Bones & Osteoporosis
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Have You Had These Procedures, What Are They Like?
Asked by L.S. from Phoenix
on April 4, 2008
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Just recently changed GYN. He was great. Wants me to have a "bone density" scan to check for osteporosis. What is this like? What can I expect when I go to have it...
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- Hi L., I am 56 (no children at home either)so I guess I can relate to some of what you are going through. I can't help you with the bladder sling but I have had the "...
- For mild incontinence I would try all other options before surgery. Talk to your OB/GYN about pelvic floor rehabilitation. S. V www.trueharmonywellness.com www.t...
- I had the bladder sling procedure done 4 years ago and I LOVE IT!!!! Best thing I ever did for myself. I couldn't laugh, cough, sneeze etc. without wetting myself. ...
Tell Me About Vitamin D and Calcium Deficiencies
Asked by S.P. from Dallas
on November 8, 2011
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Ladies:
I had a fracture 4 months ago and I have had Vitamin D deficiency in the past . I did a bone density test today and it shows that my bone density is less th...
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- first of all you are gonna get this question pulled so fast with all those links in it. second of all, be sure you take your magnesium along with your calcium to ab...
- I was diagnosed w/a vitamin d deficiency after complaining of extreme fatigue my dr had to prescribe 80,000 IU to get me back on track now I take a daily vit D supplem...
- Bone density is also helped by strength-building exercise like running and weight lifting.
Aagh! I've Lost Two Inches in Height!
Asked by D.C. from Provo
on September 1, 2010
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This seems like a silly question, but it's important to me. I had Cancer several years ago (3 years Cancer free now!). During the past two years I've noticed it is get...
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- It's probably not serious, but it does sound like bone loss which puts you at risk for breaking a bone. And if you are a young Mom, I am sure that would not be desira...
- It's true, we all shrink with time. My 15 year old is so much taller than me all the sudden I was sure it was shrinkage, but nope....he really is getting that tall w...
- Me too, but I'm in my 60's. My discs are hardening and compressing – a normal enough occurence at my age, and a bit of bone loss could be kicking in, too. But if I w...
Three Month Long Periods? What's Going On?
Asked by D.M. from Atlanta
on September 17, 2008
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I am 53 and thought I had entered menopause last April. When my period ended, I didn’t have another. Then in November, I started (bummer) and it lasted through Janua...
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- D., When paying cash, many offices offer lower/better rates. NEGOTIATE!!! Call around!! You can find decent rates for these things by letting Drs know up front yo...
- D., I'm a PA, but speak here out of friendly educated advice, not professional advice. Talk to your own provider for that! You HAVE to get the endometrial bio...
- Hi D., Sorry to hear you're having those problems. I am also 53 and last December I had the same thing to happen. My doctor did do a biospy while I was bleeding a...
Versed & Fentanyl for Gum Implant (Alloderm)
Asked by M.G. from Dallas
on January 13, 2010
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I'm about to have some gum implants, alloderm, put since otherwise I might end up loosing my teeth and bone density. I will have an IV with Versed and Fentanyl. Even t...
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- Hello Tia. I work for a periodontist in Keller, which means we specialize in issues like gum grafting among other things. I am very familiar with alloderm. It is compl...
- Hi, I've worked at a clinic since 2001 that on average sees about 100 patients per week. With a few exceptions, all of our patients recieve both Versed and Fentanyl....
- Hi there! I apologize for not having any advice on the two meds that are in question, but from reading the other responses they seem to be safe. I would like to he...
Where I Can Go for Medical Attention- Low to No Income
Asked by R.N. from Dallas
on June 24, 2009
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I am having sever spine pain along with other bad symptoms and really need someone to help me. My pain management doctor discharged me because I didn't I couldn't go t...
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- Hi R., sorry for all that you've gone thru and dealing w/ pain on top of that has to be so stressful. Shame on the Dr's for not helping you locate a resource they sho...
- A lot of Dr's will see you as a self paying patient and give you a self pay discount. I would try that. Try a Care Now or place like that as a self pay. It is all...
- Go to the ER at Parkland. I realize that would be a drive for you but they are a very good hospital and do not charge. Unfortunately I do not know of any hospital for ...
Seeking a Good Daily Vitamin
Asked by M.C. from Nashville
on March 13, 2008
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I am 28 years old and think that I would like to start taking a daily vitamin. My mother has osteoporosis and I know that I need to start a calcium supplement as well,...
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- Hi M. Rainbow Light makes a good Basic Multi and a Woman's One a day which does the trick (for the most part) As for calcium, there is a formula called Calms, get ...
- Hi M., I just started taking and distributing a liquid multivitamin that is terrific! It's a 10 in 1 formula that is a multi-vitamin and mineral formula plus: I...
- ona a day women's formula is great. my ob reccomends it. it has all the essential vitamins & minerals in it, plus calcium and folic acid. she also suggested popping...
Drinking to Much Soda/pop/caffeine
Asked by B.B. from Omaha
on September 15, 2006
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Hi, I am always stressed out and more so as usual. I catch myself drinking only coffee in the morning and pop in the afternoon. It's like I keep doing this to fill s...
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- I just discovered brocolli slaw as a way to get more calcium. YUM! It's in the section of the grocery store with salads. It sounds weird, but it's the stems of the ...
- I will agree with the WATER WATER WATER statement. Caffeine and soda in general acctually dehydrate you. It is a hard habit to break but just start chugging around a...
- BABY STEPS!!! I was drinking 3-4 cups of coffee a day, drinking cherry coke like it was going out of style till I came down and "crashed" (passed out)-I was in the Arm...
Natural Remedies for Reflux
Asked by A.B. from Augusta
on August 27, 2010
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we have been on prevacid for the past 3months and the dr suggested that we take him off of it. He is 5 and a half months. Prevacid worked like magic and he was so ...
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- Try Gripe Water by Baby Bliss. It is totally natural and you can get it at Walgreens and most grocery stores. I had great luck with it so it is worth a try. Good l...
- Not sure how old he is, but he is obviously not breaking down his food at all or having an allergy to something he is ingesting. try digestive enzymes, which one will...
- I have heard that chiropractic care with someone who specializes in kids can be very helpful. If your son (I'm assuming he's young from your description) had a somewh...
Need Chiropractor and Acupuncturist in Keller / Southlake Area
Asked by J.W. from Dallas
on October 15, 2007
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My mom, age 86, has a very painful pinched nerve in her back with numbness running down her thigh. She has had three steroid injections with anesthesia since Labor Da...
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- There is a really good chiropractor (Dr. Hill) located at Trinity Mills and the Tollway. North Dallas Rehab and Wellness. Follow the link: http://www.ndrwclinic.com/
- I HIGHLY recommend Dr Ken Parker at Jubilee Wellness Clinic in Keller. He does chiropractic and accunpuncture and I just can't say enough good things about him. ##...
- Try Jubilee Wellness Center on Hill St in Keller or Dr Wade Parkhill Chiropractor off Keller Parkway. Both are awesome and I believe Jubilee may do something along the...
