Woke up Tuesday morning with a killer sore throat, swollen lymph nodes making it painful to swallow and a low-grade fever. A doc visit this afternoon confirmed I've got some sorta creeping crud and I was given a prescription of antibiotics, (Amoxicillin tablets 875mg). Can someone describe in detail what exactly happens when I take the stuff, maybe in a timeline format? How does it wipe out the baddies exactly (i.e. what mechanisms does it use to kill off the bugs?)
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posted by captnkurt
on May 13, 2009 -
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I'm looking for a clever way to bring 2 tablespoons of liquid medicine around with me in my pocket on weekends, without lugging around an entire bottle.
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posted by anonymous
on May 6, 2009 -
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There was a series of articles by doctors (or possibly, a doctor) in a mainstream US magazine, each about a patient who had a weird ailment, usually incorrectly diagnosed at first. What was it?
posted by musofire
on May 3, 2009 -
11 answers
Where can I find references and referrals for a good Orthopedic / Sports Medicine Surgeon
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posted by mi6op
on May 2, 2009 -
6 answers
Does anyone know of a handy reference of emergency medicine questions and statements in different languages?
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posted by greatgefilte
on Apr 14, 2009 -
4 answers
I'm very interested in studying the human body and mind, particularly illness and disease. However, being a doctor isn't for me. What else is out there?
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posted by biochemist
on Apr 13, 2009 -
22 answers
I teach chess to kids once a week. Yesterday one little girl, 10 years old, told me that she wouldn't be able to come to class anymore because she would be "going to the stroke clinic" 3 times a week, which conflicted with my chess class. Why would a healthy-looking 10 year old girl be going to a stroke clinic?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 9, 2009 -
16 answers
Tell me all about your favorite intelligent professional or casual medical blogs/articles somewhat in the vein of Atul Gawande.
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posted by nursegracer
on Mar 24, 2009 -
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Navel-gazing via literature: Tell me (arts-inclined new physician in an introspective mood) about novels or other literary works that deal with changes in personal identity, the processes which shape who we become, and the conflicts which arise along the way.
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posted by TheLittlestRobot
on Mar 23, 2009 -
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Could I possibly have Serotonin Syndrome even though I've been off anti-depressants for two or three years? And whether I have it or not, what's the best way to get a doctor to hold my hand while I try the recomended treatment for it; an antihistamine called Cyproheptadine (brand name Periactin) that blocks Serotonin receptors?
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posted by Clay201
on Mar 10, 2009 -
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At 8 am this morning my five year old son was fine. At noon he had a temperature of 40.4 C (104.7 F). By 4:30 his temp was normal again. This is the fourth time in the last two weeks he's had a high fever (over 39) that lasts for only a few hours . What's up?
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posted by winston
on Mar 9, 2009 -
9 answers
How can my wife, a Japanese doctor, practice in the US without re-doing her residency?
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posted by zachawry
on Mar 7, 2009 -
7 answers
What are some in the field jobs that involve studying the environment seeking medical advances? A friend asked me the following question, and I looked around and was stumped by it. A couple basic things came to my attention, like tracking the spread of different illnesses in developing countries and passing out vaccines, but I hope I'm missing something.
"What branch of biology encompasses the outdoor study of plants, animals, environments, and whatever else in order to find medical advancements?
You see in movies people hunting in the amazon for weird plants in order to cure diseases. Is this a real profession?
Could I really go to Africa to study a plague because the genetic information found within it could lead to a cure for cancer?"
posted by Tres
on Feb 24, 2009 -
11 answers
If you recently made the switch from a
CFC-propelled asthma inhaler to a non-CFC-propelled inhaler, how has it been? I've seen news reports that the spray is softer so you may not feel like you've gotten the full dose, and the inhalers have to be cleaned more often, and was curious to hear from people who've actually made the transition as I wait for my seasonal allergic asthma to kick in any day now. Any hints for making the adjustment smoother?
posted by mediareport
on Feb 24, 2009 -
11 answers
New career path (Med school) in sights, past the deadline to apply/register for (Fall '09) undergrad programs that offer classes necessary for MCATs, any way to get into universities this late in the game?
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posted by Christ, what an asshole
on Feb 19, 2009 -
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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.
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posted by andoatnp
on Feb 18, 2009 -
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I might be going to Vancouver, BC tomorrow. I would like to purchase some Tylenol with codeine pills (222s) while there, but I am not sure how it all works. Help!
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posted by karizma
on Feb 15, 2009 -
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My friend has mononucleosis. He shared a drink with a friend of mine who had mono several years ago. I later shared a fork with this latter friend.
Is there a chance that I was exposed? Could my friend have been carrying the disease even if she can't contract again?
I'm freaking out a little. In a couple weeks I'm going to start an intensive program that's 12 hours in the classroom a day for about a month, and the absolute last thing I need is to come down with mono. Ahh!
posted by howgenerica
on Feb 2, 2009 -
5 answers
Australian (and U.S.) Mental Health/Legal Filter. Can you just go and talk your GP into having someone put through a psychiatric evaluation?
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posted by metalheart
on Feb 1, 2009 -
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I'm pretty sure I have thyroid issues. I see the doctor in three weeks. What can I do until then and how do I know whether I need to see someone sooner?
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posted by tkolstee
on Jan 21, 2009 -
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What are some good resources for a new defense lawyer looking to learn a little about medicine?
My firm often defends companies in personal injury lawsuits, and I have been reviewing a lot of medical records lately. I have no background in medicine, and I want to gain a better understanding of the injuries I'm reading about - (mostly musculoskeletal injuries, often involving the back, knees, shoulders, etc.) and the surgeries done to correct them.
I'm looking for web resources, books, anything!
posted by eliina
on Jan 14, 2009 -
6 answers
what's the working ingredient in migraleve and what else can I take to get rid of my massive migraine?
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posted by krautland
on Dec 29, 2008 -
9 answers
What is a good, reliable online Canadian pharmacy for Americans to purchase from? (Particularly interested in finding one with AcipHex.)
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posted by metalheart
on Dec 26, 2008 -
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Any recommendations for (preferably) online Public Health Journals, Communities, or Blogs?
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posted by rosswald
on Dec 11, 2008 -
6 answers
My sister is completing a course to become a paramedic and i really wanted to get her something special. She is asking for an EMS pocket field book. But I want to give her something more rigorous. I would like to get her an electronic one, like doctors use I would wholly appreciate suggestions as to which palm pilot or pocket pc or... and software I should buy.
posted by phllip.phillip
on Dec 10, 2008 -
8 answers
I have damaged knee cartilage. I live in Vancouver, Canada and I want to participate in experimental stem-cell therapy. How can I?
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posted by randomstriker
on Nov 17, 2008 -
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TMI Medical Filter: Previously, I had sometimes crippling stomach pain. That went away. Now I'm, uh, bleeding. Rectally. Um. Yeah. But my HMO doesn't seem to care all that much. MetaFilter is not my doctor, but I can't go to my doctor to ask... should I skip my HMO and go to the hospital?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 11, 2008 -
26 answers
I'm getting sick and taking the GRE on Monday. Anything I should be doing between now and then and best medicines for the day of?
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posted by andoatnp
on Nov 8, 2008 -
14 answers
For minor pet health questions: suggest websites that are comprehensive & user-friendly? I'd like to avoid unnecessary vet visits.
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posted by pseudostrabismus
on Oct 30, 2008 -
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How long after taking .25 Mg or .5 Mg of Xanax should I wait before drinking any alcohol? I've taken Xanax frequently over the years to treat anxiety, fear of flying, etc. and never had any problems.
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posted by Raichle
on Oct 21, 2008 -
13 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.
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posted by WCityMike
on Oct 20, 2008 -
20 answers
Are there any good products that help an elderly woman remember when to take her pills and which pills to take?
posted by bucksox
on Oct 18, 2008 -
11 answers
Why do I constantly need to pee? For the past three weeks, I've needed to pee even though there's often very little quantity when I do pee.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 12, 2008 -
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YANMD: Self-diagnosed high-groin sprain. Chronic for more than six weeks, further aggravated when I tripped in the airport today. It seems that the negative stress of catching myself completely tweaked it.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 3, 2008 -
5 answers
My insurance company (Blue Cross/Shield MA) is dropping all prescription drug benefits for allergy drugs in favor of over-the-counter medicine like Claritin. I have serious allergies and take Alegra 180. What can I do?
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posted by morallybass
on Sep 28, 2008 -
20 answers
I'd like to get more excited about healthcare/medicine. What should I read?
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posted by sully75
on Sep 22, 2008 -
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