Archive for April, 2008

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Apr

I have a protruding disc in my back at L5/S1 and instead of doing a cage surgery the artificial disc is an alternative. Anyone have any knowledge or has had the surgery s I know what to expect as far as recovery and success rate for the surgery. Thanks
Answer: check website www.laserspineinstitute.com […]

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2
Apr

What will the different effects be between these 2 medicines? Thanks for any help
Answer: The 30mg MS Contin is time release Morphine. I believe it is taken just every 12 hours. The Vicodin is hydrocodone and the morphine is more powerful. At least in the milligrams, it works differently than the Hydro, it is […]

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2
Apr

Weekly contact lenses?

Author: admin

do i have to use them the week i get them or can i save them and use them later on. basically how long do they last when they havnt been opened.
Answer: As far as I know they stay good until you open them. They would last five or six months at the least

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2
Apr

7
Answer: 1 why?
Answer: 3 - all orthopedic.

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2
Apr

Kay so, I had a fiberglass cast for 5 weeks. I went to the doctor about 5 days ago, and he gave me a walking boot, but said I still had to use crutches.. so I am. Occassionally I take it off during class when I'm just sitting there and such. Now it's hurting though, […]

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2
Apr

I noticed when shaving that putting the slightest pressure on my neck/throat causes alot of discomfort and if I apply stiffer pressure on the left or right side muscles (veins? no clue) causes bad pain.I never really noticed this before so I dont know if its normal,or if its natural to feel pain when applying […]

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2
Apr

Good remedy for cramps?

Author: admin

ok well it depends how bad you get cramps,,,,are we talking severe? because thats all I know about are severe cramps! I know at the moment you feel a cramp you need to start with the motrin ( ibprofen) it's the same thing,,,,,same as aleve, midol any anti-inflammatory it's all the same, I however, have […]

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2
Apr

And hit the handle bars when he fell.
He says he hears & feels a pop when he tries to move.
He has minimal swelling & almost no bruising after 20 minutes.
Am trying to get a hold of his doctor.
My mom said not to take him to the emergency room.
But since his doctor hasn't answered yet I […]

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2
Apr

if i lay down for a while and get up my head stats to hurt really bad.helpppppppppp
Answer: pl see what suits you.
If you are in cold country use all warm things.
Pl try cold water bath and observe if in hot country, if pain increases use warm.
If you have cough/cold body hot water bath will help.
Massage […]

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2
Apr

do you need to get it seen too or will it heal by itself.im in a lot of pain but hate hospitals.it happened friday night and its now monday night.it is swolen and red and blue but i can cope.if it will heal by itself i will cope with it.any advice.
Answer: If you don't want […]

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