Tuesday, May 25, 2010
What does it mean when you could fall asleep as soon as you be still?
Answer:
You are definitely tired and have probably been awake for way too long.
Narcolepsy
Apparently you are tired.
What does it mean when the tailbone is very painful and swollen?
My dad is complaining of pain and swelling. Can hardly walk, but he never fell or hit his tailbone anywhere to cause this. He doesn't work in an office or anything to be sitting for long periods of time. I thought this was strange, anyone have an experience like this?
Answer:
Pilonidal cyst
He may have a cyst. He should go to a doctor.
Answer:
Pilonidal cyst
He may have a cyst. He should go to a doctor.
What does it mean when the doctor says your son's MRI shows smoother than normal surface on the brain ?
It's normally wrinkled in most people. He is autistic and Developmentally disabled. He is twenty three now, the MRI was done about three years ago, when he started having seizures.
Answer:
Lissencephaly is an abnormally smooth brain surface resulting from a neuronal migration disorder. It is caused by a chromosomal abnormality, and can be associated with seizures and developmental disability. This condition is more common is children, but forms of it can be seen in adults. Best to consult the doctor for a complete explanation of what is going on.
Here are some sites with info that may be helpful:
http://www.ghg.net/lissnet/about/lissen.
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/foliot/liss...
http://www.healthnewsflash.com/condition...
Things are harder for him to learn. But he can learn ,,,I don't have to tell you that.
I think the doctor is trying to describe to you that your son's brain does not have the usual pattern of "sulci and gyri" - the wrinkles you mention.
This can be related to the autism and developmental delay. I'm not sure it explains seizures.
Have a look at the wiki pages (don't worry too much about the gobbledygook that's there - look at some of the pictures)
Then have a look at the pictures of the brain MRI's on the google image search.
You can see the wrinkled appearance of the brain surface.
If you have your son's MRI to compare with, you might be able to see a difference. Or it might be a little subtle.
When a doctor tells you something (regardless of how simple it may sound) and can not give you a detailed explaination of what it really means in terms of health, symptoms, or recovery.. they are typically either unsure of how to read the results or are trying to be evasive. Unintentionally or not.
It could mean a million different things. And I am almost certain nobody here can give you the answer that will be right for your situation.
I would encourage you to either ask the doctor for an explaination or find a doctor that can satisy your desire to be more involved with the illness from a clinical standpoint.
There is a lot of information for Autism out there.. and you will be able to figure things out based on what you can see in your situation that we can't. Educate yourself as much as you can about this. Knowledge will certainly lessen the amount of frustration.
Good Luck :)
Here are a couple links to get you started..
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/healthinformatio...
http://www.medicinenet.com/autism/index.
http://www.mental-health-matters.com/art...
Answer:
Lissencephaly is an abnormally smooth brain surface resulting from a neuronal migration disorder. It is caused by a chromosomal abnormality, and can be associated with seizures and developmental disability. This condition is more common is children, but forms of it can be seen in adults. Best to consult the doctor for a complete explanation of what is going on.
Here are some sites with info that may be helpful:
http://www.ghg.net/lissnet/about/lissen.
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/foliot/liss...
http://www.healthnewsflash.com/condition...
Things are harder for him to learn. But he can learn ,,,I don't have to tell you that.
I think the doctor is trying to describe to you that your son's brain does not have the usual pattern of "sulci and gyri" - the wrinkles you mention.
This can be related to the autism and developmental delay. I'm not sure it explains seizures.
Have a look at the wiki pages (don't worry too much about the gobbledygook that's there - look at some of the pictures)
Then have a look at the pictures of the brain MRI's on the google image search.
You can see the wrinkled appearance of the brain surface.
If you have your son's MRI to compare with, you might be able to see a difference. Or it might be a little subtle.
When a doctor tells you something (regardless of how simple it may sound) and can not give you a detailed explaination of what it really means in terms of health, symptoms, or recovery.. they are typically either unsure of how to read the results or are trying to be evasive. Unintentionally or not.
It could mean a million different things. And I am almost certain nobody here can give you the answer that will be right for your situation.
I would encourage you to either ask the doctor for an explaination or find a doctor that can satisy your desire to be more involved with the illness from a clinical standpoint.
There is a lot of information for Autism out there.. and you will be able to figure things out based on what you can see in your situation that we can't. Educate yourself as much as you can about this. Knowledge will certainly lessen the amount of frustration.
Good Luck :)
Here are a couple links to get you started..
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/healthinformatio...
http://www.medicinenet.com/autism/index.
http://www.mental-health-matters.com/art...
What does it mean when one gets their meds "optimized"?
Answer:
It is a full medication review. To see what is or isn't necessary and in what doses
they get the dosage corrected for the best results
What does it mean when just your toes trun bright red and hot?
Answer:
That somebody just gave you a hot foot? ha ha
Okay seriously I think I would go visit the doctor.
I'm not really sure. It may be some sort of inflammation, infection or circulatory problems. How about calling your doctor and letting him or her (or the answering service) know about your toes that are hot and bright red and seeing what your physician suggests. Wishing you the best.
yes, I am like that now. It means I have spent way too long on my feet today and I need to rest.
You didn't say if you had any other health problems,but if you are a diabetic you can experiance circulartory problems with your feet and legs.The other is you could have a blood clot,but in both feet is highly unlikely. This also could be afletes foot but that is always accompanied by severe itching between your toes.I would definatly see a doctor if you continue to have these symptoms,as no one can correctly diagnose you on yahoo as were not all MDs.GOOD LUCK!
What does it mean when you have a headache behind your eye?
Answer:
it is probably a cluster headache. i get them too. i get them every year or two. the cycles last for 3-6 weeks...and the pain is unbearable. do a search on cluster headaches. there are a lot of pages devoted to them.
oh my gosh, i get those all the time...when i'm reading for a long time or watching tv, or staring at the computer screen. i'm pretty sure it's just a headache.but im curious to see these answers
Maybe you just need new glasses Worked for me!
It means you have a headache behind your eye.
If you really mean PAIN behind the eye, some of the conditions that can cause pain in and around the eye and that aren't associated with trauma are problems with the eye itself, contact lens complications, migraine, conjunctivitis or any inflammation of the eyelids, eyestrain, narrow angle glaucoma and sinus problems.
If the pain you experience is frequent and/or debilitating, see your doctor or optometrist. If you require a referral to an ophthalmologist, you'll get one.
When that happens to me, it is because I have a "sensitivity" to temperature changes (not enough thyroxin for my body to adjust). If I become "hypersensitive" because I have experienced too much heat/cold, and then eat, due to calories in food I get pain as you described. If the weather changes and gets warmer/colder and I don't eat, the pain doesn't happen. Food seems to be the trigger, especially high calorie food, but it can also happen from overheating/overcooling to an extreme due to some other means like clothing over warm or not enough clothing on to stay warm. The immune system is the attacker that causes the pain. Hope this answer, if it applies, does help.
What does it mean to be a patient advocate?
Answer:
Someone who looks out for the general concerns of patients and represents them to significant others when necessary and takes on the task of acting as a go between.
someone who speaks between the patient and corporate powers that be - representing patient issues in that forum
like in a rehab or mental institution? it means you watch over the patients, take note of requests, questions, concerns and so on and look out for there safety and following of DR orders as well as any rules of other sorts. you then often report back to a treatment team or dr with your notes and observations.
To advocate for a person is to speak and directly secure help for a person. This SHOULD only be done when the person has exhusted their sitaution - tried all the places, talked to people, and done their best. Otherwise it leads to being dependent.
To be the voice for the patient to ask questions and communicate concerns with drs, etc in the best interest of the patient. When women come in sick and the dr gives them a Rx antibiotic, I ask the dr in front of the pt if they (the dr) wants the pt to call if they develop yeast infection symptoms or come in to be seen. This question is something that the pt may not normally think of, but is important for them to know so that they know they dont have to suffer or come in for an appt. just for a yeast infection. Sometimes drs forget to offer women pts this; the drs want them to know this, but sometimes forget. By asking on behalf of pt, is to advocate for the pt.
It basically means that you speak on the patients behalf and really look after them. Sometimes a patient is medicated and not coherent enough to make sound choices.
A patient advocate can help with these types of situations.
Example, we as parents must remain in the picture and be aware of all that is going on in regards to our childrens hospital car. I personally have a series of well meaning, supposedely educated staff treating my children for various things, I have seen them make some serious mistakes too, had I not been there to alert them to their errors, it scares me to think of the consequences. Don't be shy about being an advocate, especially where our children, parents and partner are at stack.
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