Question 1

what does it mean to be seeing stars?

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Seeing shimmery dots: Seeing stars means seeing shimmering spots or dots. It can mean a problem with the eyes, if one has no reason to see shimmering dots (didn't just stare at a bright light, didn't get caught by a camera flash, is not squeezing his eyes tightly, is not dizzy or fainting). If the symptom stays for more than a minute, or is a repeating symptom, an ophthalmologist can do a full eye examination.

Question 2

how were diseases cured by the pioneers of the west?

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Excellent question: I am not an authority on this subject. But i suspect that they brought some medicines with them from the east. They likely were taught remedies by indians.  My mother was a forager & it is amazing how many things can be remedied by plants in the woods. I know that many pioneers died from their illnesses.

Question 3

is west syndrome hereditary?

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Secondarily: Infantile spasms divide broadly into those arising in the context of an identified disorder and those that are not (idiopathic).  The spasns themselves are not hereditary, but many of the identified causes can be.  See:  http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/west_syndrome.

Question 4

what does west nile look like?

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Fever, headache, etc: Most infections are without symptoms.  20% get west nile fever.  Less than 1% of those with wn fever get neurologic problems.  Symptoms of wn fever: sudden fever, fatigue, headache, body aches, skin rash. Symptoms of neuro-invasive disease:  neck stiffness, confusion, seizures, paralysis (inability to move) similar to polio.

Question 5

seeing stars during sex. normal?

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Maybe: Normally only the earth is supposed to move when you have sex, not the heavens (joke)  you may see stars when you hyperventilate or experience changes in blood pressure, both of which usually occur during sexual arousal and orgasm. If this is bothersome, get checked by your doctor.

Question 6

can melatonin help when travelling west too?

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Westward ho!: Melatonin is very helpful when traveling West, maybe even more so than traveling East. That said, there should be no harm from taking it in both directions.
Hope your travel is for fun and enjoyment.

Question 7

why does my field of vision have flashes stars?

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Exam time: Seeing flashes of light or stars can be associated with eye problems (pvd, retinal tear, etc) or high blood pressure. In pregnancy it can be associated with preeclampsia also. Most doctors want to be called or have a patient seen quickly if such symptoms. A physical and eye exam plus evaluation of blood pressure and tests can help determine what's occurring.

Question 8

falling below normal height or weight required for gymnastic stars?

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Eval: Usually gymnasts are more concerned about exceeding height and weight norms, not falling below them. Because height and weights for competitive gymnasts tends to be low already, i would consult with your physician for medical evalation. Depending on the cause for low height/ weight the physician may recommend working with a nutritionist or other measures.

Question 9

why do i faint and the my sight is white and then it looks like stars?

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Fainting: There is insufficient information to answer the question specifically. People can faint, from stress, dehydration, issues with their heart,  or brain. Please provide more information or go on to health tap prime for a video conference,

Question 10

what is jet lag all about? is there a difference if you fly east vs. west?

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Clocks out of synch: Jet lag is a mismatch between your internal clock and the external world.  This happens when you travel east or west (less so with westbouond travel)  often you will feel fatigued, have poor appetite and may have trouble sleeping. Sunlight and melatonin set your internal clock. To treat it get out into the sunlight, eat at regular times, and take melatonin if you have trouble falling asleep.

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