31.10.2018 | answered by Frauke Gehring
I have been getting a blood test done every year for at least 10 years (now 47) (original reason: thyroid after surgery). The values are always roughly the same (weight during this time between 85 and 97 kg at 173 cm):
- HbA1c between 5.2-5.6. (no tr...
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04.03.2016 | answered by Ralf Berg
I will have eye surgery on March 8th, 2016 and until then I have to take some eye drops and Diamox 250mg twice a day. However, despite this, my intraocular pressure is not decreasing, so I have to use Dexasine eye drops 5 times a day for inflammation...
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26.02.2015 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
Hello,
I wanted to ask if you could recommend a pill for me.
Preferably one that also helps against skin impurities.
So far, I have tried Lamuna and Valette. Valette also helped with my skin impurities, but unfortunately I got headaches from both pi...
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07.08.2014 | answered by Christian Welsch
Hello. A few months ago, I had a vocal cord spasm after eating a grape, and after a strong cough, I suddenly couldn't breathe in for a long time. Just before I passed out, I was able to calm down a bit and slowly breathe in again. Since then, I've be...
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28.08.2013 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Dear Sir or Madam,
My question is: What are the causes of an eczematized mycosis on the skin? What happens in the worst case scenario if I leave an eczematized mycosis on my buttock (i.e. on the skin) untreated? How can this be best treated, and wha...
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19.01.2013 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Hello,
the hypochondriac again ;-)
I often have problems with bloating, which I always associated with moderate intestinal cramps. I have recently noticed that I have mild pains similar to side stitches, sometimes on the right and sometimes on the le...
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05.11.2012 | answered by Ralf Berg
Dear Sir or Madam,
Years ago, I was advised by a gynecologist not to use any hormonal contraceptive methods. This recommendation was based on the results of a blood test which revealed the following:
- Indication of Factor V Leiden mutation
- Prese...
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28.04.2012 | answered by Ralf Berg
Dear Sir or Madam,
last December, I had abdominal pain. As a result, I had my blood tested for tumor markers. The following values were found:
CEA 0.6 normal less than 5
CA 19-9 5.2 normal less than 37
CA 72-4 less than 0.3 normal less than 3.5
CA ...
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27.04.2012 | answered by Christian Welsch
Dear Sir or Madam,
my masseur told me that massage in general, including massage of the carotid artery, serves stroke prevention because it keeps "everything" elastic. To me, this sounded strange.
Is this "theory" of massage generally true?
If not...
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23.04.2011 | answered by Ralf Berg
Hello,
a week ago I twisted my foot. Since I couldn't walk anymore, I went to the emergency room at the hospital. Due to my pregnancy (34 weeks), they decided not to do an X-ray. The doctor was of the opinion that if I could still put weight on it, ...
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22.10.2010 | answered by Olaf Stephan
Background:
Hypersensitization since November 2009, swine flu vaccination September 2009, and flu vaccination Sep. 2009 (information about the last treatments)
Since 14.01.2010 unable to work, sudden dizziness and drowsiness with visual disturbanc...
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07.09.2010 | answered by Olaf Stephan
Hello,
First of all: I am aware that I can answer my question with common sense (and I do so below). However, I would still appreciate a professional opinion.
The situation is as follows: I was at a concert yesterday. And it was loud. I am very con...
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04.12.2009 | answered by Olaf Stephan
Hello, how can I effectively strengthen the immune system? Are Vitamin C with Zinc capsules helpful, or Echinacea?
Best regards
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