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What constitutes overfeeding a child with cerebral palsy who has a tube feeding, severe reflux, severe delayed gastric emptying, megacolon, and severe constipation? Specifically, if the child is 14 years old, weighs 95 lbs, and is on an elevate jr 30 cal/oz feeding schedule, would giving a 1130 ml bolus at once be considered overfeeding if the child tolerates it without leakage, vomiting, bloating, or pain?
July 13th, 2024
I’ve been having eczema from a very young age and I’ve been going through treatment for 9 years. I’m 16 years old now. The doctors I’ve been consulting say that I’ll have to live with it and there is no cure. I’ve been using ointments such as flutivate, will I’ve any side effects in the future of using such medications on a daily basis? Additionally, in a recent blood test, my IGE level was abnormally high. Should I be concerned about potential asthma development if the eczema is left untreated?
November 30th, 2023
I am a 66-year-old male with a fractured fibula that was treated with a cast instead of a walking boot. I had been walking on it for 2 weeks before the cast was applied, thinking it was just a sprain. The doctor said to come back in about 5 weeks and that I could use the bathroom and shower, but I'm concerned about bearing weight on the ankle. Should I ask for a walking boot before the next appointment? Also, with a walker that has wheels and a side stepper, am I still putting pressure on the ankle?
June 14th, 2023
I am 66 years old and have been experiencing dizziness when turning over in bed, along with a feeling of fullness in my ear and a hissing tinnitus in my left ear. I was previously diagnosed with BPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo). I am taking imipramine 25mg for anxiety. What could be causing these symptoms and what treatment options are available?
December 9th, 2023
I am 65 years old with osteoarthritis, sciatica, and a slipped disk. I am used to pain but lately, I have had trouble sleeping due to the pain, especially in my left hip and leg. I take medication for high blood pressure. Is it alright to take anti-inflammatory drugs for a few days to manage the pain?
December 26th, 2024
I had 3 teeth pulled today and am taking Percocet for pain and Ibuprofen for swelling. I also have panic attacks and was prescribed Xanax for those times. I am currently having a panic attack and am unsure if it's okay to take Xanax along with the other medications I've already taken. What should I do?
May 20th, 2024