical thrombophlebitis looks like what?  can you die from it?

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Color changes / pain: Superficial thrombophlebitis can cause some of the changes and symptoms of deep vien thrombosis. Usually on physical exam and a good quality doppler it can be sorted out. Dvt is the dangerous one and travel to lung as a pulmonary embolus. Superficial not life threatening.

Question 8

i am about to have a superficial parotidectomy, what should i expect?

Accepted Answer

Pain, swelling: Pain, swelling, possible facial weakness or paralysis due to injury to the facial nerve. Your surgeon whould provide a complete list of what to expect.

Question 9

im getting irrationally worried about superficial phlebitis. what to do?

Accepted Answer

All work.: There is no best medication for superficial phlebitis.  Any antiinflammatory that is tolerated by the patient is acceptable.  The type ordered is usually determined by the physician's training and experience.  I prefer advil, (ibuprofen) Motrin or naproxyn.  Wet heat to the area also helps and an evaluation by a vein specialist would also be recommended.

Question 10

what can i do when intermediate and superficial cell is seen in endocervical.

Accepted Answer

These are benign...: "intermediate and superficial squamous cells" are normal cells from the ectocervix (outer cervix).  These cells are not premalignant or malignant.  If you underwent an endocervical biopsy / curettage, and only intemediate and superficial cells were seen, then the biopsy may not have obtained the lining of the interior portion of the cervix, and you might need additional sampling.  Ask your doc.

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My father in law has just been diagnosis with superficial siderosis. hiw could this be treated. any clinical trials? willing to travel. he is 73.

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Does bactrim have residual effects ?

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Can superficial phlebitis cause health problems?

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What does residual defect mean in relation to cva?

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How long can residual pain from diverticulits last?

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Have superficial punctuate keratopathy - is it normal at 77?

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Superfical thrombophlebitis looks like what? can you die from it?

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I am about to have a superficial parotidectomy, what should i expect?

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Im getting irrationally worried about superficial phlebitis. what to do?

A member asked:

What can i do when intermediate and superficial cell is seen in endocervical.

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