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What is voltaren-xr 100 mg and what does it do?

Although I live in Westchester, my mother who's 83 lives in Dutchess County with my brother. She is suffering from Alzheimer's Disease but is still reasonably functional. She is in excellent physical health. She spends days with my sister and weekends with me. However, I'm a single mother who works seven days a week. I want to share the responsibility of caring for her but I can't be home with her all day Saturday and Sunday. My sister, brother and I have spoken about "placing" her in a home. I was wondering if she can be placed in Westchester, near me, or if we need to look in Dutchess County because she resides there most of the time. If so, is there an agency we can turn to for help with this matter? I'd appreciate your assistance. Also, if she is staying with me over the weekend and I need someone to care for her for a few hours, is that one of the things your agency does? My thanks for your attention to this matter.

My insurance dermatology diagnoses codes are: 173 BCC and Scc 232 Bowen's disease of the skin. Can you give me any information about these?

I am a 23 yr. old female who has been experiencing dizziness for four days now. I was sick with the flu for several days and then began feeling better. However, on Monday evening I began getting dizzy, not severely, but I felt rather funny. When I woke up on Tuesday I was fine, but after being on my feet for a half an hour I began feeling dizzy again. I made an appointment to see a doctor and was diagnosed with vertigo. I was given a medication known as "anti-vert" and was told this would relieve my symptoms. I am to take the pills every 6 hrs. as necessary and if my symptoms persist for more than 2 wks. I have to go back for a follow-up. Well, my problem is the medication is having no affect on me at all. I am still feeling disoriented and have had to leave work early every day since I first began experiencing this. Is there anything I can do to relieve these symptoms? I feel fine as long as I am laying down and not doing anything. Unfortunately, this is not an option I have. My doctor said 2 wks., but I don't know how much longer I can deal with this.

What is voltaren-xr 100 mg and what does it do?

Voltaren SR This drug produces anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-pyretic effects. It is used in the treatment of the following diseases: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It is a non-steriodial drug (i.e. cortisone).

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Although I live in Westchester, my mother who's 83 lives in Dutchess County with my brother. She is suffering from Alzheimer's Disease but is still reasonably functional. She is in excellent physical health. She spends days with my sister and weekends with me. However, I'm a single mother who works seven days a week. I want to share the responsibility of caring for her but I can't be home with her all day Saturday and Sunday. My sister, brother and I have spoken about "placing" her in a home. I was wondering if she can be placed in Westchester, near me, or if we need to look in Dutchess County because she resides there most of the time. If so, is there an agency we can turn to for help with this matter? I'd appreciate your assistance. Also, if she is staying with me over the weekend and I need someone to care for her for a few hours, is that one of the things your agency does? My thanks for your attention to this matter.

Westchester Care at Home,Inc. (WCAH) can provide you with a personal care attendant, a home health aide or a nurse if your mother requires one. Call them at (914) 997-7912 and ask for Lynette or Myra. This Agency is only for clients residing in Westchester County. There are certain requirements that must be met. Lynette or Myra can provide you with the assistance and information on this service. They can also refer you to resources in Dutchess County if you require services in that County.

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My insurance dermatology diagnoses codes are: 173 BCC and Scc 232 Bowen's disease of the skin. Can you give me any information about these?

BCC is Basal Cell Carcinoma, SCC is Squamous Cell Carcinoma. They relate to the amount and intensity of electromagnetic radiation, including ultraviolet light and x-radiation the skin has received over a lifetime in the sun. Persons with light complexions and who have an occupation or lifestyle that keeps them outdoors and exposed to the sun are usually affected. A family history of skin cancer and patients who have diseases which affect their immunity status are also susceptible.

Bowen's Disease is a squamous cell carcinoma in place, consisting of multiple superficial squamous cell cancers in non-sun exposed areas of the body. I recommend that you consult with your physician to insure that appropriate treatment and therapy are provided, including surgical removal of these lesions.

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I am a 23 yr. old female who has been experiencing dizziness for four days now. I was sick with the flu for several days and then began feeling better. However, on Monday evening I began getting dizzy, not severely, but I felt rather funny. When I woke up on Tuesday I was fine, but after being on my feet for a half an hour I began feeling dizzy again. I made an appointment to see a doctor and was diagnosed with vertigo. I was given a medication known as "anti-vert" and was told this would relieve my symptoms. I am to take the pills every 6 hrs. as necessary and if my symptoms persist for more than 2 wks. I have to go back for a follow-up. Well, my problem is the medication is having no affect on me at all. I am still feeling disoriented and have had to leave work early every day since I first began experiencing this. Is there anything I can do to relieve these symptoms? I feel fine as long as I am laying down and not doing anything. Unfortunately, this is not an option I have. My doctor said 2 wks., but I don't know how much longer I can deal with this.

I recommend that you discuss your symptoms with your physician to determine if there may be other causes for your dizziness. You may have involvement of the organ in your inner ear which controls equilibrium with every movement of the body, i.e. standing up, bending down, etc. The medication "anti-vert" may also have to be adjusted or changed. Another suggestion is a neurological exam by a neurologist. Your physician can advise you and make the referral.

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