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Beta Q&A site for professionals in medical and allied health fields, students of those professions, related academics, and others with a sound understanding of medicine and healthcare-related sciences

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118 Example Questions

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To heal a tendinitis, how to decide when to stretch and when to rest?
added by Franck Dernoncourt Jun 26 '14 at 18:57
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When I sneeze, why do my arms go numb?
added by cloyd800 Mar 25 '14 at 4:22
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Why do I have to show my ID to buy sudafed (in the US)?
added by crownjewel82 May 12 '14 at 14:32
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I'm not sure this is actually a medical question, it sounds more like a legal one to me. – Jenny D Sep 2 '14 at 8:11
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Films always show people holding down people who are having seizures, and possibly putting something in their mouth. Should I do this in real life?
added by yochannah Jul 31 '14 at 21:17
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I am a certified first-aider in France. In case of need, may I practice in other countries without legal issues? (as laws and protocols may differ)
added by Shlublu Jul 31 '14 at 11:15
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You should probably define what CFR stands for in your country, what level of training it includes and what the country is. – James Jenkins Jul 31 '14 at 12:28
Yes, +1. I think that in a real context the text of the question would be a good place to provide these details. Here we just have its title. I'll edit it to make it clearer though. – Shlublu Jul 31 '14 at 13:02
Much better question now, I am out of up votes or I would give it one. – James Jenkins Jul 31 '14 at 13:47
Thanks :) The intent prevails :) – Shlublu Jul 31 '14 at 13:53
It seems this is more a question for the proposed "legal" exchange. – Jared Sep 25 '14 at 18:53
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What is the purpose of the small holes in the maxilla?
added by Brian Rushton Mar 9 '14 at 23:54
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There's a discussion on expanding the description of this site to include human biology here. – Garrett Mar 10 '14 at 10:18
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It would seem that such a question might be more suited to Biology SE using the tag Human-Biology. – Zephyrus Mar 15 '14 at 6:44
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I cut myself rather deeply. Do I need to be worried about tetanus? How often do I need tetanus shots?
added by Kyle Challis Jul 8 '14 at 21:09
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Why is Prinzmetal's Angina mistaken for a heart attack in a majority of patients?
added by okoboko Jul 14 '14 at 2:41
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In team first-aid context: the victim's Sp02 is 92. Is this sign sufficient for me to contact the coordination for vital distress?
added by Shlublu Jul 31 '14 at 11:12
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Recovery position: on which side should I put the victim and why?
added by Shlublu Jul 31 '14 at 11:36
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What are some household remedies or helpful food items for slow clotting(not haemophiliac)?
added by Ashish Kulkarni Mar 13 '14 at 6:50
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Why is it that when something wakes me up while I'm falling into asleep, I can't fall asleep for hours sometimes.
added by Zephyrus Mar 15 '14 at 6:48
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I've downvoted this because it doesn't actually ask a question. – cloyd800 Mar 25 '14 at 4:23
Thanks, @cloyd800, I've edited the question. – Zephyrus Apr 15 '14 at 23:25
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UV-C Sterilizer Wand good or bad?
added by Bolu Mar 25 '14 at 15:22
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Do biofilms only occur as part of infection, or are some of them healthy for me?
added by blueberryfields May 23 '14 at 15:29
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Is it bad for me to be eating ramen if I have Crohn's Disease?
added by brysgo May 25 '14 at 0:28
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Can any immune system disorder caused by recognition of healthy components as pathogens hypothetically be treated with desensitization immunotherapy?
added by TheEnvironmentalist May 26 '14 at 21:33
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Is it possible for one's height to fluctuate over the course of a day and why? E.g. Be 1 cm shorter each evening (v.s. morning).
added by Kenny LJ Jun 1 '14 at 13:23
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Why some smack lips while asleep except for dryness?
added by Mocialov Boris Jun 25 '14 at 8:54
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How can one tell if he/she has any vitamin deficiency (before Avitaminosis occurs)?
added by Mocialov Boris Jun 25 '14 at 8:55
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Can my teeth really be affected if I don't use them because I'm only having soylent as food? I think it's just fear mongering, but need expert advice.
added by JorgeArtware Jun 29 '14 at 21:19
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But... the enigma, the enigma! theguardian.com/notesandqueries/query/… just kidding, I realized I had to phrase it in a clearer way, thank you @James – JorgeArtware Jun 30 '14 at 18:22
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What are the methods of fluoride removal from drinking water?
added by kenorb Jul 2 '14 at 11:02
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How to treat hay fever?
added by kenorb Jul 2 '14 at 11:05
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Are molds dangerous to health?
added by kenorb Jul 7 '14 at 8:49
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What are the health benefits of spending time at the beach (on the sand, in the ocean, in the sun)?
added by userID Jul 8 '14 at 21:26
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What lifestyle changes can make me look younger?
added by Maher_Steve Jul 11 '14 at 1:39
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Should linen oil be stored in a fridge?
added by Kuba Orlik Jul 12 '14 at 10:43
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Are there Nocireceptors in the eye?
added by Iliveeverywherebutearth Jul 12 '14 at 17:36
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How does L-Arginine act as a vasodilator for the purposes of treating Prinzmetal's Angina?
added by okoboko Jul 14 '14 at 2:38
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Interesting example question. I wonder if this would be more on topic at Biology SE with the human-biology tag... What do people think? – Garrett Sep 26 '14 at 23:57
It looks like a question about a medication interacting with a human body so a site about medical/health (here) seems to be the best place. – James Jenkins Sep 27 '14 at 11:52
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Could no chewing diet help oral hygiene?
added by Mert Jul 19 '14 at 22:37
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Where are the dangers or menaces to health from consuming common foods and vitamins together?
added by LePressentiment Jul 25 '14 at 4:56
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Trying to eat healthy and lose weight after ten years of junk, is it better to drink smoothies or diet drinks?
added by LinuxN00b Jul 25 '14 at 19:54
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What is the rationale behind starting the CPR process by 5 breathes on children?
added by Shlublu Jul 31 '14 at 11:09
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What are signs of a diabetic becoming low on blood sugar? Can I treat it myself?
added by yochannah Jul 31 '14 at 21:07
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My grandma is complaining of heart burn, but I've heard that heart attacks can feel like heart burn. When should I be concerned?
added by yochannah Jul 31 '14 at 21:09
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What is the reason behind changing the order of ventilation (first in earlier guidelines) and compressions (now first) in basic life support?
added by imsodin Aug 5 '14 at 18:35
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Can a person completely recover from paralysis caused by <Diagnosis>?
added by Murtaza, edited by James Jenkins Oct 2 '14 at 19:12
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I added "caused by <Diagnosis>" otherwise it is to broad. – James Jenkins Oct 2 '14 at 19:13
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Why is it dangerous for a person to pass out while lying on their stomach?
added by animuson, edited by yochannah Oct 2 '14 at 17:22
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I sleep only when I get sleepy and work on the computer the rest of the time, sometimes for days, is that bad for my health and how so?
added by JorgeArtware Aug 10 '14 at 23:39
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What is the gold treatment for asthma ?
added by woliveirajr Aug 15 '14 at 16:59
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How is a cold allergy (edema of the extremities) correlated to incidence of other allergies (food/ingestion, or contact)?
added by J. Zimmerman Aug 19 '14 at 18:33
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