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Question by Shelby: What type of dietary supplements is a person prescribed after lap band surgery?
I am doing a research project about Lap Band surgery and I am having trouble finding supplements. My teacher said there are a lot that you need to take, but I’m really only finding multivitamin, calcium and iron supplements.

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Answer by www.personal-nutrition-guide.com
Lap Band weight loss surgery is a restrictive type of weight loss surgery and not a malabsorptive type of surgery like gastric bypass surgery is. With gastric bypass, a greater number of supplements are therefore required.

(You may make a point in your project to differentiate between the types of weight loss surgeries.)

http://www.personal-nutrition-guide.com/types-of-weight-loss-surgery.html

However, patients CAN develop nutrient deficiencies with a restrictive procedure such as the gastric banding surgery due to a lower food intake.

Iron and B vitamin deficiencies are commonly reported in gastric band patients. Poor bone health is also a risk if they don’t get adequate amounts of calcium.

Gastric lap-band patients often have trouble eating beef, pork, lamb, and sometimes poultry after surgery. These foods all contain iron, as do enriched cereals, pastas and rice which are often not tolerated after surgery. The lost iron can easily be replaced IF NECESSARY, with properly formulated bariatric supplements.

I suggest multivitamin and calcium supplements regularly, but suggest iron supplements only if a patient’s tested blood work shows they need it since iron is a “pro-oxidant,” and undesirable in excess amounts!

Info about bariatric supplements here:

http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/bariatric-vitamins.html

And everything you need to know about lapband eating and diet here if it will help with your research project!

http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/lap-band-diet.html

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Question by riyad: Have any patients who became completely cured by taking Homeo Medicine Arnica after a full cut Episiotomy?
Some websites Deny Arnica’s effectiveness of post surgical treatment.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/97580…

http://dermatology.jwatch.org/cgi/conten…

Even the Homeopathy websites which promote this product, warning that, “Homeopathic remedies are very dilute, and while the homeopathic remedy may be beneficial, the raw product may be harmful.”

http://abchomeopathy.com/r.php/Arn

Now I want to know, Is this Homeopathic medicine really effective for the treatment of Episiotomy? Have any side affect of it? Have any risk to increase the problem or create new problem instead of healing the problem?

I also want to know that, is Arnica only just a pain killer or antibiotic, or it is for completely healing and cure? Is it only for use to reduce pain after a surgical operation, or can use any time in order to help the entire healing process? Our patient already passed 8 weeks after a full cut Episiotomy and now have only slight pain sometimes when any movement or physical activity. So pain reduction is not major issue now. We only need to ensure complete and permanent healing. So I cannot assure if the Arnica would be applicable or not at this moment.

As we see contradictory information about this medicine in the web, so I need to know real experience or authentic data. How many Episiotomy patients get complete recovery by taking Arnica or such type of Homeo medicine?

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Answer by mindpicasso
Homeopathic medicines work as well as sugar pills do. The problem is that they are so diluted at least hundreds and hundreds X. Now as far as arnica that wouldn’t help in any form anyways and in fact it can very well irritate your skin if used as a cream which that is the best help your going to get. I would use jojoba and vitamen e.

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Question by Christine K: Ways to increase my libido after menopause?
I am 45, diabetic, going through menopause and have almost no sex drive. My blood sugar is under control. What else can I do to increase my libido?

Serious answers only please. Proven homeopathic remedies? Links where I can learn more. Real life experiences would be great!
Thanks in advance.

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Answer by Elaine W
Garlic or garlic supplements work wonders for libido

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Question by Big T: What supplements can help the immune system get stronger after cancer treatment?
My friend recently had all the lymph nodes removed from the right side of his neck and shoulder after 3 months of very aggressive cancer treatment. His immune system is so weak his body can’t seem to heal the wounds. What can he do to help his immune system get stronger, any advice on supplements etc would be SO helpful! Thank you!

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Answer by Tarkarri
Any supplements should always be cleared first by the treating oncologist.

Many “natural” remedies and even some vitamin supplements etc can actually counteract the action of some types of chemotherapy.

I had many well-meaning friends who recommended all sorts of treatments and supplements while I was going through my treatment, some of them were offended when I politely refused their offer to supply the recommended supplement. This particular supplement was actually one my oncologist had already warned me to avoid.

Friends have their place providing support physically, financially or emotionally but leave the health care to the medical team.

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Question by purple ribbon: Plastic surgeon prescribed homeopathic tablets for before and after surgery…is this alright?
My mum is about to undergo some plastic surgery on her eyes. She told me that her doctor recommended that she take Traumeel (homeopathic treatment) several days before and after surgery. Now I’m not a particularly big expert in medicine but my intuition tells me that when something is dissolved in water to the point that it’s hardly there, it won’t be effective.
Do you guys think I should be concerned? I mean- is this surgeon qualified to perform surgery if he believes in this sort of highly disputed forms of medicine. Even the homeopathy wikipedia page indicates that maojority of systematic trials prove homeopathic medicine is not more effective than a placebo.
What would you do if your doctor prescribed you a homeopathic treatment? Would you doubt his credibility as a qualified practitioner?

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Answer by Pangolin
I’d be very concerned.

It certainly isn’t going to harm her (it’s just expensive water, after all), but I’d worry about his judgement in other matters.

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Question by DoYourResearch: What vitamins should I take after a chemical peel in order to speed up the healing process?
Lysine is said to help promote healthy skin, and Vitamin C helps support the immune system. Will taking these two supplements after a chemical peel help speed up the healing process? And if not, which vitamins would be best? And how much of it should I take? Also, are there any vitamins I should avoid during this healing process? Thank You!

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Answer by Ovilia Fernandes
Nature care has some helpful remedies to provide immediate relief and for continuous use to make the skin prevent disorders such as peeling skin.

Here is a compilation of some such known home remedies that one can use for curing peeling skin. It is important to note that if desirable results are not achieved it is wise to consult a physician.

-Grated cucumber applied over the affected areas for 15-20 minutes has been found to be effective especially for the skin on the face. Regular application prevents dryness of the skin.
-Applying the juice of fresh mint every night on affected areas of the skin can help prevent dryness. It is also a suggested remedy for eczema and dermatitis.
-Honey, olive oil and a mixture of turmeric and sandalwood paste are very effective in rejuvenating dry, parched skin
Diet for Peeling Skin
Peeling Skin : Home Remedies suggested by users
Replenish essential vitamins to deal with Peeling Skin
Diet plays a very important part in nurturing a healthy skin. Skin disorders usually surface due to diet inconsistencies. This can be avoided by having a healthy and nutritional diet that nourishes the skin and keeps disorders at bay.

A good diet must include important nutrients for the well-being of the body. It must include protein, carbohydrates, fats, essential fatty acids, and all essential vitamins and minerals.
Peeling of the skin is sometimes caused due to deficiency in Vitamin A, Iron, Iodine or Vitamin B. While proteins and Vitamin C, prevent infections and accelerate healing. Replenish the skin with these basic essentials by including them as part of the regular diet.

Here is a list of sources of these essentials vitamins:
Vitamin Sources
Vitamin A: Cream, butter, fish liver oils, eggs, carrots
Vitamin B: Meat, yeast, unpolished cereal grains, liver, eggs, cheese, milk.
Vitamin C: Citrus fruits, green peppers and tomatoes
Proteins: Meat, fish, cereals, dairy products, nuts, lentils, pulses and some vegetables.
Iron: Red meat, almonds, baked beans, broccoli, kidney beans, peas, raisins, rice etc

Other Suggestions for Peeling Skin
Dos and Donts of Peeling Skin
Some simple situations best avoided can accelerate healing.

Here is a compilation of the certain preferred and most avoidable situations one can note when faced with peeling skin:

Do’s
-One may snip loose ends of the peeling skin but avoid cutting skin bound to the skin.
-Moisturizing peeling skin may help. Soothe dry the peeling skin and moisturize it with any good moisturizing cream or lotion.
-For all-over peeling, a soak in an oatmeal bath is a helpful remedy.
-Drink plenty of water about 10-12 glasses a day.
-Use sunscreens when out in the sun.
-Use mild soaps instead of strong and harsh soaps

Don’ts:
-Resist the temptation to pick or scratch the peeling skin .It may damage the skin further.
-Avoid taking a hot water bath as it drains the skin of its natural oils. Warms baths are milder and causes less damage to the skin.
-Stay out of the sun during Peek UV Radiation times such as: during mid day 11.00am-2.00pm.

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Question by sharkzzzzz: sinus(cold,sneezing,running nose) affects me after i masturbate why?? cure??
i got sinus infection for more than 3 years..and it started when i often use to masturbate in earlt times, now i reduced it to 2weeks once or 1 week once but when i masturbate my body is suffering from weakness,sinus(severe sneezing,running nose)main problem…why is this happening to me…is there any cure for this in any dimension..help me out…m takin homeopathy medicines still get conrtolled jus for hours….not completly…

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Answer by bob c
stop wanking

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Question by curiousN: I used Zicam for cold symptoms, after the burning I cannot smell nor taste. Will this condition reverse?
This product is a nasal gel, I used when my sinuses were completely blocked. The package noted that it was a homeopathic product, that shortens the cold, I assumed it to be safe. Has anyone else experienced this and did you regain your sense of smell and taste and after how long did it take? I only used the product one time because it burned so badly. Someone assure me that this is not a permanent condition.

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Answer by wcanoodle
It has zinc in it which should help improve taste and smell unless maybe you have too much of it in your system. More likely the cold is dampening your sense of taste and smell, but ask a pharmacist if you are concerned about it.

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Question by chetan k: i feel head pain – heavy in head – sometimes – after work specially – sometimes lack of activeness – i feel ot
others more energetic than me – i feel sorry for myself – sometimes i feel ringing in my toes , legs – i feel nervousness while talking in a group – i am taking medicines of homeopathy – i did not want to quit smoking – instead of cigarettes – i smoke bidi – rarely i drink also – i have pain in my shoulder’s and neck pain – i go to ceragym also – from three months i am doing it – i need advice how i can look more energetic and of without any pain – please tell – thanks

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Answer by merillo5
The pain could be because you are working out improperly at the gym or overdoing it.Sometimes depression will also give you pains. Like subconsiously you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders & to much is going on in your life right now. Please seek a Dr.s advice with this.

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Question by GINKO: What Homeopathic remedies to use before and after M.M.R. vaccination on 13month old baby?
baby two month premature born 13 January corrected date March 13

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Answer by sunshine
Not really homeopathic, but are you breastfeeding? You can nurse through the shots and it usually helps the little guys out a lot.

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