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Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 5:25pm On Jun 07, 2018


TOPIC: FIBROD


Question and answer week, likely question running through your mind.


Question: Can uterine fibroids cause a discharge?

Answer: Starting within the uterine wall, a woman can have many fibroids at the same time. ... Women often have an increase in the growth of the endometrium, and this results in longer, heavier, clottier and sometimes more painful periods. They can also cause very heavy uterine bleeding and discharge.


Question: Can you leave fibroids untreated?

Answer: If left untreated, fibroids can continue to grow, both in size and number. As these tumors take over the uterus the symptoms will become worse. The pain will increase. The heavy bleeding will become heavier and it may be accompanied by severe cramping.


Question: What happens when a fibroid dies?

Answer: While fibroids are non-cancerous, they cause uncomfortable and often painful symptoms and can lead to infertility. If the fibroids aggressively grow, they can degenerate, causing significant pain to the patient. ... When this happens, the cells of the fibroid begin to die in a process called degeneration.


Question: Can fibroids cause you to gain weight?

Answer: Consultation with a doctor and radiological imaging are really the only ways to know for sure.But if you’ve been experiencing unexpected weight gain and haven’t changed your eating habits, if your stomach is expanding and you know you’re not pregnant, if you have abdominal bloating for no apparent reason…fibroids may be the cause.


Question: What not to eat when you have fibroids?

Answer: Foods to eliminate or limit in order to reduce your risk include:
High-Fat, Processed Meats. High-fat, processed meats are some of the worst food choices for women when it comes to fibroids. ...
Conventional Dairy. ...
Refined Sugar. ...
Refined Carbohydrates. ...
Alcohol. ...
Caffeine.
etc. If you are new on the fibroid shrinking juice world kindly go through the page to know more on this and also copy out your time table.


Question: What is large fibroid?

Answer: A very large uterine fibroid can cause the uterus to expand to the size of a 6 or 7 month pregnancy. Fibroids can form as one single dominant fibroid or as a cluster of many small fibroids. A woman's uterus is approximately 3 inches (7.6 cm) long, and pear-shaped.


Question: Can a fibroid go away on its own?

Answer: Do uterine fibroids ever go away without treatment? In most cases, fibroids stop growing or they shrink without treatment. Once a woman goes through menopause, but this is not true for all women. Interestingly, each of a woman's fibroids may grow or shrink at different times.


Question: What are the dangers of having a fibroid?

Answer: Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus. They are very common and often do not cause symptoms. However, fibroids sometimes do cause problems such as heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure or pain, and frequent urination. Know some lead to damage of ovary, some affect the kidney, some fibroid are cancerous so know the state of your fibroid early. treatment through herbal of surgery is the best.


Question: Can Doctor Feel fibroids?

Answer: The doctor can feel the fibroid with her or his fingers during an ordinary pelvic exam, as a (usually painless) lump or mass on the uterus. For example, you may be told that your fibroids have made your uterus the size it would be if you were 16 weeks pregnant.


Question: What is a D&C procedure for fibroids?

Answer: What Is Dilation and Curettage (D&C)? The curettage procedure (D&C) involves dilating the uterine cervix so that the lining tissue (endometrium) of the uterus can be removed by scraping or suction. The D&C is a safe procedure that is done for a variety of reasons. But it has is own side effect but its safe.


Question: Can a fibroid be seen on an ultrasound?

Answer: Fibroids will show up on ultrasound, so if the test is negative you probably dont have any. Your symptoms are classic for adenomyosis…this is uterine endometriosis (this topic have been treated on this page so if you are new go through the page for more details) This disease will NOT show up on most diagnostic testing, especially an ultrasound. ... Ask you doctor about adenomyosis.( Or read about it on the page if u are new kindly scroll down on the topic Adenomyosis).


Question: Can you shrink uterine fibroids?

Answer: Uterine Fibroids. Most uterine fibroids are harmless, do not cause symptoms, and shrink with menopause. ... Fibroids can be surgically removed, the blood supply to fibroids can be cut off, the entire uterus can be removed, or medicine can temporarily shrink fibroids or manage symptoms.
Or Shrink your fibroid with MIX HERBAL DRUG or FIBROID SHRINKING JUICE.


Question: How long does it take to recover from fibroid surgery?

Answer: Your Recovery. You can expect to feel better and stronger each day, although you may tire quickly and need pain medicine for a week or two. You may need about 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover. Do not lift anything heavy while you are recovering so that your incision and your belly muscles can heal.


Question: Can fibroids cause a discharge?

Answer: Heavy menstrual bleeding, Vaginal discharge and Vaginal odor. ... Cervicitis, an inflammation of the cervix, causes pelvic pain, bloody or yellow vaginal discharge and more. Uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids can cause a feeling of fullness in the abdomen, cramping, heavier, longer periods, and more.
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 5:33pm On Jun 07, 2018
Amaka Chukwu EModi
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, PhD, MSN, RN, IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT on February 6, 2018 — Written by Brindles Lee Macon & Winnie Yu

Types
Causes
Risk factors
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Outlook

What are fibroids?
Fibroids are abnormal growths that develop in or on a woman’s uterus. Sometimes these tumors become quite large and cause severe abdominal pain and heavy periods. In other cases, they cause no signs or symptoms at all. The growths are typically benign, or noncancerous. The cause of fibroids is unknown.

Fibroids are also known by the following names: leiomyomasmyomasuterine myomasfibromas

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about up to 80 percent of women have them by the age of However, most women don’t have any symptoms and may never know they have fibroids.


What are the different types of fibroids?
The type of fibroid a woman develops depends on its location in or on the uterus.

Intramural fibroids

Intramural fibroids are the most common type of fibroid. These types appear within the muscular wall of the uterus. Intramural fibroids may grow larger and can stretch your womb.

Subserosal fibroids

Subserosal fibroids form on the outside of your uterus, which is called the serosa. They may grow large enough to make your womb appear bigger on one side.

Pedunculated fibroids

Subserosal tumors can develop a stem, a slender base that supports the tumor. When they do, they’re known as pedunculated fibroids.

Submucosal fibroids

These types of tumors develop in the middle muscle layer, or myometrium, of your uterus. Submucosal tumors aren’t as common as the other types.


What causes fibroids?
It’s unclear why fibroids develop, but several factors may influence their formation.

Hormones
Estrogen and progesterone are the hormones produced by the ovaries. They cause the uterine lining to regenerate during each menstrual cycle and may stimulate the growth of fibroids.

Family history
Fibroids may run in the family. If your mother, sister, or grandmother has a history of this condition, you may develop it as well.

Pregnancy
Pregnancy increases the production of estrogen and progesterone in your body. Fibroids may develop and grow rapidly while you’re pregnant.


Who is at risk for fibroids?
Women are at greater risk for developing fibroids if they have one or more of the following risk factors: pregnancy, a family history of fibroidsage of 30 or older African high body weight

What are the symptoms of fibroids?
Your symptoms will depend on the number of tumors you have as well as their location and size. For instance, submucosal fibroids may cause heavy menstrual bleeding and trouble conceiving.

If your tumor is very small or you’re going through menopause, you may not have any symptoms. Fibroids may shrink during and after menopause. This is because women undergoing menopause are experiencing a drop in their levels of estrogen and progesterone, hormones that stimulate fibroid growth.

Symptoms of fibroids may include:

heavy bleeding between or during your periods that includes blood clots pain in the pelvis or lower back increased menstrual cramping increased urination pain during intercourse menstruation that lasts longer than usual pressure or fullness in your lower abdomen swelling or enlargement of the abdomen

How are fibroids diagnosed?
For a proper diagnosis, you’ll need to see a gynecologist to get a pelvic exam. This exam is used to check the condition, size, and shape of your uterus. You may also need other tests, which include:

Ultrasound
An ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of your uterus on a screen. This will allow your doctor to see its internal structures and any fibroids present.
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 5:46pm On Jun 07, 2018
Q: I have Premature Ejaculation (PE), What natural remedy can I use?

A: This is one of the most common sexual problems faced by mature men. It occurs when a man ejaculated sooner than when a partner expected. Some women refer to these sorts of men as roosters. Isn't that embarrassing?

The one most effective herbs for its treatment is garlic juice.

Natural treatment.
- put a teaspoon of garlic powder into a glass cup of water and use it to make tea.
- drink it jealously everyday until the condition improves (maybe in a week interval depending on your concern of its dosage)
- learn to chew two-four raw garlic cloves; it improves blood circulation in the body, including in the joystick.

OR
1) Garlic for sperm motility
Garlic contains two great elements; allicin, which improves blood flow to the joystick and protects sperm from damage and selenium which improves sperm motility. Eat a clove a day and cook your meals with it.
2) Bananas for libido adding banana to your daily meal. Banana contains an enzyme called bromelain and has been found to increase male sex drive and libido. The plus is they are also an excellent source of vitamin B which gives you energy for sex.
3)Tiger nuts
4) Dates
5) Coconut

Soak tiger nut over night in water.

Blend the above mentioned together put water to be moderate

Ensure you sieve it.

Tested and trusted.
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 5:50pm On Jun 07, 2018
Whitlow is an infection on the finger tip that is caused by bacteria and virus.

It is highly contagious, and could also open a clear passage for other infections and diseases.

Symptoms of Whitlow
- pain at the finger tip
- uneasiness
- flesh burns

Natural remedy.

Ingredients: Palm oil, limes.

Preparation.

- apply palm oil on the affected area of the finger.
- make a hole on the lime fruit and fit the affected finger inside the lime for thirty minutes, three times daily.
- do it for about four days, the pox will certainly come out and you with relief.

Tested and trusted.
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 5:53pm On Jun 07, 2018
NATURAL ULCER TREATMENT

In times of fasting and prayer, this is ulcer treatment you can rely on. Gotten from benedictine monks at Ewu Ishan in Edo state, Nigeria.

1. - Get raw pawpaw and wash it. (It must be raw, not ripe)

2. - Do not peel it and do not remove the seeds.

3. - After washing the outside neatly, slice it without peeling it into small small pieces. The cutting should be small like sugar cubes.

4. - Put all the small pieces of the raw pawpaw into any clean container. Fill the container with water to stop at the same point the sliced pawpaw stopped.

5. - Leave the pawpaw in the water for four days. For example if u soak it on a Monday, I count Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday will be the fourth day.
On the Fourth day, the water will be looking white in colour. Seive it and throw away the pawpaw and the water becomes your cure for ulcer.


DOSAGE: Drink half a glass of the pawpaw water every morning, afternoon and evening. You will no longer feel those ulcer pains because it will heal the wounds inside that are causing the pain.

This morning, afternoon and evening drinking of the pawpaw water can continue for weeks and months depending on how severe the ulcer is. It is not relief. It is a cure.

Additional note: an ulcer is an internal wound usually in the stomach or intestines.

Causes.
Common causes of ulcer are infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) and long-term use of aspirin and certain other painkillers, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve, Anaprox, others). Stress and spicy foods do not cause peptic ulcers. However, they can make your symptoms worse.

Note: Please avoid taking strong pain killers without prescription. If you take time to read the side effects you will see that the drugs for pain relief cause ulcer or wounds in the body.

This treatment mentioned is not a reason not to go to hospital, because not all internal pains are ulcers.

Let someone know and help someone get cured today. It is tested and trusted!
Profound gratitude to St Augustine Catholic Parish, Nasarawa State Polytechnic, Lafia, for their aid.
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 5:59pm On Jun 07, 2018
Written By Revolva:
Bad breath is an embarrassing condition caused by bacteria that breed beneath the surface of the tongue and often the throat area. It is important for you to fix it to prevent mouth odour. i shares 5 ways you can solve and get rid of the issue of bad breath.

Hydrate
Drinking enough water is one of the simplest steps you can take to curb bad breath. When your mouth doesn't have enough moisture to produce saliva, odour-causing bacteria can develop.

Clean your tongue
Cleaning your tongue can effectively decrease halitosis-causing compounds. These compounds form on your tongue and in your mouth when bacteria and amino acids combine, releasing an unpleasant smell. So cleaning your tongue regularly is important in fighting bad breath.

Fruits and vegetable
Eating fibrous fruits and vegetables like apples, bananas, oranges, potatoes among others help moisten the mouth and remove the bacteria in the mouth, thus helping you get rid of mouth odour.

Good oral hygiene
Good oral care is another important way to deal with bad breath. So, brush your teeth at least twice a day (in the morning when you wake and at night before you sleep). It is very important you don’t neglect to brush your teeth at night because while you sleep little or no saliva is being produced.

Use a mouth rinse
Use a mouth rinse after every meal. This helps reduce gingivitis and freshens breath. Mouthrinse alone is not an effective remedy but should be used in addition to regular brushing and flossing.

Stop or reduce taking alcohol!
Excessive alcohol intake makes your breath smell bad angry

Go for a liver check;
sometimes liver disease can lead to bad smell or mouth odour (google "Fetor hepaticus)

Don't brush before eating, brush after eating

Bad kidney or kidney disease can also cause bad breath
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 6:20pm On Jun 07, 2018
Home Remedies for Swollen Ankles, Legs, and Feet

There are many effective home remedies to reduce swelling in your ankles, legs, and feet. These natural methods can help to relieve occasional bouts of leg swelling and give you welcome relief from the discomfort that ankle edema causes.

Please remember, that if you have any chronic leg swelling or you have swelling in only one leg that is accompanied with pain, you should see your doctor for proper medical advice.

1. Exercise
Regular physical exercise is a great way to stimulate your blood circulation and stop fluid retention in your legs and ankles. For example, swimming is a great way to take pressure off your feet and, at the same time, boost your circulation.The journal International Archives of Medicine reported that exercising was an efficient way to reduce lower limb edema. This can help reduce ankle swelling if you have a sedentary lifestyle or if your swollen feet and ankles are due to aging.

2. Raise your legs
Another effective way to reduce fluid retention in your legs and ankles is to raise your legs above the level of your heart.For example, the journal Angiology reported that raised-leg exercises helped many elderly people reduce the size of their swollen ankles. They exercised for 20 minutes, 3 times a day and results were seen within a 4-week period.One easy way to keep your legs raised for an extended period of time to reduce leg edema is to sleep on your back with a pillow under your ankles. This will help to drain excess fluid that has built up around your ankles and feet.

3. Walk around
If you have swollen ankles and feet from standing or sitting for too long, you should get up every so often and walk around. This helps to stimulate your circulation and prevent too much fluid accumulating in your ankles. The International Journal of Vascular Medicine reported that walking helps to reduce the volume of fluid that builds up in the base of the leg. The researchers found that walking for 50 minutes in the afternoon can help reduce edema and leg pain during the day. The results were enhanced by wearing compression socks. Doctors from the Cleveland Clinic also recommend that to prevent fluid retention and ankle swelling you shouldn’t sit or stand in one place for too long without moving.

4. Compression socks
Compression stockings can help to reduce foot swelling if you have to sit or stand for long periods of time. In fact, compression socks help also to prevent swollen ankles and feet and can make going about your daily activities much easier. Compression stockings help to get rid of the symptoms of fluid retention in the legs by forcing the blood and excess fluid back up the body.In fact, the journal Dermatologic Surgery published a study showing the effectiveness of compression stockings if you have to sit for long periods of time. It was found that the compression stockings helped to reduce ankle and leg size in the evening and were recommended for people who have to sit or stand for their job.
Compression stocking can be useful to prevent leg and ankle swelling if you are pregnant or have to fly a long distance.

5. Foot massage
To help reduce ankle and foot swelling while you are pregnant, you can try a relaxing foot massage. Massage therapy is a great way to naturally stimulate circulation and help reduce the signs and symptoms of edema. The International Journal of Nursing Practice reported that foot massage helps to remove a buildup of fluid in the lower-leg area. In the study, women who were pregnant received foot massages for 20 minutes a day for 5 days. This was found to decrease swelling in the legs and ankles naturally.You can do your own foot massage or have someone do it for you. This will not only help get rid of ankle swelling but also help relax you and act as a natural stress reliever.

6. Reduce salt intake
If you find that your ankles and legs are swollen, you should reduce your salt intake to prevent accumulation of fluid. Your body needs a little salt for it to function properly, but too much salt can have a detrimental effect on your heart, kidney, and cardiovascular system.

Doctors from the American Academy of Family Physicians recommend reducing salt intake if you are getting treated for edema.15 In fact, the Cleveland Clinic says that reducing the amount of salt (sodium) in your diet helps to prevent a buildup of fluid in your legs, heart, and lungs.

7. Stop smoking
To keep healthy, it’s important that you stop smoking now. Smoking can cause many health problems that lead to serious diseases like various cancers, heart disease, and lung disease. Quitting smoking will also improve your circulation and prevent hand, leg, and ankle edema.

The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study that found that smoking increases the risk of peripheral artery disease (PAD) – a condition that affects blood flow in your body.17 According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, PAD usually affects blood flow to your legs.

8. Soak in Epsom salts
Soaking in Epsom salts is a great way to relax and relieve aching muscles in your legs and feet. There is some anecdotal evidence that having a foot bath in Epsom salts could also relieve swelling in your ankles.

The British Medical Journal published comments from a retired nurse that used Epsom salt soaks to reduce leg swelling. The nurse reported that it is well-known that Epsom salts are an effective remedy for swollen feet. She used an Epsom salt bath to increase blood circulation and reduce discomfort in swollen legs caused by heart disease.To find out how to make a therapeutic foot bath with Epsom salt, please read my article on the benefits of Epsom salts for your feet.
Other Ways to reduce Swollen Ankles, Legs, and Feet

9. Drink plenty of water
We are all guilty of often not drinking enough fluids. By drinking water throughout the day, we hydrate our tissues and detox the body. Sodium and caffeine, which contribute to feet inflammation, get diluted if we water ourselves sufficiently. Eight to ten glasses a day should be the norm. So make sure you carry that water bottle with you. For added antioxidant value, squeeze some lemon or lime in or prepare your own flavored water.

10. Consume enough magnesium
Often feet inflammation, which can result in painful swelling, is connected to magnesium deficiency. Please read my article about magnesium deficiency in which you will find information about how to identify a magnesium deficiency and how to stay magnesium sufficient.
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 9:27am On Jun 08, 2018
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Re: Medical Question & Answer by chineseayo(m): 11:46am On Jun 09, 2018
pls i have a question ...i took postinor-2 12 hrs after sexing my boyfriend ...which was on d 29th of last month and my period is meant to come either on d 5/6/7 of dis month but it didnt come it was just giving signs like cramps nd all ....i took a pt strip test and it was negative ..Right now am having cramps nd my stomach is aching but no sign of blood ...is it a normal situation or am risk ....i need ur answers pls
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 4:41pm On Jun 28, 2018
I am sorry I could not respond. I have been quite busy.
chineseayo:
pls i have a question ...i took postinor-2 12 hrs after sexing my boyfriend ...which was on d 29th of last month and my period is meant to come either on d 5/6/7 of dis month but it didnt come it was just giving signs like cramps nd all ....i took a pt strip test and it was negative ..Right now am having cramps nd my stomach is aching but no sign of blood ...is it a normal situation or am risk ....i need ur answers pls
Re: Medical Question & Answer by afolayan22(m): 3:07am On Jun 29, 2018
Lubebay:
I am sorry I could not respond. I have been quite busy.
Is there any benefit bathing with hot water and what causes body sweat even a cool temperature?,thank you as you answer
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 9:54am On Jul 19, 2018
Benefit bathing with hot water
1. Improving Your Blood Circulation
2. Helping You Fall Asleep
3. Lowering Your Blood Pressure
4. Helping Your Cough and Flu Symptoms
5 Balancing your hormones
6.Optimizing Your Body Temperature
Please, read about hyperhidrosis
afolayan22:
Is there any benefit bathing with hot water and what causes body sweat even a cool temperature?,thank you as you answer
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Nobody: 10:27am On Aug 08, 2018
what is the best cure for staph
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 11:30am On Sep 03, 2018
Antibiotics commonly prescribed to treat staph infections include certain cephalosporins, nafcillin or related antibiotics, sulfa drugs, or vancomycin.
nija80:
what is the best cure for staph
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Nobody: 9:47am On Sep 04, 2018
Is there a natural cure for bladder stone?
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 11:50am On Sep 04, 2018
Sneezes are very powerful, they could travel at a speed of 100 mph, that could rupture a blood vessel in your brain, perforate ur ear drum or even cause air to be trapped in your chest or between ur lungs if held in. When you feel like sneezing, SNEEZE OUT! Make it a habit to turn the other way and sneeze out, don't try to sneeze in, it's dangerous. It has nothing to do with being an Ajebutter or Ajekpako. Allow your system release the viruses in your system. Sneezing could be a sign that you are feeling sick and needs to act.


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Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 11:53am On Sep 04, 2018
Kidney stones occur when minerals and salts, most commonly calcium oxalate, crystallize in the kidneys and create hard deposits. Although they form in the kidneys, kidney stones can affect any part of the urinary tract.

Kidney stones are also called calculi or urolithiasis.

Apple cider vinegar, Celery juice or seed, Wheatgrass juice, Pomegranate juice, Extra-virgin olive oil is a thick, rich oil that may help ease the passage of kidney stones by lubricating the urinary tract. A 5-oz glass first thing in the morning and late in the afternoon, ideally at the same time as other herbal or home remedies, may reduce pain and discomfort.
Westmorland:
Is there a natural cure for bladder stone?
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Nobody: 4:53pm On Sep 04, 2018
Lubebay:
Kidney stones occur when minerals and salts, most commonly calcium oxalate, crystallize in the kidneys and create hard deposits. Although they form in the kidneys, kidney stones can affect any part of the urinary tract.

Kidney stones are also called calculi or urolithiasis.

Apple cider vinegar, Celery juice or seed, Wheatgrass juice, Pomegranate juice, Extra-virgin olive oil is a thick, rich oil that may help ease the passage of kidney stones by lubricating the urinary tract. A 5-oz glass first thing in the morning and late in the afternoon, ideally at the same time as other herbal or home refineries , may reduce pain and discomfort.
Thank you
Re: Medical Question & Answer by Lubebay(op): 8:23pm On Sep 07, 2018
Westmorland:
Thank you
You welcome.
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