Question 1

are there any side effects to taking whey protein powder? i'm about to start taking it and am wondering if there are any adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

Whey protein powder: contains very little lactose and so many lactose intolerant folks can use it w/out issue.  If you can't, there are lactose free whey protein powders on the market.  Make sure it is from free range cattle rather than cows penned up and fed hormones and antibiotics.  Peace and good health.

Question 2

is there any known adverse effects for taking protein powder (whey, casein)? i usually drink one or two a day between meals, not as a meal replacement

Accepted Answer

Minimal: Whey protein isolates are generally very safe to ingest. There is a potential for some abdominal distress if you take too much at once, but this is rather rare. Assuming you have no other medical issues that would preclude you from processing protein, you should be just fine.

Question 3

symptoms due to a large yellow jacket sting (~ 2 months ago) under my right armpit. by accident, insects stinger was absorbed into my system for ~6 hrs, before it was pulled out. wbc in range. is bacteria or its venom causing pain at site? treat?

Accepted Answer

: A careful exam by one's doctor should lead to an answer to the question of whether or not there is a lingering problem in your right axilla (armpit).

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: yellow jacket allergy?

Accepted Answer

Venomous insect: A yellow jacket is a type of venomous stinging insect. Allergy to it's sting can cause itching all over body), hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing, nausea/vomiting, low blood pressure, and passing out.  If you have ever had any of these symptoms after being stung, see an allergist for further evaluation. If itching or swelling just localized to sting - likely not allergy.

Question 5

could you tell me what happens if you wait to treat a yellow jacket sting?

Accepted Answer

That depends: It not allergic - just have less symptom relief. If severely allergic - a person might actually die.

Question 6

how long will swelling from yellow jacket sting last?

Accepted Answer

Depends on severity: Of rxn. Swelling from a large local reaction can last for 48 hours up to one week.

Question 7

what is the proper first aid for yellow jacket stings?

Accepted Answer

Unnecessary: First aid isn't usually necessary unless you're allergic.

Question 8

i stepped on a yellow jacket today and 10 hours later it still feels like it's on fire. i think it stung me in a vein. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Directly apply Soy: sauce to the sting for immediate relief.Watch it over the next few days for the development of secondary infection.Use Benadryl (diphenhydramine) if swelling is a problem but be aware of the sedative effect.If out of Soy Sauce,order in Chinese.

Question 9

do any of those male enhancement pills like yellow jacket really work?

Accepted Answer

No: At 5-6 inches when erect he is normal.  There is no proven method of safely enlarging the erect penis.

Question 10

what allergic reactions could my child get if he gets stung by a yellow jacket?

Accepted Answer

Yellow jacket sting: Yellow jacket sting can cause localised reaction with refness, burning, pain and itching and sometoimnes infectioin sets in. But this is less worrisome than the systemic reaction one can get with breathign difficulty, tongue swelling and in sever cases airway obstruction. If u know u have allergic reacctin before, you should always carry an epi-pen with you when u go outdoors.

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Are there any side effects to taking whey protein powder? i'm about to start taking it and am wondering if there are any adverse effects?

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Is there any known adverse effects for taking protein powder (whey, casein)? i usually drink one or two a day between meals, not as a meal replacement

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Symptoms due to a large yellow jacket sting (~ 2 months ago) under my right armpit. by accident, insects stinger was absorbed into my system for ~6 hrs, before it was pulled out. wbc in range. is bacteria or its venom causing pain at site? treat?

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What is the definition or description of: yellow jacket allergy?

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Could you tell me what happens if you wait to treat a yellow jacket sting?

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How long will swelling from yellow jacket sting last?

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What is the proper first aid for yellow jacket stings?

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I stepped on a yellow jacket today and 10 hours later it still feels like it's on fire. i think it stung me in a vein. any ideas?

A member asked:

Do any of those male enhancement pills like yellow jacket really work?

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What allergic reactions could my child get if he gets stung by a yellow jacket?

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