My throat has been having a lot phlegm. I'm a singer and I don't know if it has to do with any dairy products I'm consuming. I haven't had a cold for several months so I'm not sure how to get rid of this problem? Any suggestions?
posted by InterestedInKnowing on Oct 7, 2009 - 18 answers

Can you hook a gal up? I'm looking for recommendations for a good latex-free, powder-free disposable exam glove for safe and very tactile sex. [more inside]
posted by nakedcodemonkey on Aug 13, 2009 - 13 answers

I've lacked confidence in every aspect of my life, and it's holding me back. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 16, 2009 - 18 answers

How can I arrange for bulletproof independent health insurance? [more inside]
posted by rr on Jun 22, 2009 - 7 answers

Mild chemical burns on my hands -- do I need to see a doctor? [more inside]
posted by dizziest on Jun 2, 2009 - 12 answers

I have never had seizures before. I am a 24yr old male. Recently I had multiple partial seizures which lasted approx. one hour each time. They took place over the course of one week. Since my last episode I have been mild/moderately dizzy, and see lights/spots/visual disturbances everywhere I look. The severity of this has varied, but it is always there. I have felt this way now for over a week. It is really difficult to function normally. My doctor was somewhat helpful, but gave no advice on how to deal with or preferably stop my current symptoms. I would appreciate any suggestions/answers from anyone who is familiar with this problem. Thank you for your time. [more inside]
posted by gibbsjd77 on Mar 2, 2009 - 11 answers

I will be returning briefly to the US after 6 months abroad and I would like to partake in some of that wonderful US healthcare before I head back abroad. I have a couple of questions. [more inside]
posted by andoatnp on Feb 18, 2009 - 13 answers

i finally have good health insurance and i'm going to the doctor! what sort of tests should i have done to make sure everything is ok? [more inside]
posted by binocularfight on Dec 12, 2008 - 11 answers

Any recommendations for (preferably) online Public Health Journals, Communities, or Blogs? [more inside]
posted by rosswald on Dec 11, 2008 - 6 answers

I don't understand why health care suddenly costs so damn much. I can understand a few factors - nurses' pay has gone up, new treatments are more expensive (and doctors prescribe more expensive treatments - sometimes unnecissarily) but these factors don't seem to explain how insanely costly health care has become. And where is all that money going? Again, I understand that CEO pay has skyrocketed in the last 20 years, but is that enough to explain the enormous cost of health care these days? [more inside]
posted by serazin on Nov 28, 2008 - 43 answers

How much should I put in my medical Flexible Spending Account for next year? [more inside]
posted by grouse on Nov 24, 2008 - 6 answers

Help. Please. (Live-in?) Home Health Care in NY. Really long explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by exlotuseater on Oct 29, 2008 - 6 answers

Why do medical insurers treat obesity different than other vices? Not a GYOB (I've got one); I literally don't understand the facts of the situation. [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Oct 20, 2008 - 20 answers

What are innovative ideas for healthcare to save money, increase efficiency and improve outcomes? [more inside]
posted by mintchip on Oct 18, 2008 - 14 answers

I am trying to find an excellent neurologist for my Mom in Omaha, NE. I have been doing research with little success. Are sites like HealthGrades worth the money? Are there any other ways that I can research a doctor's background and perhaps read reviews on them? [more inside]
posted by Ostara on Sep 11, 2008 - 6 answers

Earlier this week I witnessed a pedestrian/car accident while traveling in Calcutta, India. A boy was pinned between two vehicles and his leg is badly injured. [warning] Here is a photo of his leg a few days later. His care is deficient as best and I am looking for advice and suggestions. Inside is an excerpt from my blog where you can find the full story, including known medications administered. [more inside]
posted by maya on Aug 8, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm looking for tips on organizing personal medical records and information, assuming a chronic or complicated health problem. Things like X-rays and MRI discs, blood test results, prescriptions, notes taken during appointments with the doctor, notes made on non-appointment days about symptoms, medical history, insurance policies and bills, therapies tried and discontinued... what are great ways to keep it all organized, for ease of use (and consistent record-keeping) both for the patient and his care partners?
posted by xo on Aug 5, 2008 - 3 answers

Are expensive, precautionary tests for health preventive maintenance an abuse of the medical system? [more inside]
posted by netbros on Aug 4, 2008 - 17 answers

Several months after her last visit to physical therapy, my fiancee was informed that her health insurance company won't pay for the last two months of it because they didn't think it was "medically necessary". Even if she upheld all her obligations, including co-pays every visit, is she liable for these charges? (more details inside) [more inside]
posted by Sloben on Jun 15, 2008 - 10 answers

What is the relationship between the age of a consumed raw egg and the risk of food poisoning, and what factors influence it - in general, but also specifically to salmonella? [more inside]
posted by lord_yo on May 15, 2008 - 5 answers

How do I sell a piece of medical equipment to the chiropractic/wellness market? [more inside]
posted by Slacktastic on May 13, 2008 - 5 answers

Medical Filter. Recently (in the past month or so), one of my legs seems to have either grown longer than the other one, or one has shrunk. [more inside]
posted by billysumday on Apr 17, 2008 - 11 answers

My pinky toe has been tingling for two days; what does it all mean? [more inside]
posted by EKStickland on Mar 28, 2008 - 11 answers

Who is the best cord blood bank? [more inside]
posted by sublivious on Mar 4, 2008 - 4 answers

Is it possible to add an extension to a chair back to make it four or five inches taller? [more inside]
posted by Clay201 on Feb 25, 2008 - 2 answers

My doc thinks I have a herniated disc at c5-6, and wants to operate does anyone have experience with this injury and if so, could you tell me a bit about it. [more inside]
posted by bernsno on Feb 19, 2008 - 19 answers

Can incorrect and speculative family history be corrected on my medical records? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 17, 2008 - 4 answers

What is a good way to manage numerous medical bills and insurance EOBs? [more inside]
posted by daniboi1977 on Feb 12, 2008 - 5 answers

Risks of forgoing health insurance when one has limited assets? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 18, 2008 - 11 answers

My husband needs some time away from the rat race and from us rats (his family). Any suggestions for a health or medical spa/resort where he could spend a week long vacation? [more inside]
posted by notcomputersavvy06 on Dec 13, 2007 - 4 answers

I have reason to believe that my stepmother may be manipulating my father's health problems. Looking for advice on how to handle this delicate situation. [more inside]
posted by zharptitsa on Sep 23, 2007 - 15 answers

I know that House is a TV construct but I'm wondering, are there doctors that perform this role in real life? [more inside]
posted by tellurian on Aug 4, 2007 - 20 answers

So I just found out I might have Reiter's syndrome. Please tell me how big a deal this is, what your personal experiences might be and what I should do next. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 24, 2007 - 3 answers

In short: how does my father, trapped in a hospital bed, get a private doctor and a second opinion? [more inside]
posted by electriccynic on May 30, 2007 - 2 answers

HELP MY EYE!!!! I hope that got your attention, because I have a long explanation about my LEFT EYE.....It has a serious problem where it is constantly closing and it is basically half the size of my right eye. I have no idea what it is and need any information that there is out there. Sorry it's so long :( [more inside]
posted by eve28 on Apr 29, 2007 - 17 answers

High frequency of sex, can this cause any issues? [more inside]
posted by Brian Puccio on Apr 19, 2007 - 32 answers

I edit video at home. It can be a fairly noisy environment as I live in a busy part of L.A. so I often use headphones while I work. Nothing odd about that; however... [more inside]
posted by rocco on Jan 6, 2007 - 16 answers

So the doc said I have HSV 1. I have never had, to my knowledge, a cold sore in my life. What does this mean for my dating life now? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 22, 2006 - 15 answers

Would overlapping my prescriptions of 600mg of Ibuprofen and 500mg of Nabumetone put me at higher risk of developing stomach ulcers, or is the risk minimal that the two will interact and cause such a problem? [more inside]
posted by myodometer on Nov 11, 2006 - 6 answers

Legitimate online medical clinics that use US doctors to prescribe medication via telephone consultation? Which have you used and can recommend? [more inside]
posted by concourse on Nov 4, 2006 - 8 answers

WWII Medical Mystery Filter: Why did this young woman have an aneurysm? [more inside]
posted by acoutu on Oct 10, 2006 - 22 answers

Our doctor is dropping all insurance and Medicare participation but isn’t telling his patients until they show up at his office, or if they just happen to read his web site. Should we do anything about it? [more inside]
posted by Robert Angelo on Sep 16, 2006 - 16 answers

After a long battle with mysterious chronic health symptoms, I'd like a "medical detective" to help me get to the bottom of what might be ailing me. But, what kind of doctor do I need? (If you are squeamish, move along...nothing to see here.) [more inside]
posted by jeanmari on Aug 27, 2006 - 20 answers

What relevance could my son's fingers and thumbs - and his mum's fingers and thumbs - have to diagnosing a stomach disorder? [more inside]
posted by reynir on Aug 15, 2006 - 11 answers

Do these symptoms add up to anything? Repeated sores/cracks at the corners of my mouth, night sweats, fatigue...and I am posting anonymously because there is more inside... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 20, 2006 - 38 answers

Medfilter: Possible tuberculosis exposure. I want to know the answers to some questions that the doctor was unable to provide. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 7, 2006 - 19 answers

Please help me determine the name and location of the best Western-style hospital in Hong Kong. I'm also looking for any other tips you can offer to someone seeking medical care there. [more inside]
posted by killdevil on Nov 13, 2005 - 4 answers

My SO is getting a salivary gland removed...Feeding and care? [more inside]
posted by verytres on Oct 21, 2005 - 6 answers

How much of a person's body could be surgically amputated while making sure the person remains alive?
posted by adampsyche on Oct 9, 2005 - 24 answers

Tax day is now long-gone. But I hoped that any and all tax-savvy Metafilts might know what I'm trying to know. Is residential rent- or some portion thereof- deductible if moving to a first-floor unit is required for medical reasons? Read on for specs... [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog on Jun 8, 2005 - 5 answers