What could these be symptoms of diabetes or ms?
Q. *buzzing sensation feels like its under skin on left shoulder
*Muscle twitching
*blurred vision in right eye
*left eye twitching for about three weeks
*back pain and having to crack for release
*skin feeling tender to touch maybe like its sunburnt - moving to various places, no visible rash
i went to the drop in centre and a nurse said the skin thing sounds neurological? She told me to see the doctor, however he is on holiday.
What could this be?
So any ideas?
*Muscle twitching
*blurred vision in right eye
*left eye twitching for about three weeks
*back pain and having to crack for release
*skin feeling tender to touch maybe like its sunburnt - moving to various places, no visible rash
i went to the drop in centre and a nurse said the skin thing sounds neurological? She told me to see the doctor, however he is on holiday.
What could this be?
So any ideas?
A. This could be from many causes but eye twitching is a classic magnesium deficiency sign.
Only 1% of magnesium in the body is actually found in blood, and only .3% is found in blood serum, so clinical blood serum testing may not successfully identify magnesium deficiency.
If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you may be at risk for low magnesium intake.
1. Do you drink carbonated beverages on a regular basis?
2. Do you regularly eat pastries, cakes, desserts, candies or other sweet foods?
3. Do you experience a lot of stress in your life, or have you recently had a major medical procedure such as surgery?
4. Do you drink coffee, tea, or other caffeinated drinks daily?
5. Do you take a diuretic, heart medication, asthma medication, birth control pills or estrogen replacement therapy?
6. Do you drink more than seven alcoholic beverages per week?
7. Do you take calcium supplements without magnesium or calcium supplements with magnesium in less than a 1:1 ratio?
8. Do you experience any of the following:
Anxiety?
Times of hyperactivity?
Difficulty getting to sleep?
Difficulty staying asleep?
9. Do you experience any of the following:
Painful muscle spasms?
Muscle cramping?
Fibromyalgia?
Facial tics?
Eye twitches, or involuntary eye movements?
Neuromuscular symptoms such as these are among the classic signs of a potential magnesium deficit. Without magnesium, our muscles would be in a constant state of contraction.
10. Did you answer yes to any of the above questions and are also age 55 or older?
http://www.ancient-minerals.com/magnesium-deficiency/need-more/
Only 1% of magnesium in the body is actually found in blood, and only .3% is found in blood serum, so clinical blood serum testing may not successfully identify magnesium deficiency.
If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you may be at risk for low magnesium intake.
1. Do you drink carbonated beverages on a regular basis?
2. Do you regularly eat pastries, cakes, desserts, candies or other sweet foods?
3. Do you experience a lot of stress in your life, or have you recently had a major medical procedure such as surgery?
4. Do you drink coffee, tea, or other caffeinated drinks daily?
5. Do you take a diuretic, heart medication, asthma medication, birth control pills or estrogen replacement therapy?
6. Do you drink more than seven alcoholic beverages per week?
7. Do you take calcium supplements without magnesium or calcium supplements with magnesium in less than a 1:1 ratio?
8. Do you experience any of the following:
Anxiety?
Times of hyperactivity?
Difficulty getting to sleep?
Difficulty staying asleep?
9. Do you experience any of the following:
Painful muscle spasms?
Muscle cramping?
Fibromyalgia?
Facial tics?
Eye twitches, or involuntary eye movements?
Neuromuscular symptoms such as these are among the classic signs of a potential magnesium deficit. Without magnesium, our muscles would be in a constant state of contraction.
10. Did you answer yes to any of the above questions and are also age 55 or older?
http://www.ancient-minerals.com/magnesium-deficiency/need-more/
What is your opinion on laser eye surgery to correct nearsightedness?
Q. I've done my homework on the subject and am going in for a consultation visit, however I'm just curious about others' opinions on the idea and if it worked for you? More importantly, if it didn't work for you?
I've worn glasses for 20 years and I'm ready for the change.
I've worn glasses for 20 years and I'm ready for the change.
A. Whether or not you should get Lasik is a very complicated question. I've been sitting on the fence for 5 years now, and still haven't decided. I posted all my research on a blog including the post below which talks about whether people should or shouldn't try Lasik:
http://www.wika-lasik.com/2007/08/when-is-lasik-n.html
When is LASIK not for me?
You are probably NOT a good candidate for refractive surgery if:
You are not a risk taker. Certain complications are unavoidable in a percentage of patients, and there are no long-term data available for current procedures.
It will jeopardize your career. Some jobs prohibit certain refractive procedures. Be sure to check with your employer/professional society/military service before undergoing any procedure.
Cost is an issue. Most medical insurance will not pay for refractive surgery. Although the cost is coming down, it is still significant.
You required a change in your contact lens or glasses prescription in the past year. This is called refractive instability.
In their early 20s or younger,
Whose hormones are fluctuating due to disease such as diabetes,
Who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medications that may cause fluctuations in vision, are more likely to have refractive instability and should discuss the possible additional risks with their doctor.
You have a disease or are on medications that may affect wound healing. Certain conditions, such as autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis), immunodeficiency states (e.g., HIV) and diabetes, and some medications (e.g., retinoic acid and steroids) may prevent proper healing after a refractive procedure.
You actively participate in contact sports. You participate in boxing, wrestling, martial arts or other activities in which blows to the face and eyes are a normal occurrence.
You are not an adult. Currently, no lasers are approved for LASIK on persons under the age of 18.
Precautions
The safety and effectiveness of refractive procedures has not been determined in patients with some diseases. Discuss with your doctor if you have a history of any of the following:
Herpes simplex or Herpes zoster (shingles) involving the eye area.
Glaucoma, glaucoma suspect, or ocular hypertension.
Eye diseases, such as uveitis/iritis (inflammations of the eye)
Eye injuries or previous eye surgeries.
Keratoconus
Your doctor should screen you for the following conditions or indicators of risk:
Blepharitis. Inflammation of the eyelids with crusting of the eyelashes, that may increase the risk of infection or inflammation of the cornea after LASIK.
Large pupils. Make sure this evaluation is done in a dark room. Younger patients and patients on certain medications may be prone to having large pupils under dim lighting conditions. This can cause symptoms such as glare, halos, starbursts, and ghost images (double vision) after surgery. In some patients these symptoms may be debilitating. For example, a patient may no longer be able to drive a car at night or in certain weather conditions, such as fog.
Thin Corneas. The cornea is the thin clear covering of the eye that is over the iris, the colored part of the eye. Most refractive procedures change the eye�s focusing power by reshaping the cornea (for example, by removing tissue). Performing a refractive procedure on a cornea that is too thin may result in blinding complications.
Previous refractive surgery (e.g., RK, PRK, LASIK). Additional refractive surgery may not be recommended. The decision to have additional refractive surgery must be made in consultation with your doctor after careful consideration of your unique situation.
Dry Eyes. LASIK surgery tends to aggravate this condition.
http://www.wika-lasik.com/2007/08/when-is-lasik-n.html
When is LASIK not for me?
You are probably NOT a good candidate for refractive surgery if:
You are not a risk taker. Certain complications are unavoidable in a percentage of patients, and there are no long-term data available for current procedures.
It will jeopardize your career. Some jobs prohibit certain refractive procedures. Be sure to check with your employer/professional society/military service before undergoing any procedure.
Cost is an issue. Most medical insurance will not pay for refractive surgery. Although the cost is coming down, it is still significant.
You required a change in your contact lens or glasses prescription in the past year. This is called refractive instability.
In their early 20s or younger,
Whose hormones are fluctuating due to disease such as diabetes,
Who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medications that may cause fluctuations in vision, are more likely to have refractive instability and should discuss the possible additional risks with their doctor.
You have a disease or are on medications that may affect wound healing. Certain conditions, such as autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis), immunodeficiency states (e.g., HIV) and diabetes, and some medications (e.g., retinoic acid and steroids) may prevent proper healing after a refractive procedure.
You actively participate in contact sports. You participate in boxing, wrestling, martial arts or other activities in which blows to the face and eyes are a normal occurrence.
You are not an adult. Currently, no lasers are approved for LASIK on persons under the age of 18.
Precautions
The safety and effectiveness of refractive procedures has not been determined in patients with some diseases. Discuss with your doctor if you have a history of any of the following:
Herpes simplex or Herpes zoster (shingles) involving the eye area.
Glaucoma, glaucoma suspect, or ocular hypertension.
Eye diseases, such as uveitis/iritis (inflammations of the eye)
Eye injuries or previous eye surgeries.
Keratoconus
Your doctor should screen you for the following conditions or indicators of risk:
Blepharitis. Inflammation of the eyelids with crusting of the eyelashes, that may increase the risk of infection or inflammation of the cornea after LASIK.
Large pupils. Make sure this evaluation is done in a dark room. Younger patients and patients on certain medications may be prone to having large pupils under dim lighting conditions. This can cause symptoms such as glare, halos, starbursts, and ghost images (double vision) after surgery. In some patients these symptoms may be debilitating. For example, a patient may no longer be able to drive a car at night or in certain weather conditions, such as fog.
Thin Corneas. The cornea is the thin clear covering of the eye that is over the iris, the colored part of the eye. Most refractive procedures change the eye�s focusing power by reshaping the cornea (for example, by removing tissue). Performing a refractive procedure on a cornea that is too thin may result in blinding complications.
Previous refractive surgery (e.g., RK, PRK, LASIK). Additional refractive surgery may not be recommended. The decision to have additional refractive surgery must be made in consultation with your doctor after careful consideration of your unique situation.
Dry Eyes. LASIK surgery tends to aggravate this condition.
I have Diabetes 2, good control with pills so far and a good diet. Can floaters in my eyes, frequent gum probl?
Q. I just developed floaters in my eyes, my feet on occassion swell with red spots on the tops, my teeth are a constant problem with gum disease. All symptoms are gradually increasing! My doctors are just watching and I take pills. Opinion?
A. Gum problems are usual in a diabetic. That's why it is important to take good care of them.
About the floaters in your eyes you should consult an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) to see what's the best treatment for you ( if you need surgery or not).
Your swelling feet might be a sign of kidney damage that usually happen when diabetic.
About the floaters in your eyes you should consult an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) to see what's the best treatment for you ( if you need surgery or not).
Your swelling feet might be a sign of kidney damage that usually happen when diabetic.
What can I do to receive financial help for a surgery if I have no insurance?
Q. My aunt has diabetes and congestive heart failure. She needs to have an angiogram and some other work in her heart immediately to keep her alive; also, she needs to have some laser surgery on her eye to keep her from going blind. They have very little insurance. Her insurance covers only doctor office visits. His insurance is different but only a little better. The angiogram is going to cost between 2,000 and 4,000 dollars and the second heart surgery will be about $60,000. They may be able to pay for the first one, but that will drain the savings. After that, they will have all of the eye stuff to pay for.
She is no longer able to work, so they are living only on his income. She had to quit her job because her diabetes was out of control (when she quit she had not yet been diagnosed). I was wondering if anyone knew what we could do to begin getting some assisstance. Any help would be appreciated.
She is no longer able to work, so they are living only on his income. She had to quit her job because her diabetes was out of control (when she quit she had not yet been diagnosed). I was wondering if anyone knew what we could do to begin getting some assisstance. Any help would be appreciated.
A. Is she in the US? Has she been disabled for 2 years? Has she applied for Social Security benefits? If the answer to these 3 questions is yes, she would be eligible for Medicare which would help her. Otherwise, I would talk to the doctors office and the finance office at the hospital to see what assistance might be available to her.
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