Can I work as a writer or medical liaison at a corporation, and pursue freelance journalism, simultaneously? Or would this be a conflict of interest?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 8, 2008 -
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I am planning a website to review medical practitioners for consumers ie: doctors, hospitals, nursing homes, etc. Being a complete novice in all things web. I decided to learn wordpress and have so far learned the basics.
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posted by aisleofview
on Feb 6, 2008 -
17 answers
I have bad luck with doctors and/or diseases. How do I regain trust in the medical profession? To what extent should I do so?
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posted by unknowncommand
on Feb 5, 2008 -
21 answers
When I'm battling an infection/virus for a few days, my body temperature climbs as the sun goes down. My village elders tell me this is normal. Why do fevers get worse after sundown, but subside in the morning?
posted by Mozai
on Jan 23, 2008 -
8 answers
I'm a male in my mid-twenties, active, and have been for the most part healthy. A few months ago I started getting some strange symptoms, and pain in one of my testicles. I was uninsured so I went to the doctor
anonymously and paid cash. His thoughts were it was probably just a standard infection, and gave me some antibiotics and told me to come back if the pain persisted. Around that time I also went to an anonymous city clinic to see if it could be an STD and everything up until then checked out OK. There was a test *Syphilis that I hadn't called back on for results, I did so today and they said the test was negative as well, but there was "something else was going on".. Apparently, the second part of the Syphilis test showed them this. I also asked again about the STD related stuff and they said all that was fine.
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posted by debu
on Jan 22, 2008 -
26 answers
I've been looking for a way to help my girlfriend cover, or at least reduce the visibility of, a scar on her stomach. She is quite self-conscious about it, especially when we make love.
I've searched up and read
many discussions of similar topics here on AskMeFi, but most of the suggestions seem to assume that the scar is recent. My girlfriend's scar dates from 2002. We know that surgery will eventually be necessary, but for various reasons it isn't practical at this time. What techniques have MeFites found successful when trying to cover or eradicate older scars?
posted by zainsubani
on Jan 8, 2008 -
20 answers
Does medical malpractice insurance typically cover all damages of injured patients? I'd like a citable source on this if at all possible, but searches so far haven't turned up anything worthwhile.
posted by chriswarren
on Jan 5, 2008 -
11 answers
My regular doctor quit the medical group and I was assigned to a new doctor. Its the second time in three years. The new doctor wouldn't renew any of my prescriptions without seeing me first. During the office visit, we met, chit-chat a bit, and I get the refills. Now I get a bill for $198. (adjusted to $142 by my major medical coverage) The medical group is the having trouble retaining staff. Shouldn't this visit be on their dime?
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posted by jorlando
on Dec 17, 2007 -
20 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?
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posted by notcomputersavvy06
on Dec 13, 2007 -
4 answers
Could anyone provide examples of medical devices that assist the elderly / assisted-living patients? (for instance, LifeAlert, the device that can be used to notify authorities if an elderly person is in danger). I'm doing an analysis on such devices, but I need to formulate a list of the different types of technologies available first.
Keep in mind, this list includes both monitoring devices and assistive devices.
posted by superwillis
on Dec 5, 2007 -
16 answers
FrostbiteFilter: Last night my hands were exposed in 20 F (-7 C) weather for about 10 minutes. I was finally able to warm them up and restore circulation. But the tip of the little finger and the tip of the thumb still (18 hours later) have that pins and needles feeling. They are not discolored, swollen or numb, and there is no loss of motion. Do I need to seek medical attention or will this feeling eventually go away by itself?
posted by ubiquity
on Dec 3, 2007 -
26 answers
So, sometimes, right before I fall asleep, when I'm laying down in my bed, I'll feel like there's an earthquake. Not a big one. But SOMETHING. What's going on?
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posted by rileyray3000
on Nov 26, 2007 -
23 answers
So I've got some sort of rheumatoid condition. My mentor has suggested I go to a macrobiotic nutritionist to get them to come up with the right meal plan for me. Maybe even make it. Is there someone who does this in Los Angeles?
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posted by rileyray3000
on Nov 15, 2007 -
14 answers
In medical shows like House or E.R., the doctor will often shine a flashlight in to the eye of a comatose patient, but the pupil doesn't constrict. How do they do this special effect?
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posted by 0xFCAF
on Oct 21, 2007 -
7 answers
Help me find out about obtaining a Medical Assistant certification/License in the state of Texas.
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posted by drstein
on Oct 20, 2007 -
4 answers
I'm on day three of medicating with Bupropion (Wellbutrin generic), 150mg once daily, sustained release. This is my first time on any sort of anti-depressant, and I've started itching. I'd rather not call a doctor (I realize that's silly, but humor me), and webpages I've looked at seem split about whether itching is a rare, Stop Medicating Immediately side-effect or a common nuisance. Please advise?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 5, 2007 -
14 answers
My wife has a strong phobia of all things medical (with a few strange exceptions), and I'm wondering two things: 1) if anyone here has had a similar fear, and successfully overcame it, and 2) how should we go about helping her cope with her phobia?
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posted by bjork24
on Oct 2, 2007 -
10 answers
Medical/pharm filter: Could use of NSAIDs end up looking like Crohn's or IBD? (Warning: contains potentially gross descriptions of Crohn's.)
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 23, 2007 -
6 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.
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posted by zharptitsa
on Sep 23, 2007 -
15 answers
My brother and his wife were in a near fatal car accident in California while on vacation. I need to get them about 200 miles back to Las Vegas. I have MULTIPLE questions, and I hope you guys (and gals) can help...
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posted by lattiboy
on Sep 7, 2007 -
43 answers
GrandMaFilter: Grandma is coming to town. She can walk, but only about 100 feet. What's the most cost effective way to rent/acquire a wheelchair for 5 days in Seattle?
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posted by jeffamaphone
on Aug 27, 2007 -
5 answers
Medical Journal Advertising: need recommendations on firms or independant designers to create our advertisment.
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posted by Bob Dobbs
on Aug 25, 2007 -
4 answers
What do you guys know about "immature myelination" in infants? I'm trying to learn more about this condition and what it means for the future of the child. Specifically what sorts of special care will likely be necessary.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 23, 2007 -
4 answers
Medical School Filter: Infectious Disease Department on the West Coast. Please recommend a good university for an overseas visiting professional.
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posted by geekyguy
on Aug 21, 2007 -
9 answers
My ears keep popping... like when you are in an airplane... except I'm not going anywhere.
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posted by cschneid
on Aug 19, 2007 -
12 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.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 24, 2007 -
3 answers
I just took two tylenol, two advil, and two little white blood-pressure reducing pills with a little z on them. Is this ok?
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posted by Baby_Balrog
on Jul 24, 2007 -
14 answers
Why does Wellbutrin cause weight loss? Even my doctor doesn't seem to know for sure. Are there unproven medical hypotheses or studies amongst doctors or pharmacists or anyone else that lean towards an as-yet-unofficial answer? (Feel free to get technical. If I don't understand, I'll Google.)
posted by WCityMike
on Jul 20, 2007 -
10 answers
MedFilter: Looking for guidance on general chronic lethargic feeling (both physically and emotionally). (wordy)
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 19, 2007 -
40 answers
Circulation woes: Why do my feet turn red when I get warm or exert? And why do they freeze so easily? And what's with the red nose?!
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posted by Phalene
on Jul 17, 2007 -
5 answers
About a month ago, my pregnant wife and I were in a minor fender bender on Rt. 202 in NJ. The woman before us stopped short, and we hit her going about 20 mph. This wasn't our fault. Their wa sa police car who made an erratic turn at the merge of the road that cause a few cars in front of us to swerve and or strop short at the time. The mini-van had a minor scratch and bump. Our jeep had no damage..... I don't know the full details of the law, but NJ law seems to say that the person who hits from behind is automatically at fault. Period.
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posted by TwilightKid
on Jul 3, 2007 -
37 answers
How could a person learn about and find resources for starting - yes, starting - a medical insurance company or friendly society involved in medical insurance?
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posted by parmanparman
on Jun 21, 2007 -
8 answers
My young wife (32 years old) for years has complained about her eyes drying out while sleeping. Any good ideas for relief?
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posted by tdabbott
on Jun 15, 2007 -
16 answers
