is it normal for your hand to go numb after playing video games Etc for awhile?

Question 1
is it normal for your hand to go numb after playing video games Etc for awhile?...  should i go to the doctors or not?
i play wow and maple story for 3-4 hours a day on the week day and 6-10 on the weekends is all i play i exercise daily and my mom has carpel tunnel so not sure what it is
a buzzing feeling

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1)   Nope. Could be CTS or tennis elbow or any number of other stress related issues. - Chaosman

2)   Check to see if someone is sitting on it. That'll do it! - Philip

3)   duh - ♥jєt'คi๓є :)

4)   well how long is awhile exactly? if its only like an hour..then yes go to the doctor if its like 5 hours then well i wouldn't blame your hand. no offense but you shouldn't probably play that long its bad for you. - I_love_you_139

5)   No. It's normal to me. That happened to me before but later I felt fine. - Smiley

6)   no its not normal - Diana

7)   No. I think you have to see a doctor. - Tumu A

8)   Yes, you should go to the doctor. You probably have carpal tunnel syndrome. It's caused by obesity and/or repetitive motions (I'm not saying you're obese, just mentioning that it can be a sole cause). - melcees

9)   Yes it's actually very normal just try to take breaks every 10-15 minutes and shake your hands til they aren't numb and keep on playing :] - DeAnna

10)   wazup its your boy peace out by the way thats me damion - Damion

11)   It only happens to me after playing guitar hero on a really fast song, but otherwise it shouldn't go numb. - Julie F

12)   Yes. - Akbar B

13)   OMG GO TO A DOCTOR RIGHT AWAY!!!!!!! YOU MIGHT CRAP IT UP>>>>>>>>> NUMBING IN YOUR HAND IS BBBBAAAADDDD - ahura999

14)   this is normal if you do not treat it. tight muscles are pinching off a nerve. hold your hand out palm faceing away from you pull your thumb back towards you and downwards at the same time. if you do it right you should releace the nerve and you will deffinately notice - stratacaster

15)   My fingers hurt after 5 minutes of playing a video game. If your hands go numb after playing a video game then don't play it. Now if your hands continue to go numb when doing other daily tasks then I would get it checked out.

By the way, did you know that excessive video game play has lead to seizures, insomnia, and divorces? - Krista

16)   sometimes - Edwina W

17)   It depends on how long you've played... Define numb, numb as in it has a buzzing sensation, or numb as in no feeling what so ever? What kind of game was it ,computer, xbox, game console? Alot of it factors on how you've played it. If you're playing a computer game, if your wrist is pressing hard against the surface, it could cut off some blood flow to your hand, thus making it "fall asleep", due to the lack of oxygen. If it's a console game, it could be that you're gripping too hard and, again, cutting off circulation to your fingers. - May

18)   Not normal no. what you have done is causes too much wear in your hand. stop playing this game . rest your hand . if after 2 weeks of not playing the game your hand is still numb or sore see a doctor.
you are in danger of causing a serious problem with your hand . people are not made to do things like holding the game thing for hours on end. the human body will not put up with too much repetitive motion . - bill l


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Question 2
fragrence allergy???...  theres a possiblity i have a frangrence allergy, however i dont often use fragranced items, however i do have purfumes in my room, is it possible im reacting to them even though i dont use them often???
no i dont sneeze, i get dermatitis

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1)   Yupp its very possible. Its the same with me! :) - ~Ryuusuke

2)   Yes, especially cheap perfume can give you a headache. - Katlady

3)   I do not know if it is actually an allergy to perfumes. Perfumes can be an irritant, but the only way you would probably be allergic to the perfume is if you put it on your skin and your skin began to itch. I know there are some fragrances that I find really offensive to my nose and some that give me headaches. - ironchain15

4)   The only way you can find out is to be tested by an allergist (M.D.). My daughter is allergic to celery. Weird! It's surprising how many food products contain celery. - Adopted by Madonna

5)   Do you sneeze? If so, then it's probably just a strong smell cuz weneva i smell perfume its usually 2 strong but that -~-might-~- not be the case 4 u. - Luv Cats

6)   Allergies are basically determined by a kinda complex process....what exactly does happen to you what doesn't normally happens when this fragrence is near you? huh?

Like if you choke or irritate in any way....then yes it's possible....otherwise "uneasiness" towards smells is an instinct....not an allergy,... : ) - Raptor Riggz

7)   Hello, I'm a doctor. Use clarinex. I think that you want to get more info about it. Please go to ----> http://doctors14.notlong.com/7AA1UJ5 - Barbares

8)   Yes perfumes can cause you to breakout,rashes,blotches ect. The point is it you can be allergic that doesn't mean the perfume is cheap it just means your skin is sensitive.One time my aunt gave me a packet of perfumes they smelt so good so me and friend put them on and 1 minute later our skin was red and itchy it was horrible so I say you go and either throw that perfume away or give it to some one who doest have such sensitive skin! - Caitlin


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Question 3
I've been holding my POOP in for like 3 days and i feel so bad. What should i do?...  My friend's going to give me 100 bucks if i hold in my S**T for 5 days but i feel so freakin bad. What could happen if i don't S**T it out? Could i die? Do you think i can last another 2 days? Do you think Clay Aiken is gay? Please let me know!!!!

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1)   wazup its damion peace out - Damion

2)   go take a dump how is your friend gonna know. it can't be good to hold it in.it will prob hurt u! and yes he is gay - mstaken2007

3)   Uhm, why don't you just go do your business and...not tell him?
I mean, he's not like standing by the toilet 24/7, is he?
And if he is...get a new friend. - TheColorPurple <3

4)   can you just poop and not tell your friend? if not id say 100 is worth it :] dont eat anything healthy! and yes clay aiken is gay.... since he came out publically a long time ago. - a

5)   if you hold it in you can make your colon septic and are lible to get an infection that can lead to serious complications or even death if untreated. poop man, a bet is not worth your health - stratacaster

6)   sounds like its time to drop a dukie... pop a squat... take a twosie... take the browns to the superbowl (etc) - wants to be anon


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Question 4
Recovering from cold, have a headache and my neck hurts. Should I be concerned?...  About 2 weeks ago I came down with a cold or sinus infection (the doctor said it was allergies, but my whole family apparently has them now too along with about 3 people at school). I'm starting to get better (Never had a fever, my first symptom was a sore throat, but it didn't look red, swollen, or have white spots.) Then it went into cold symptoms, and I still have a lot of nasal mucus and its a lime green color. *I know, gross*. I've been doing fine till now, my neck hurts (not sever, but enough to notice). And I have a slight headache. They'll probably be gone by tomorrow, but I wanted to make sure its nothing serious. I did that little "head to chest" test with no issues. I'm thinking of just taking some tylenol and seeing how I feel tomorrow. What do you guys think?
*Hey, thanks for the feed back already. My necks already starting to feel better, along with my headache. I think I'm just tired and pulled a muscle. Although, if I do get any worse or if this continues, I'll go straight to the doctor. Once again, thanks. It can be reassuring to get other peoples opinions.*

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1)   I am feeling the same way. I was thinking that I probably have a cold/flu, and the sore neck is just the body ache part of the flu. I am going to wait a day or two, if I get worse or get a fever I will go to the dr. I suggest the same for you. - ScoprioMommy

2)   Don't worry about it. I was sick not long ago with the same symptoms as yours, actually. My neck and head still felt sore for a little while after but it went away. :) - melcees

3)   Id try waiting a few days if it don't get better go to the doctors - breezey

4)   this could be something serious. if your not feeling much better in 2 days see a doctor again about this. if your head feels worse or your neck gets more stiff or you find yourself having troubles with things like walking or fine motor skills like writing then go to the ER. - bill l

5)   It sounds like a sinus infection, which has a chance of progressing to more severe illnesses. It might be wise to see a doctor.

http://www.emedicinehealth.com/sinus_infection/page4_em.htm - Adopted by Madonna


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Question 5
need help with acne...i'm 26, never had acne until last year. suffering for almost a year now!?...  about this time i got off birth control and began an anti depressant. i'm not on any medication right now. don't know if these meds messed me up or what but now i have moderate acne and my face is NEVER clear. anyone have any good ways that have worked for you? i've tried several things...next up is a doctor's appointment. thanks! please, no annoying comments!

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1)   use this: cetaphil
its lyk the BEST acne cleanser EVER.
it dusnt matter wat age u are, the acne wil clear up in bout 2 days, 5 days max.
u can find this at any store, lyk walmart, CVS, walgreens, WHEREVR!!
ur welcome!! ;) - MJ LUVA<3 :)

2)   The birth control was probably regulating your hormones and so your skin was clear. - Amy P

3)   Exactly the same thing happened to me.

I went to the dermotologist. She gave me "Differn" - it is the BEST. I have been using it for 6 months now, and it is really clearing up, almost gone. I think you can only get Differn on prescription so ask your doc in case they can give it to you?

TO read about differn http://www.medsafe.govt.nz/Profs/DataSheet/d/Differingel.htm or just google it and you will see that it has worked for other peoples acne!!!

Alternatively, my friend uses http://www.thepharmacy.co.nz/thepharmacy/crystcide/index.html she said it is working for her. TO read more about it check this out http://www.acne-remedy.org/articleitem.php?articleid=177 - Ness

4)   i have been one of those people who desperately try to buy everything and try it at least once. of all the things ive tried, the quickest and most productive thing is to take a really hot wet rag and scrub. if it is painful, skip over that acne then later, after scrubbing whole face, make small soft circular motions of painful areas. dont scrub hard all over, just make sure you've rubbed away any dirt oil, and makeup. the woorst things for me have been face washes; they just dry my skin, causing flakes, and make acne worse. i used to wear a lot of makeup cuz i was self conscious, but now, i barelly wear any! i feel and look so much better. remember: hot water, rag, light scrub, soft circles. its worked so well for me. - trent_music_rock


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