19.08.2020 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Dear specialist,
I have ulcerative colitis and I am currently mostly or entirely in remission, thanks to Entyvio. I am considering getting a hair transplant. I will need a painkiller (Ibuprofen) for the evening after the procedure and for the follow...
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15.04.2020 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Regarding your last question, according to your profile here one of your focuses is sexual medicine, does this question not go in that direction? Then I would like to ask again briefly, what do you think is likely in this case? But of course, we may ...
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05.02.2019 | answered by Ralf von Seckendorff
Could you please explain to me the meaning of this finding?
The examination revealed a reduction of the intervertebral disc between L4 and L5, which is associated with a right median and paramedian protrusion of the posterior disc profile that exten...
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24.05.2017 | answered by Felix Aaslepp
Factual situation (concerning Hepatitis B):
In 1999, I was vaccinated with three doses against HepB. In 2009, I had my titer (Anti-HBs) measured, which was 109 mIU/ml (indicating successful immunization 10 years prior).
In early 2016, there was ano...
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05.04.2017 | answered by Nadja Struß
Hello,
I injured myself on a glass pane on Sunday, 26.04.17. I was treated at the hospital (about 30 minutes later): wounds were washed, disinfected, and stitched. There was a wound on the elbow with 5 stitches and another with 2 stitches. A stitch ...
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26.01.2017 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
Dear Dr.
On December 29th, I underwent a percutaneous Achilles tendon suture according to Pässler.
The clinical and sonographic diagnostics showed a 6cm defect of the Achilles tendon, 6 cm proximal to the calcaneal insertion. The surgery and posto...
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30.11.2016 | answered by Ralf von Seckendorff
Hello,
I am really scared of getting a thrombosis in my arm. Sometimes I wake up at night and my arm feels numb and tingly. I have the feeling that it's coming from my neck or that I was lying on it, but when I move my shoulders and head, it goes aw...
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03.05.2016 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
I want to find out what treatment differences arise specifically when the same framework parameters but differences in details in the medical history are present.
Framework facts:
Patient, early 60s, hypertension, obesity, smoker, knee surgery 20 da...
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26.12.2015 | answered by Ive Dr. Schaaf
Dear Mrs. Schaaf,
I was diagnosed with a 3-level DVT on the 21st of December:
Re. V. il.ext. >> flow modulated by respiration and heart
Re. V. fem. com. >> completely compressible
Re. V. prof. fem. >> open
Re. V. fem. sup.prox. >> completely compres...
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19.12.2014 | answered by Ralf Berg
Dear Sir or Madam,
I have noticed that I have a gap between my teeth and gums and read that it can lead to bacterial pockets which can trigger a heart muscle inflammation. I already have a dental appointment, but I am in total panic that I have or w...
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27.08.2014 | answered by Christian Welsch
Good day, there is a plan to fly to India with children between the ages of 4 and 6. A doctor has informed me of the following regarding health concerns. Do you share this opinion? What else should be considered?
"Unlike traveling to European countr...
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05.07.2014 | answered by Kathrin Hamann
Hello, I have a recent blood test that is making me a bit worried. Can I send the blood test results via email and get a brief interpretation? My primary care physician says there is no cause for concern......
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26.10.2013 | answered by Christian Welsch
My husband, aged 84, is going to have a permanent bladder catheter placed in his abdominal cavity. He has had a biological heart valve since 2005. Are there any special precautions that need to be taken to prevent infective endocarditis? And can a pe...
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05.11.2012 | answered by Kathrin Hamann
Profile:
Female: 20 years old
Hello, for about 2 years I have had EXTREME stomach problems. In addition, there is also an inexplicable inner restlessness on my part. A stomach endoscopy was performed where nothing special could be found. About 2 mo...
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04.11.2012 | answered by Frauke Gehring
Good day dear Sir or Madam,
I have a few questions regarding tachycardia.
I am 56 years old, 180 cm tall and weigh around 120 kg. I am a smoker, unfortunately do not pay much attention to my diet, and do not move a lot.
I have been suffering from ...
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02.08.2012 | answered by Michael Schröter
Hello,
I have a suprapubic bladder catheter and have taken a lot of antibiotics and other medications in the last months and years. Although my CRP level was 2.1 mg/l (normal range) during the last catheter change, the urologist prescribed me another...
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24.04.2012 | answered by Hendrik Bernau
Dear Sir or Madam,
I recently turned 37 and have had three miscarriages with curettage in the 8th/9th week in the last 1.5 years. Since the investigation by my gynecologist is unfortunately somewhat chaotic, I am seeking a second opinion in this way....
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11.03.2012 | answered by Freddy Feuerstein
Hello dear experts!
I have asked my doctor to prescribe me Tavor (active ingredient Lorazepam) for panic emergencies. I have already had good, albeit limited, experience with it.
Now, on the prescription handed to me, the active ingredient is "Lorm...
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02.03.2012 | answered by Christian Welsch
Hello,
my name is Florian, I am 27 years old and have been suffering from an unexplained illness for several years!
Symptoms include:
• It started with severe eye burning and impaired vision
Over the course of weeks and months, headache, fatigue, wea...
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23.02.2012 | answered by Ralf Berg
Dear Sir or Madam,
I have been diagnosed with advanced glaucoma at the age of 34, and I am a smoker. I am an oboist and have read that playing a high-pressure instrument like the oboe can worsen glaucoma.
My intraocular pressure is 12-14 mmHg durin...
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23.09.2011 | answered by Ralf Berg
Hello and thank you in advance for your help!
Enclosed you will find blood test results that were given to my husband by his general practitioner after his 2-year check-up. I, the wife, am a medical assistant and two years ago during his very first ...
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19.08.2011 | answered by Ralf Berg
I am male, 30 years old, 186cm tall, 86kg heavy. I have been doing sports on average 2 times a week for ten years, so I would consider myself moderately fit.
My problem: I often have sweat attacks/breakouts or sweat excessively. The sweat usually fe...
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24.07.2011 | answered by Ralf Berg
I am male and 29 years old, 179 cm tall and 76 kg, athletic and sporty. I do not have any pre-existing conditions, and I only take one medication regularly (Propecia [Finasteride] for hair loss).
I have a normal eating and drinking routine, with 5 m...
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24.03.2011 | answered by Freddy Feuerstein
Hello,
I have the following questions regarding the condition Erythema Exsudativum Multiforme Major:
- After a six-month prophylactic Aciclovir therapy (2*400 mg/d) and a recurrence of herpes outbreak, is there a possibility of another flare-up? Are...
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18.08.2010 | answered by Susanne Plotz
I stopped taking the pill in January 2010 and have been trying to get pregnant since then. For the past 2 months, I have also been using the Clearblue Fertility Monitor as a tool. My period comes regularly, my cycle is 28-29 days, and I ovulate on th...
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