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I just started taking Wellbutrin today to try & quit smoking. I felt a bit shaky and had some stomach cramps. I was told I would get used to it and after a week or so the shakiness would go away. Will the cramps also go away? Is this a normal side effect?
You have described what appears to be withdrawal symptoms. All can be attributed to the use of this medication. Your physician who prescribed the drug should evaluate the use of this therapy for you it if is being used for an extended period. Dose monitoring is also important based on your reactions or side effects. Please consult with your physician regarding your concerns and any questions you may have.
If you were to be allergic to codeine, what would the symptoms be?
Allergic reactions to any drug usually are associated with itching, wheals of the skin and in more serious cases, flushing of the face, sweating or weakness; ultimately to shock or swelling in the throat. As with any medication or drug, a history of allergy must be considered. If you are concerned, please consult with your physician if you have any symptoms after taking the drug or have questions regarding its use.
My brother, who is an SCI patient, gets a number of UTI's each year, which are very costly and a pain to treat. I have heard these can be minimized with something called an O'Neil cath kit. Do you know anything about this, and where I could get it?
The kit is a self-contained intermittent catheter system with a pre-lubricated sterile catheter. It can be purchased from Byram Medical Supplies at 1-800-248-4546.
My daughter (age 11), was diagnosed with cellulitis caused by a spider bite. Can you give me any infromation about this condition?
Cellulitis is a skin infection that is caused by a bacteria. It requires antibiotic treatment. It can be limited in size, but can also be extensive. It is possible that after the spider bite, by scratching the area, bacteria were introduced that caused the infection.
Patient slipped and fell in home and broke hip. Was hospitalized for approximately 2 weeks. Within that 2 weeks, patient had gone into a coma but recovered. Patient was then unable to walk and talk. Transferred to a nursing facility. Received some physical therapy. Now PT has been asked to leave facility because of medicare payments. Would VNSW help with the PT care by providing a doctor, nurse, HHA, and PT if necessary? And If so what is the cost?
VNSW provides to Medicare patients all the services you listed, if the patient is homebound and meets their regulations. The patient must have a primary physician who approves a plan of care. This Agency accepts most insurance plans (Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care, Private Insurance, Private Pay, etc.) The cost is based on whatever the insurance coverage the patient has, there is also subsidized fees. You may call our Intake Department at (914) 682-1480, ext. 621. They will assist you and answer any questions you may have.
I would like to know how would I be come a visiting nurse, and whom to contact.
To become a Visiting Nurse, you must be a registered nurse with experience. If you are looking for employment as a Visiting Nurse, you can call our Human Resource Director at (914) 682-1480, EXT. 616.
What is normal blood pressure for a 30 year old woman?
Normal blood pressure is considered by medical experts to be 120/80 mm Hg.Any person who has blood pressure consistently above 140/90 is considered to have hypertension (high blood pressure).
How does Celexa effect someone with severe reactive hypoglycemia?
Some of the side effects may affect the gastrointestinal system. I am not sure whether that can be a problem with severe reactive hypoglycemia. You should question your physician and also your pharmacist if you experience any symptoms which aggravate your hypoglycemia.
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