Question 1

how bad of rebound should i expect when stopping tysabri (natalizumab) infusions when i can't take new med of same class due to health issues? what'll be me symptom

Accepted Answer

Depends on...: What tysabri (natalizumab) has been prescribed to treat. Will need this information to best address your concern please.

Question 2

39f no health issues, had a tia with no known cause. blood work & bp good, low chole. dr said mri of head & cta of head/neck good. having new symptoms:bad unilateral neck/head pain, blurry vision in right eye, vertigo. concerned of dissection missed?

Accepted Answer

: Please consult a vascular consultant soon for without clinical exam no diag. can be made. Good luck.

Question 3

doctors, what are your health-related new year's resolutions and how do you plan on achieving your resolution(s)?

Accepted Answer

Weight loss: How many people in their 80's and beyond are fat? Not many. Keeping trim is the first and most important thing you can do for your health!

Question 4

what are the symptoms of systemic health conditions?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: Depends on the system with the disease. Respiratory / cardiac / vascular / musculo-skeletal / immune / neurologic / endocrinologic / etc.? Need more specific question as to which systemic condition.

Question 5

i'm wondering is gout a symptom of another health issue?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Kidney problems, metabolic disorders as well as other medication or combination of medication could be factors.

Question 6

is the new health coverage for dependent adult children in effect?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Your best source of a specific answer is the source of your insurance. Although the law may allow you to cover a child or children to a specified age, it may require that you call in and add them to an existing policy before they are covered.

Question 7

why do i obsess about my health? every symptom becomes a major disease in my head.

Accepted Answer

Illness anxiety: It is possible you experience Illness Anxiety Disorder (formerly Hypochondria). While this name might sound stigmatizing, this anxiety disorder can be quite debilitating. Here's a quick screen: http://www.4degreez.com/misc/hypochondria_test.html
If positive, consider consulting with a mental health professional about it. It can be treated!

Question 8

can you tell me exactly when is the right time to get a new mental health counselor ?

Accepted Answer

Trial period: It is important that a patient have a good rapport with their counselor.The first few visits are usually about gathering information and getting to know you. After that time period, the counselor should start going into therapy mode. If after that time you still are not connecting with the therapist, you could discuss with them about the need for a change and get their recommendations.

Question 9

in what ways does smoking affect one's health? and how long does it take for its symptoms to start?

Accepted Answer

Smoke: Cancer:lung, tongue, oral, throat, bladder, anal. Emphysema, hypertension , heart attack, stroke. Osteoporosis (male & female). Lung cancer kills more than cancer of colon, breast, prostate, ovary all together. Emphysema changes starts within 10 yr, cancer may take decades. Is a stealth killer. Stop now   it is terrible to smoke.

Question 10

if living abroad is it possible to adopt a new culture's lifestyle/eating and maintain one's health?

Accepted Answer

Growing up my : Family lived all over the world. We always tried to incorporate local custom/ culture into our lifestyle. Whether it be in america or any where else on the globe, it is up to us to make healthy choices from the options that are available.

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How bad of rebound should i expect when stopping tysabri (natalizumab) infusions when i can't take new med of same class due to health issues? what'll be me symptom

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39f no health issues, had a tia with no known cause. blood work & bp good, low chole. dr said mri of head & cta of head/neck good. having new symptoms:bad unilateral neck/head pain, blurry vision in right eye, vertigo. concerned of dissection missed?

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Doctors, what are your health-related new year's resolutions and how do you plan on achieving your resolution(s)?

A member asked:

What are the symptoms of systemic health conditions?

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I'm wondering is gout a symptom of another health issue?

A member asked:

Is the new health coverage for dependent adult children in effect?

A member asked:

Why do i obsess about my health? every symptom becomes a major disease in my head.

A member asked:

Can you tell me exactly when is the right time to get a new mental health counselor ?

A member asked:

In what ways does smoking affect one's health? and how long does it take for its symptoms to start?

A member asked:

If living abroad is it possible to adopt a new culture's lifestyle/eating and maintain one's health?

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