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I broke my forearm in a polo accident. I had an X-ray and a bone scan done. What's the difference between these two tests?7 years 31 weeks ago634
I broke my leg in a bad fall down the stairs. The doctor put me in a cast and told me I could put a small amount of weight on it--I can touch my big toe to the ground. I'm a little worried about doing even this much. Will it still heal with this much pressure?5 years 24 weeks ago348
I broke my leg two years ago, and it still hasn't healed. My orthopedist says it's because of my age (I'm 77) and the fact that I have to take steroids for my arthritis. I haven't time to hobble about. Anything new out there?8 years 24 weeks ago301
I can't get my mother to go back to her rheumatologist for her arthritis pain. She says she is done with doctors. She's trying everything else possible: acupuncture, massage, yoga, and even hypnosis. Is there any proof that these methods work?2 years 1 week ago211
I can't get my older teenagers to wear their seat belts when driving the car. They insist the air bags will protect them. Am I barking up the wrong tree here? Are they right?41 weeks 2 days ago141
I can't get my therapist to do ultrasound treatments all over where it hurts. Why does she just do ultrasound in a little spot?8 years 31 weeks ago351
I didn't pay any attention to all the hype about hormone replacement therapy because it didn't affect me. Now I'm having symptoms of menopause. I'm wondering what's the latest on this drug?4 years 51 weeks ago268
I don't know what to do. The doctor thinks I have rheumatoid arthritis and wants me to start on some medications. My lab tests have all come back negative so I don't know what to think. I don't want to take drugs if I don't have to.1 year 48 weeks ago244
I don't like to go out in the sun so I also keep my children out as well. Now I'm hearing that we need to get sun to get vitamin D. Can't we get that through food?2 years 10 weeks ago302
I don't understand what a stress fracture is. My daughter, a dancer, had one a few years ago.50 weeks 2 days ago158
I get frustrated with my older parents when they visit the doctor. They don't ask any questions and just blindly follow instructions they are given. My sister thinks they get better faster and we should leave them alone. Is there any scientific proof to this?4 years 33 weeks ago281
I get ultrasound treatments for chronic pain. Last time I had a burning sensation during the treatment. Could I have been burned from ultrasound?8 years 31 weeks ago354
I get up early and go for a three-mile run in the mornings. I heard that coffee is not good before exercising so have been avoiding it. But I need it to wake up. Without it, I'm a danger to myself out there! Any suggestions?8 years 24 weeks ago309
I got a contusion in my thigh playing soccer. How long should I rest my leg?7 years 37 weeks ago862
I grew up in Canada, but I've lived in the United States for 10 years now. Canada has a national health survey to collect data from selected households. They use this information to study health issues, ways to prevent diseases, and plan better treatment. Why doesn't the United States have something like this?5 years 45 weeks ago263
I had a bad car accident and ended up with a condition called complex regional pain syndrome. I understand not everyone gets this so I'm wondering why me? I don't really expect an answer to my question. I'm just frustrated.4 years 35 weeks ago343
I had a case of shingles that went away but I still have pain from it. The doctor tells me I have postherpetic pain. I'm using capsaicin cream right now but it's not much help. Does this eventually go away on its own?21 weeks 2 days ago145
I had a hip replacement that went bad and had to be removed. As it was explained to me, the implant had tiny debris particles that caused it to loosen. That's all taken care of now but I'm scheduled to have a disc replacement in my neck. Is this likely to happen with disc implants?1 year 45 weeks ago220
I had an X-ray of my hip after a horseback riding accident. According to the radiologist's report, there was no sign of osteoporosis. My neighbor had a different test called "DEXA scanning" that showed she did have early thinning of bone. What is the best test for this problem?7 years 34 weeks ago338
I had low Vitamin D levels because I take seizure medication. At least that's what the doctor told me. I heard that I could go to a tanning booth and get all the vitamin D I need. I thought tanning booths were taboo. What's the scoop on this?3 weeks 2 days ago24
I had one breast removed from breast cancer when I was 45 years old. Now I am 55 and in the middle of menopause. It's very tempting to take hormones to stop the hot flashes and other symptoms I'm having. I've heard there's an increase risk of breast cancer with the hormones. Is that true?4 years 51 weeks ago277
I had some special X-rays taken that resulted in skin damage. The doctor called it dermal necrosis. Does this happen very often?1 year 48 weeks ago257
I have a bone condition called osteopetrosis. Over the years, it has caused severe arthritis in my hips and knees. I need joint replacements but how can they do this without damaging the bones even more?2 years 6 days ago230
I have a fairly nice gym set up for myself at home. This gives me the flexibility of exercising whenever my schedule allows. I did work with a personal trainer for about a month. On my own at home, I notice that my effort seems less. Even though I am doing the same exercises, will there be the same effect as when someone is coaching me?4 years 33 weeks ago277
I have a friend who is a dwarf with a special condition called diastrophic dysplasia. She is bent forward at the hips and knees and can’t stand up straight. What causes this?4 years 24 weeks ago297
I have a friend who is totally crazy about running. He clocks at least 40 miles per week. I, on the other hand, do well to get in 20 miles per week. Neither of us has a weight problem, so I'm wondering if there is some health reason for me to push it more.8 years 15 weeks ago289
I have a history of blood clots in my legs. I also have very bad knees and want to try a knee joint replacement. I’m already taking a preventive blood thinner. What else can be done to prevent clots from forming?4 years 24 weeks ago327
I have a lead fragment from a gunshot wound in my leg. It doesn't bother me, but I wonder about lead poisoning. Is this possible from such a small piece?5 years 37 weeks ago844
I have a question about how research is done. I read an article about a study to show which treatment helps back pain the most. The patients were divided into two groups, but there were more people in one group compared to the other. Is this fair?4 years 24 weeks ago286
I have a sister who is bipolar and must take her meds everyday. She lives with me so I help make sure this happens. We also have a family history of osteoporosis and both of us are getting up there in age. Her doctor has told us the drug she's taking can have an adverse effect on bone. Can we do anything to prevent this from happening?2 years 11 weeks ago249
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