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gastric band advice please no time wasters or insults?

May 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Question by tina: gastric band advice please no time wasters or insults?
Hi thinking of having a band fitted I am about 5 stone over weight yo yo dieted all my life, you know the score chubby kid , curvy teenager fat mam. I would like genuine advice from post op people please .I know this will not be easy but I’m 39 and i don’t want to spend the next 30 years hating myself.
hi again I can lose weight but I am a very emotional person I comfort eat so soon regain the weight I have lost. I need not to be able to overeat. because when I do over eat I hate myself.

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Answer by Jan409
why don’t you go and ask your doctor

He/she knows your weight problems and your medical history
and should be able to give you th best advice

Good Luck

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Patients offered financial advice at York doctors

April 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Patients offered financial advice at York doctors
MEDICAL patients will be offered financial advice from a poverty-tackling project set up in a York doctors’ surgery.
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Dental advice needed! Just had three teeth extracted and…..?

April 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Question by Sarah: Dental advice needed! Just had three teeth extracted and…..?
stitches were needed. This was done by my (new and rather young!) dentist in his surgery. No knock out, just local anaesthetic. Three injections to the roof of my mouth and I lost count at three in my gum line! I have had a fair bit of dental work done and my share of teeth being extracted but when I agreed to this course of treatment I was assured that all would be well in time for my holiday next week. I have a mouth full of blood and will, no doubt, scare my son and his mates when I collect him from school. I look like the bride of frankenstein, or someone equally bloody! What can I do apart from salt water mouth wash to speed up the healing process so I am not a toothless wonder in 10 days? Call me Gummy, go on, I can larf at myself! The crazy bit is,he gave me my new denture to bring home for my back teeth and I am totally bemused as to where and how it fits. I know where I wanna stick the darned thing!! And I was expecting some antibiotics and/or painkillers…maybe mouthwash…nope, just start the salt mouthwash from tomorrow…so I gotta scare the local kids till then cos I cannot stop the blood coming outta the side of my mouth. You made and enemy today,Mr, Dentist!!!! I am in the U.K, btw. Cheers and Have Fun…I struggle to say Keep Smiling…but I will…so Keep Smiling ;0)
these teeth were VERY stubborn…came out in bits and still are…bits falling from my gumline…took him an hour (just short of) to do this…never has having teeth removed been so…YUCKY!!…and I have had my fair share of extractions ;0)

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Answer by sexiebum
OMG thank you so much i am due to have 4 teeth out at hospital and some root work i am now dreading it, is it that bad? blood in your mouth? oh crap i am sure your teeth will heal soon your body always heals

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Teeth advice, do you think its reasonable to ask my dentist this…?

April 2, 2011 By 1 Comment

Question by Clare: Teeth advice, do you think its reasonable to ask my dentist this…?
My teeth are in really bad condition. The top ones in particular give me a lot of trouble. I wear a partial denture as I had to have a front tooth out.
The 2 smaller teeth either side of the very front ones are dead and have swelling at the root or something, they need root canals which i am 100% sure im not having done.
My left canine tooth has snapped in half.
And the molars at the back have big fillings in them which cause a lot of sensitivity and pain.

Im scared of the dentist, I get very panicy when I have to go there.

As my teeth need a lot of work done and give me a lot of pain Id like to ask my dentist if he can pull my top teeth out and give me a denture. As i already wear a partial I don’t think it would take much getting used to. Does this sound reasonable or will he think im crazy

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Answer by Chrissie R
It’s not an unreasonable request to make, as long as you are happy with it.

If your teeth are in quite a bad way and you think this is the solution then it should be fine. it could save you a lot of pain (and money) if you have them removed.

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Friend Needs Urgent Dental Advice. What Can I Say?

April 2, 2011 By 7 Comments

Question by emeraldisle2222: Friend Needs Urgent Dental Advice. What Can I Say?
My friend lost his top teeth earlier in the year due to an accident.
The dentist is nearly four months trying to correctly fit a denture for him, but it is just not working.
I am worried for my friend as I see him becoming more and more depressed, and socially withdrawn.
Sometimes the denture becomes loose, and sometimes it makes strange sounds while he is talking.
What is the best advice that I can give him?
I just don’t know what to say, but I do worry for him.
The dental lab just does not seem able to get it right.
The dentist took another impression two weeks ago, but it is exactly the same.
Would appreciate your comments.

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Some teeth advice please.?

April 2, 2011 By 5 Comments

Question by Clare: Some teeth advice please.?
Im 20. I’ve never really had good teeth, when I was young my mum nagged and nagged me to look after my teeth, which had the opposite effect!

About 6 months ago one of my top front teeth was badly decayed and split in half, I was supposed to have a root canal and have it crowned but when my dentist tried to root canal it he said the decay had gone too far up the root or something so I ended up having it pulled out and getting a partial denture instead.

I constantly get pain with my teeth. I think every single one of my teeth has a filling in it, more than 1 in some of them. They’re very sensitive and I can barely eat anything without pain. I get really bad toothache every few months, its just come on again today, no amount of pain killers helps. It keeps me awake all night. I think its an abscess, I get them a lot.

What im thinking of doing is going to the dentist and saying pull them all out, or at least just the top ones.

A few days ago the side broke off of one of my top canine teeth. Also the 2 smaller top ones at the side of the very front ones need to have root canals and possibly be crowned.

I know people say to keep your natural teeth as long as possible, but when they’re in such bad condition, need a lot of work, and are causing so much pain surely getting a denture would benefit me. Advice please…

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Answer by BlowBubblesNotBombs
That’s really unfortunate, especially as you’re so young. I would really advise you to keep your natural teeth for as long as possible, and immediately seek help from a dentist. Your best option might be to get porcelain veneers but they can be extremely expensive..but I suppose it’s the price you pay for not looking after your teeth :(
Your only other option would be dentures, but it will affect your confidance for the rest of your life, as well as your relationships etc. Consider saving up for veneers x

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I need advice on the Mirena coil?

April 2, 2011 By 1 Comment

Question by sunmum: I need advice on the Mirena coil?
I am 35 years old, have 2 children & got the mirena coil fitted a month ago. Call it gut instinct but Im already feeling that the mirena is working against rather than with my body. The insertion was uncomfortable & I did faint, embarrassing! I didnt have too much bleeding following the insertion so was hoping all was going to be well, but in the last week or so I have had a couple of dizzy spells out of the blue, I have ongoing uncomfortable bloating, even though I have lost my appetite & am eating much less than before, I feel heavy & lethargic. I have had a few mood dips too. My husband says he is worried as he can see Im looking a bit peaky & tired & thinks I should just get it out. I have searched on the internet & see so many negative experiences which is probably not helping my judgement & I feel annoyed at myself that I didnt do more research before, I just listened to my gynecologist & friends who were happy with theirs. Does anyone who has the mirena have any advice for me, is it too soon to give up on it, or are these clear signs that the mirena is not going to be for me, in which case I may as well get it out rather than prolong the misery??

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Answer by candlelitechaos
There are many varying opinions on the Mirena Coil. It is my professional opinion that if your “gut feeling” is that this device is not for you, you should see your OB/GYN and have it removed immediately.

“Complications associated with the use of an IUS are said to be “rare but possible, therefore women should be aware of all possible complications before choosing this method of birth control.
There is a risk of 0.003% of the puncture of the uterus during insertion of an IUS. Usually this complication is noticed by a gynecologist right away. Women should be aware that there is a possibility that an IUS could fell out of the uterus. Usually 7 out of a hundred women using this form of contraception experience the expulsion of an intrauterine device within the first year or the first month after insertion of an IUS . If a woman does not notice it she can become pregnant since she is fertile straight away after the expulsion”*.

Keep in mind that progestin levonorgestrel.is the active ingredient in the Mirena Coil. This is also the chemical used in the “Plan B” Pill (he Morning After Pill) .

Any chemical that interacts with your hormone levels can leave you drained, Dizzy and tired. progestin levonorgestrel can also cause depression and lower your libido. It would be advisable for you to see your GP/PCP & get a referral back to the OB/GYN that initially fitted the coil.

It seems to me that you are not so much looking for an answer but validation that you should have the coil removed.

I hope some of this information helped you. You can also go to the website for Mirena Coil. They have a site dedicated to Q& A regarding this product. (http://www.medic8.com/healthguide/articles/mirenaiud.html) without the brackets ;-) **

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Is this my irregular period, advice please?

March 31, 2011 By 1 Comment

Question by ♥ =^.^= ♥ нєℓєη ♥ =^.^= ♥: Is this my irregular period, advice please?
Hello I`m 18 years old and have a problem with my period. Basically this is not my regular period and am experiencing heavy bleeding now for over 2 weeks. I have visited my local GP for a number of times now and finally she has prescribed me some contraceptive pills to what she says stop the bleeding. Since I need to order these pills, I do not know the full medical name of the pill but I know it begins with D. Anyway she says that if these pills are not effective for over 5 days then I should re-consult her and she will refer me to a gynecologist. Now she says that the gynecologist would only give me pills, but the problem is I`m not confident with pills as the others she has prescribed me did not work very effectively whatsoever.

What do you think I should do, should I have surgical treatment, or keep going on the pill?

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Answer by zetty p
use the pills first if it doesnt work then maybe u must have a surgical treatment. Just observe the result of the pills first.

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Mole removal advice? (please help?!)?

March 29, 2011 By 9 Comments

Question by Your Mum says hi ;]: Mole removal advice? (please help?!)?
Sorry about the length of the question,

Ok, I’m 15 guy in southwest Uk. and I have a slightly raised mole slightly away from my nose on the left side of my face. Despite only being smallish (around 4-5mm), I personally find it affects my confidence. Like I don’t like showing both sides of my face in photos, and Im less confident talking to girls because I notice it alot. I told my concerns to my parents, and while they have finally agreed to take me to our GP to get him to have a look. They have said how worrying it is for someone my age to want surgery however small to better themselves. They’re saying its only because I’m a teenager and I shouldn’t worry because THEY never notice it. Because of this they have a very byast opinion and are against the idea unless the doctor says otherwise. They don’t quite understand that It’s bothered me along time and it’s something I would still want removing when I’m at an age when I can decide by myself. I’ve noticed from looking into it that mole removal can cost ALOT. There’s more chance of hell freezing over than my parents paying for something they feel is purely cosmetic. I have little to no concern the mole is cancerous etc it’s merely because it affects my confidence. Do I have reasonable grounds for wanting this mole removed? Is there a chance (if it would be costly) to get it removed on the NHS?

I really need advice on this. Its a pretty big deal to me.
Thanks alot :)

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Answer by Dave
Look up “Natural mole removal online”, there is methods you can use with things around the house.

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dentists advice please. denture plate alergy.?

March 29, 2011 By 2 Comments

Question by delta: dentists advice please. denture plate alergy.?
i have had terrible burning of the tongue since i had a one toothed upper denture a few weeks ago. the doctor has given me mouthwashes and gels but if i wear the denture the burning is intense! it seems i am alergic to the plastic used. is there any other material they can make the plate out of?????

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Answer by lavenderbluememories
Metal….

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