A 37-year-old member asked:
why do my eye lids have involuntary muscles contractions?
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Dr. Andrew Shatzanswered
Ophthalmology 26 years experience
Fasciculations: It is not uncommon to develop involuntary contractions of the eyelids, called fasciculations. These are mild, sometimes described as vibrations of the lids and tend to disappear after days or weeks. If the contractions are strong or painful, it is called blepharospasm and may require medical evaluation to determine the cause and treatment options.
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A member asked:
Do colds lead to ear infections in children?
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Dr. Lisa Robertsanswered
Pediatrics 23 years experience
Yes: Colds tend to precede the onset of an ear infection in children. This is because a cold causes fluid to develop in the middle ear, that at times may get infected by bacteria or viruses. Ways to decrease your baby's risk of ear infections are: 1) avoid smoke exposure, 2) try to limit pacifier use in those prone to ear infections, and 3) avoid having your baby drink milk laying down flat.
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A member asked:
How can I help soothe pain from an ear infection?
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Dr. Michael Amsteranswered
Specializes in Pediatrics
Motrin, mineral oil: Pain is due to stretching at the tympanic membrane, or ear drum. Prescription numbing agents can help, though gently warmed mineral oil dropped into the ear canal is very soothing. Holding a warm wash cloth to the ear increases the air pressure in the canal, helping push the ear drum back in, releasing the stretch. Of course Motrin and tylenol (acetaminophen) help relieve pain as well.
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A 53-year-old female asked:
I suffer with chrohns and I have a colostomy and the skin around the stoma burns so bad that it brings tears to my eyes. Do you have any suggestions?
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Dr. David Wishnewanswered
Wound care 42 years experience
Peristomal wound: When i see a patient who has difficulties with peristomal wound or pain, i generally try to ascertain cause. Usually, if there is no underlying pathology, the skin is irritated by the adhesive. Using a hydrocolloid dressing beneath the adhesive may reduce the difficulties.
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A member asked:
Thick nasal mucus - I have to blow my nose very hard to get the plug feeling out, it is commonly very thick, white (not clear). Should I be concern?
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Dr. Jeffrey Pollardanswered
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery 21 years experience
Thick nasal mucus: Thick nasal mucus can be related to sinusitis, but not necessarily. If you have chronic allergies or recurrent infections you should consult a doctor who can identify if there is an opportunity to improve nasal inflammation with sprays or treat infection with antibiotics. You may benefit from good nasal hygiene as well which involves using salt water rinses to clear mucus and allergens.
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A 30-year-old male asked:
If I had a seizure 14 years ago in my sleep with my eyes just rolling no convulsions what kind would that be all my records were lost?
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Dr. William Goldieanswered
Pediatric Neurology 48 years experience
Back off: Jeff - please find yourself a good doctor to talk to face to face. Do not keep sending the same questions. Set your mind at ease and resolve your conflicts. That will be the only way to resolve your concerns!
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