Q: my hep b surf ab is <2.00 what does that mean?

Depends: Were you immunized against hbv? If you were, your antibody has waned but you are likely still immune. If not, you are susceptible to HBV unless...You are a chronic carrier of hbv...If that is it, your HBsAG and anti-hbc will both be +.

Q: can wearing contacts when surfing cause pterygium?

No: Pterygium is caused by sun exposure.

Q: is it safe to go surfing 4 weeks after getting earlobes pierced?

Enjoy!: Should be no problem. If you're worried, go ahead and put some vaseline or antibiotic ointment on the holes and that should protect them from too much water exposure. Keep in mind that if your ears are tender, red, or not healed you should wait. Jeff spiegel www.Drspiegel.Com.

Question 1

can i go surfing with a tampon in?

Accepted Answer

Yes but why?: This is one of the things tampons were developed for so that you can have a normally active life.  And surfing can be done with a tampon in place

Question 2

is surfing a good way to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with diet: Surfing is a energy consuming sport, which in conjunction with a healthy diet should contribute to weight loss.

Question 3

is it safe to go surfing with a cold?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is safe: As long as you do not have fever and mild cold, you can go surfing
but if you are febrile and very sick than it is not a good idea.

Question 4

is surfing a good way to loose weight?

Accepted Answer

In combination: Surfing is an energy consuming sport, which in combination with a healthy diet will result in weight loss.

Question 5

are you less likely to get injured when shortboarding than surfing?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Both can cause injuries.

Question 6

i had a k-wire put through the center of my 5th metacarpal. it's due to be taken out in 6 weeks but is it ok if i go surfing after 4 weeks or so?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor: If the k wire exits the skin, then there is by definition a track to the deeper part of the bone.  Surfing may expose the bone to bacteria and lead to worse problems.  I would ask your doctor if its ok to surf, but i would say "no!".

Question 7

do i have adhd if i channel surf?

Accepted Answer

One symptom: Does not make an illness.  Perhaps you are just bored.  If you have concerns, why not make an appoitnment with a psychiatrist in your area for an evaluation?  You have nothing to loose and perhaps a lot to gain.

Question 8

my hep b surf ab is <2.00   what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Were you immunized against hbv? If you were, your antibody has waned but you are likely still immune.  If not, you are susceptible to HBV unless...You are a chronic carrier of hbv...If that is it, your HBsAG and anti-hbc will both be +.

Question 9

can wearing contacts when surfing cause pterygium?

Accepted Answer

No: Pterygium is caused by sun exposure.

Question 10

is it safe to go surfing 4 weeks after getting earlobes pierced?

Accepted Answer

Enjoy!: Should be no problem.  If you're worried, go ahead and put some vaseline or antibiotic ointment on the holes and that should protect them from too much water exposure.  Keep in mind that if your ears are tender, red, or not healed you should wait.

Jeff spiegel
www.Drspiegel.Com.

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