Question 1

i could have todd's paresis. does anyone know anything about this?

Accepted Answer

Temporary weakness: Tp is focal (not generalized) weakness, often on one side or the other (although may affect speech or vision), following a seizure. It can mimic a stroke but it's temporary and usually very brief. The cause is not known but thought to be depletion of receptors/transmitters. It requires no treatment and gets better on its own.

Question 2

my 22 month old doesnt talk like other todds his age. he only says mama and papa. should i be worry?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: Delayed talking can be normal....birth order can affect...especially if siblings are chatty and translating....hearing screen is a good place to start....see your M.D. for a referral.If the speech is a true issue..then your doc can stuff with early interventions.

Question 3

what time will the antibiotic will effect. co-amox 400mg 3ml 2x/day for a todd 20mons who's wbc 19.7?

Accepted Answer

Elevated WBC: Why are they on the antibiotic ? A urinary issue or lung issue?usually within 24-48 hours of antibiotics you see a dramatic effect, if not you have to reassess.  A WBC of 19 is high, if it is still that  high go to ER and make sure it is not kidney infection or pneumonia a one year old is fragile..

Question 4

todd 1st febrile symptoms 9mos bcoz of high fever cause pneumonia 2nd fs 14mos pneumonia again. is that possible he have epilepsy?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: If he had one seizure each time he was ill and has been well and seizure free between illnesses he likely does not have epilepsy but rather febrile seizures.  Characteristics include short duration of seizure associated with fever(less than 15 minutes), short period of post seizure confusion, Normal development, growth and overall health, no non febrile seizures.

Question 5

que haces todos los domingos ?

Accepted Answer

Sitio de información:  médica. Este es un sitio para obtener información sobre medicina y salud. No fue diseñado para la pregunta que usted hace. Cuídate.

Question 6

my child has fewer and it started toda?

Accepted Answer

Fever in a child: Fever in a child can be due to a variety of causes. Right now, Covid is one of the top causes. Because Covid does not usually cause severe illness in children, treat the fever with fever reducer and keep an eye out for any symptoms. (cough, fatigue, body aches, headache, sore throat, nausea/vomiting/diarrhea) If any of these arise, call your Dr for further instructions/testing.

Question 7

how fast does ks tend to spread on the body?

Accepted Answer

Kaposi's Sarcoma: Not very. But, it all depends on your underlying medical condition. And the condition of your immune system.  If you have HIV and are not on medications you need to get on them asap!

Question 8

do drug addicts also tend to be self-harmers?

Accepted Answer

Some are: Those who self harm may have other addictions such as drugs, eating disorders, etc. Drug addiction, in turn, does have a higher incidence of self harm. However, not all, or even the majority of drug addicts, are self harmers. Certain substance abuse has a higher rate of self harm. These are amphetamines, benzodiazepines (probably withdrawal) problem drinking is common among people who self harm.

Question 9

do people with low hairlines tend to stay hairy?

Accepted Answer

Balding : People with low hairlines may also face issues with balding. This can lead to a higher hairlines over time.

Question 10

why do women tend to live longer than their husbands?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons!: Women are less prone to heart disease.  Women will see a doctor. Men will procrastinate.  Women, in general take better care of themselves.  There are no industrialized nations where men outlive women.

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I could have todd's paresis. does anyone know anything about this?

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My 22 month old doesnt talk like other todds his age. he only says mama and papa. should i be worry?

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What time will the antibiotic will effect. co-amox 400mg 3ml 2x/day for a todd 20mons who's wbc 19.7?

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Todd 1st febrile symptoms 9mos bcoz of high fever cause pneumonia 2nd fs 14mos pneumonia again. is that possible he have epilepsy?

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Que haces todos los domingos ?

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My child has fewer and it started toda?

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How fast does ks tend to spread on the body?

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