thin sticky secretion in my eyes that itches?… by little debb
the inside corners of my eyes ( beside my nose) itch alot and when i scratch them there is this thin sticky secretion that is making them itch. it is actually under the lid of my eye in the corner. sometimes hard to get to.
i do not have allergies. i do not have pink eye.
i do not have vision problems nor do i wear glasses or contacts and it is not eye boogers ( sleep in my eyes) or whatever you call it.
can anyone help me.
it probably is some kind of infection but i have had this for a long time.
i guess a year. its never gotten worse.
i am from the south.
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That is why I called my ophthalmologist a few days ago. He prescribed blephamide for an infection that he believes is a secondary infection from rubbing the eyes irritated by pollen (yeah, it's already Spring in the South). But the primary reason is an infection.
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Can you list and explain the advantages and disadvantages of Dialysis and a Kidney Transplant?… by Akb
I have searched the internet a bit and looked in some books but I have found little. Only obvious things like if you don't have a dialysis you will die. And that you have to use the dialysis machine about 3 times a week in the hospital for a few hours at a time.
Thanks a Lot
Akbar
Edit:
it is hemo-dialysis i was talking about
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I have Wegener's Granulomatosis, I got sick at 12 and now i'm 17…I have had my kidney since i was 15
There are two ways of preserving a kidney. Even though their goal is to keep the kidney alive they do it in different ways.
One method is called Hemo. A port is inserted in the neck, forearm, chest or thigh. I had one in my thigh and chest. It is a filter that cleans the blood. The machine used is a man made membrane called a dialyzer. A person is connected to the dialyzer by tubes attached to the port. The blood is slowly pumped from the body to the dialyzer where toxins and extra fluid are removed. The filtered blood is then pumped back into the body.
Some pros of hemo dialysis is that it is done by trained professional heath care, who can watch for any problems. It also lets you be around people going through the same thing your going through. A dialysis session usually last from three to five hours and needs to be done three times a week.
Some cons of my hemo dialysis was low blood pressure, Nausea, throwing up, disoriented ,and being cold almost frigid. It felt like death got hold of me, because I couldn
What to apply for Split in Webbing of finger ?… by KelviBadh
I've probably cut a small tear at the webbing (between the fingers).
What cream/ointment/powder should I apply to cure it ?
How many days will it take ?
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Ow! Ow! Ow! How that must hurt. I get splits and fissures around my fingernails, and the pain is indescribable. The best thing I have found for this problem is Temovate Cream (clobetasol propionate) 0.05%. You will need a prescription for it, however.
If you don't want to go the doctor route, I suggest an OTC remedy like Neosporin or mercurochrome. Bandage the area loosely so air can get to it, and keep it dry. Try to keep the fingers on either side of the split fairly immobile until the split heals. Check the wound daily to make sure it is not becoming infected.
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Uh oh…. 2nd Gardasil shot and a flu shot in the same day??… by CrazyHyperJest
Okay, i'm 14 years old by the way. My mom picked me up from school and drove me to a clinic (Not, my usual one that I visit for check ups, usual vaccines, and etc) So a lady gave me the second gardasil shot (there's three right?) and then gave me a flu shot following after that. So like about six or eight hours later (my mom's at work right now). I started to feel a headache and dizziness.. Think there's something wrong??? What should I do??? Help??? Thank you
Ah, forgot to tell…My mom didn't meet with my doctor before any of the two shots.
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How is Gardasil given?
Gardasil is given as an injection (shot) into a muscle in your upper arm or thigh. You will receive this injection in a doctor's office or other clinic setting.
Gardasil is given in a series of 3 shots. You may have the first shot at any time as long as you are between the ages of 9 and 26 years old. Then you will receive a second shot 2 months later and a third shot 6 months later.
Be sure to receive all doses of Gardasil recommended by your healthcare provider or by the health department of the state you live in. If you do not receive the full series of vaccines, you may not be fully protected against the disease.
Gardasil should not be used in place of having a routine pelvic exam and Pap smear to screen for cervical cancer.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Contact your doctor if you will miss an Gardasil booster dose or if you get behind schedule. The next dose should be given as soon as possible. There is no need to start over.
Be sure you receive all recommended doses of Gardasil. If you do not receive the full series of vaccines, you may not be fully protected against the disease.
What happens if I overdose?
An overdose of Gardasil is unlikely to occur.
What should I avoid while receiving Gardasil?
There may be certain other vaccines that should not be given at the same time as Gardasil. Until you have completed the series of 3 Gardasils, do not receive any other vaccine (including a flu shot) without first asking your doctor.
Gardasil side effects
Becoming infected with HPV is much more dangerous to your health than receiving the vaccine to protect against it. However, like any medicine, Gardasil can cause side effects but the risk of serious side effects is extremely low.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
pelvic pain;
severe stomach pain; or
pain, swelling, or stiffness in your joints.
Less serious side effects include:
pain, swelling, redness, or itching where the shot was given;
mild fever;
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upset stomach;
dizziness;
runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough; or
muscle pain.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Gardasil?
Before receiving Gardasil, tell the doctor about all other vaccines you have recently received.
Also tell the doctor if you have recently received drugs or treatments that can weaken the immune system, including:
an oral, nasal, inhaled, or injectable steroid medicine;
medications to treat psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, or other autoimmune disorders, such as azathioprine (Imuran), efalizumab (Raptiva), etanercept (Enbrel), leflunomide (Arava), and others; or
medicines to treat or prevent organ transplant rejection, such as basiliximab (Simulect), cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral, Gengraf), muromonab-CD3 (Orthoclone), mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept), sirolimus (Rapamune), or tacrolimus (Prograf).
If you are using any of these medications, you may not be able to receive the vaccine, or may need to wait until the other treatments are finished.
There may be other drugs that can affect Gardasil. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you have received. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
Where can I get more information?
Your doctor or pharmacist may have information about Gardasil written for health professionals that you may read. You may also find additional information from your local health department or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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How long does it take for Allegra to take effect?… by Dakota
I started taking allegra today and I wanted to know how long it takes for it to start working?
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Hi. I think Loulu2u said it well.
Here is some more information:
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Fexofenadine (Allegra) is in a class of medications called antihistamines. It works by blocking the effects of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergy symptoms. Whats great about it is that it is NON SEDATING - Claritin can make you drowsy at higher doses and Zyrtec's regular dosing can have sedating effects.
There are several versions of Allergra including those with Pseudophedrine (Allegra D), orally disintegrating tablets, and various dosaging (180mg, 120mg, & 60mg) options.
I have such severe allergies (year round - but Trees/Grasses/Molds are my worst) that I take the 180 mg dose twice a day. I have had no adverse side effects. At times, I take a decongestant (pseudophedrine) along with the fexofenadine to help with the extra stuffies of the bad reactions.
I did some research to help figure the answer to your question. I found your answer and a bit more. Maybe the info here is too much - but atleast I learned a bit.
Drugs dot com says that fexofenadine (the generic version of Allegra) is rapidly absorbed in a mean average of 2.6 hours. So, if you have been taking Allegra for a few days now, you should have a good level built up in your blood stream. If you are not finding relief, you should contact your doctor. The dosaging may not be enough, you might be taking a conflicting medication which limits the abilites of Allegra to work, you might need additional help to get over the rought times.
Here are a few suggestions about taking Allegra/Fexofenadine:
* Take with water, not juice (see study below)
* Take around the same time every day.
* If you take an antacid, take the antacid several hours before or after you take the Allegra.
* Do not eat with a high fat meal, it reduces plasma levels by 20% (drugs.com)
PS -
I just found this out - that if you are thinking about becoming pregnant, you might want to check with your doctor. Allegra is a Class C drug - which means it might cause harm to the baby or be passed along in breast milk. hmmm…yet its safe enough for a 2 year old with hives.
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What is the best scope for the crosman phantom break barrel air rifle?… by schackma
I hear the scope that comes with it is not the best. What scope can i get that is the most accurate and consistent for this gun.
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Beeman has some very nice airgun scopes
http://www.beeman.com
Hawke has a very nice line of airguns scopes
RWS & Simmons “ProAir” are two of my favorites
Your accuracy problems probably have more to do with the pellets than the scope. Unless your scope is loose(the Phantom has a scope stop, right?)
Do NOT put a regular firearm scope on a spring piston airgun, they will not hold up.
http://www.beeman.com/scopes.htm
http://www.airgundepot.com/air-rifle-scopes-overview.html
Air rifle scopes are not more expensive, they are constructed different to handle the recoil of airguns.
More info on airgun scopes including step by step sight-in procedure
http://www.pyramydair.com/site/articles/scopes-part1
http://www.pyramydair.com/site/articles/scopes-part2
http://www.pyramydair.com/site/articles/scopes-part3
“HOLD”
When sightning-in with firearms a sandbag works great as a rest, not so with an air rifle, a rolled up towel placed exactly at the balance point of the rifle is necessary. The butt of your rifle should barely touch your shoulder. You have to let a springer “rattle”. If you try to squeeze the life out of it, you will kill the accuracy of your gun.
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I have plaque psoriasis, does desoximetasone and triamcinolone creams work the same?… by danman2_29
I was first prescribed desoximetasone, which seemed to work good, however was very expensive. I was then prescribed triamcinolona cream, and I was wondering if anyone know if one was better or what. Thanks!
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Desoximetasone is a higher-potency corticosteroid than triamcinolone, but triamcinolone may provide just as much relief. You generally obtain the best results with “combination therapy”, when you use a topical corticosteroid along with a medication like salicylic acid and or a vitamin D cream (calcipotriene). However, phototherapies are more effective than drugs and have fewer side effects than most systemic agents. In a 2000 analysis comparing psoriasis treatments, an advanced phototherapy called narrow band UVB achieved the highest complete clearance rate (86% of patients).
Good luck!
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Does anybody know anny cure for mange?Is there anything to make him more comfortable until he sees the dr?… by miss_december_19
Has an appointment next week.
I don't know any history of the dog, was a stray that just came up.
lost most of hair and is covered in scales.
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It could be sarcoptic or Demadex. Sarcoptic is contagious to humans as well as other dogs. Wash your hands and stuff until you find out for sure. You could give him benadryl. You would need to give him childrens benadryl. The dose is 1 tablet per 25 lbs. Soem dogs get sleepy while others may become hyper. It is usually safe for dogs but when you give it to him for the first time just watch him to make sure he does not have a bad reaction to it. I have never had a problem with it before though. Mange is so terrible for dogs and I am very thankful to hear that you are going to help him. I wish more people were like you.
Sarcoptic mange is like Scabies to people and it can be cured, which means that once all the mites are gone they do not come back unless they are recontacted.
Demodex is a hereditary mange. This means that the mother or father carried this disease. Every living thing has mites on it's skin even humans. These mites keep our skin clean by eating the dead skin and other microbes. In a dog that has Demodex, their immune system does not keep these mites controlled. So the mites end up doing more damage then good. So in other words, Demodex is more of an immune difficiency than a skin condition. Demodex is not curable. Treatment will kill the mites and keep them at bay. Treatment is with 6 dips or more untill a skin scrape shows all mites dead. Later the owner should keep an eye out for more outbreaks. If an outbreak is caught early the dog may only need oral medication, another dip, or a medicated shampoo to retreat. Demodex may always reappear after treatment.
To the Vet Tech- I am also a Vet tech and I have personally seen a white boxer who had Demodex so bad that his skin literally sluffed off in my hands. He looked like the “Resident Evil” Dobermans. This dog was in such agony that we couldn't even do the medicated baths on him. When he barked his face would crack and shoot blood. So in other words, Demodex can be just as itchy and painful as Sarcoptic.
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Is there any equivalent chemicals that work the same as antidepressant & antianxiety medications?… by affiliateprg
If so what are their names and how do they work?
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I'm not exactly sure what the question is looking for but will note that antidepressants are frequently classified somewhat similarly when discussing anti-convulsants in terms of the way they effect the body and how other drugs react to them. They seem to have a relation, I don't know if that's the equivalent chemical link you were looking for…
Apparently anti-convulsants such as carbamazepine (Tegretol), sodium valproate (Epilim), and lamotrigine (Lamictal) are all used in bipolar patients as a mood stabilizer.
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What prescription drug is most comparable to street hallucinogens?… by Wentsho
What could a doctor potentially give a patient that would be remotely comparable to psychotropic substances like psilocybe or lysergic acid diethylamide? I'm researching a sibling in rehab. I would hope nothing, but imagine that's not true.
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Seroquel. Bad stuff. Ritalin is a form of speed (amphetimine)for those who don't need it. Seroquel is a psychotropic which they prescribe as an anti-psychotic and a mood stabilizer.
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