OMG! Please help! I think I have a small piece of wood UNDER the skin of my hand!!?

Question 1
OMG! Please help! I think I have a small piece of wood UNDER the skin of my hand!!?...  I was cleaning my wooden staircase railings, and as I ran my hand up the staircase with the wipe, A piece of wood got in my hand. It was very thin and small. I took it out, but then I had a throbbing in the spot of where it got in my hand. So, I looked at it and it looked like a splinter was inside the skin of my hand. I don't know if its a splinter or a cut (there is no bleeding) in the spot of my hand. I was scared, so I got tweezers and tried to get it out (Im not sure if I have it in my hand now) and I was picking at it, and I got a very, very, VERY thin piece of something white out. It wasn't my skin, it was kind of hard. It wasn't the color of wood though. It was white. I kept picking at the spot and now my hand is red and it kind of hurts. I don't see any wood in it, but I see a redness mark. It feels like there is a splinter beneath my skin of my hand. Or is that just the pain from picking at it?
and when I run my finger along the spot the splinter went in my hand, theres a bump on the spot. What is this?

Answers
1)   rub some dirt on it - Ferd

2)   Get a pair of tweezers and remove it. - VeganAlexa

3)   Leave it until the redness clears and you'll be able to see or feel if there's still a splinter inside. It sounds like you already got the worst of it out though. - Sarah

4)   OMG by the tone of your post I thought you had a 2x4 in your hand! You had a splinter. it sounds like you got it out. Soak your hand in warm epsom salts and if there is any splinter left, you will know it in a couple of days. - horsinround2do

5)   probably just soreness and redness from all the picking you did. If it doesn't calm down in a day then go to the doctor as it may be infected. - essentiallysolo

6)   let your hand rinse with hot water with antibacterial soap( as hot as you can resist ) and then like in 5 min take it out and then try to see if anything comes out . hot water and soap mekes whatever you have in come out easily....good luck - dc

7)   You probably got it out but just to be safe use some kind of antiseptic on it (rubbing alcohol or bactine will work). It will sting a little, it'll keep it from getting infected. - Kevin


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Question 2
help with possible asthma please!!?...  i might have a asthma. i get really sick when i am exposed to cold weather or air. sometimes i can't even step outside without coughing so bad that i throw up. i been to the lung doctor and for now he has put me on a reflux med. i can't even eat ice cream or yogurt without coughing real bad and getting sick. i love ice cream so much. i have had this since november and it has been hell. almost every day i cough so bad that throw up. my question is how can i eat ice cream and yogurt without couhging so bad that i throw up?

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1)   WTF ONLY LOSERZ HAVE ASTHMA HAHAHAH - Jleezy

2)   That is not asthma. I have asthma and that's not what you're describing. It sounds to me like yopu have a bad chest infection to be honest with you. I would get some proper medication from a NEW doctor... - Shaun L

3)   Well, usually coldness helps asthma. Also, if you have a asthma attack you may cough super bad but very rarely bad enough to throw up. I have had asthma my whole life and this sounds nothing like it. I could eat anything cold fine. I don't know what you have, but I don't think it's asthma. - adam

4)   You should use singulair, it is the best about it you can get information from here http://webmd84.notlong.com/AAWgSMz - Fredricka


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Question 3
Which of the following are true about sexually transmitted diseases?...  Check all that apply.

A. Most STDs are passed on genetically.
B. All STDs have known cures or vaccines.
C. Many people don't know they are infected because they have no symptoms.
D. As many as 65 million people in the United States have at least one STD.

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1)   C - Miss c.i

2)   C... possibly B but the number sounds pretty high - Michelle

3)   stds are not passed on gentically ...if you dad had one...and checked...not gonna pass it onto you through his genes...most have cures yes (: C is correct and D idk research it - ViCkY VeNoM

4)   Hello, I'm a doctor. Use cialis. I think that you want to get more info about it. Please go to ----> http://webmd81.notlong.com/AACduC5 - Fredricka


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Question 4
Help ..im having a excema NIGHTMARE!?...  I am in desperate need of any advice i can get on this matter, before i continue.. i have got a appointment at dermotology in hospital tomorrow, but i would love to hear other peoples opinions too.
I have got extreme excema alkl over my face and body. it is seeping out a see through orange/yellow water like residue that dries and goes completely solid, causing me to not be able to move my face or anywhere where it is...i there for cant eat or sleep! im at my wits end.. i have been tested for impetigo but i havent got that. i have taken endless amounts of steroid creams, moisturising creams, natural remedies and antibiotics and nothing...NOTHING is working, infact everything i do is making it worse...PLEASE HELP! i have heard things like light therapy is supposed to be good! please help, any suggestions or from other peoples experience who have been through what i am going through would be greatly greatly appreciated!

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1)   That sounds horrible for you i hope it gets sorted soon so you feel better-heres some information that might help !

Eczema, also known as dermatitis, describes a group of skin conditions where the skin is irritated or inflamed. There are many different types of eczema - the most common is atopic eczema (also called endogenous eczema).

About eczemaSymptoms of eczemaCauses of eczemaDiagnosis of eczemaTreatment of eczemaLiving with eczemaQuestions and answersRelated topicsFurther informationSourcesAbout eczema
Up to one in five children get atopic eczema in the UK, but most grow out of it by their teens. About one in 10 adults suffer from atopic eczema.

There are various types of eczema, with slightly different causes and symptoms. This factsheet will focus on atopic eczema but the other types are also described.

Atopic eczema
Atopic eczema is usually inherited and affects parts of the body where the skin creases, such as the backs of the knees and the front of the elbows, as well as the chest, face and neck.

Allergic contact eczema
Allergic contact eczema develops when substances cause an allergic reaction. The rash usually starts at the site of contact with the substance, but can spread to other areas.

Irritant contact eczema
Irritant contact eczema is similar to allergic contact eczema and is caused by frequent contact with everyday substances such as detergents or cleaning products.

Seborrhoeic eczema
Seborrhoeic eczema is caused by Malassezia yeast, which normally lives on the skin, although the exact mechanism is unknown. The greasy rash usually starts on the scalp as mild dandruff (sometimes called cradle cap in babies). The dandruff can get worse, causing redness and irritation on other areas of the body. Seborrhoeic eczema is common in babies under one, although about one in 20 adults aged from 18 to 40 also have it. It's less common in old age.

Varicose eczema
Varicose eczema is found in older people. It occurs on the lower legs and is associated with poor circulation and high blood pressure.

Discoid eczema
Discoid eczema can occur in adults at any age, but is more common in later life. It's often caused by dry skin becoming infected. It appears as disc-shaped patches of red, dry and itchy skin on any part of the body, particularly the lower legs.

Symptoms of eczema
The symptoms of eczema vary depending on the type and severity. Symptoms of atopic eczema can include:

red, inflamed skin
dry, cracked skin
itchy skin
small water blisters on the skin, particularly on the hands and feet - or the skin can become wet and weepy if it's infected
thickened areas of skin (lichenification) in places that are scratched frequently
Scratching the affected area damages the skin, causing it to bleed which can lead to infection.

Causes of eczema
You can't catch eczema. It doesn't spread from one person to another.

The exact cause of atopic eczema isn't fully understood at present. However, you can have a genetic, or inherited, tendency to develop the condition. Atopy means a family tendency to develop a variety of allergic conditions, including asthma, hay fever and eczema.

Sometimes, the symptoms 'flare up' for no obvious reason. But you may notice certain triggers that set off your, or your child's, eczema including:

chemicals, detergents, soap or shampoo
irritants such as pollen, house-dust mites, moulds or pet dander (tiny flakes of skin)
being "run down", for example if you're unwell
changes in hormone levels - the menstrual cycle and pregnancy can make eczema worse
stress
high or low temperature or humidity - this leads to seasonal variation in eczema severity but sweating can also make eczema worse
rough or irritable fibres, such as wool
Diagnosis of eczema
Your GP will ask about your symptoms and examine you. He or she may also ask you about your medical history. He or she may rub a sterile cotton bud on the skin to check for infections.

You will normally be treated by your GP but he or she may refer you to a dermatologist, a doctor specialising in skin conditions.

Treatment of eczema
As atopic eczema can't be cured, treatments aim to control the symptoms.

Medicines
There are a number of treatments available from your GP or from pharmacies to treat eczema. Always ask your doctor for advice and read the patient information leaflet that comes with your medicine.

Emollients
Emollients are moisturisers which soothe and add water to (hydrate) the skin. They reduce dryness and the frequency of flare-ups. Emollients are the most common treatment and should be used every day even if you don't have eczema symptoms. Examples include aqueous cream and emulsifying ointment. You can apply emollients directly to your skin as lotions, oils or washes. You may have to try different emollients before you find the best one for you.

Mild steroid creams
Mild steroids, such as hydrocortisone (eg Dioderm and Efcortelan), can calm fl - Jenifer

2)   Consuming the correct food is vital for your health. You can try supplementing your diet with acai berry, it's not solely a widely tested and acknowledged weight loss product, it's a superfood too. There's a risk free trial available at http://cineth.bestfatfree.info I've been taking it for three weeks now and it is definitely having an effect!! - Teresa

3)   My son had it for a while. What I did was reduce his milk in take. I started to give soy milk instead of regular milk and cut regular milk out of his diet. (A naighbor told me that worked for her son when the doctors couldnt find anything to help cure it).
I also had him take really fast showers since the water made it worse. Specially hot water.
Right After I would add the steroid cream and Aveno lotion.
His would also discharge the liquid you described and sometimes bleed. Untill we got it under control and then he outgrew it. - Waldina T


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Question 5
Is this a sign of hiv?...  I had sex in 2005 in November. I took an hiv test in March 2006 four months later. It came back negative. Since then I have been having shortness of breath and sudden bouts of feeling sick after the shortness of breath. No weight loss,no fevers or night sweats. My body is always hot. I was bitten by a tick the same year and was given doxycycline for two weeks, but I still feel really bad. Can someone help me with a possible answer?

Answers
1)   If you have issues with weight do what I did - try acai berry. If you need to lose weight its superfood qualities help a lot - but those same qualities also help those who are trying to bulk up. Brilliant! There is a free trial happening right now at http://fanerd.dietforums.info , why not check it out, what's the worst that could happen? - Jaylin

2)   There could be a million things that this could be....even you just stressing about it. You should go to your general doc and get a full workup. They will do blood work for everything but make sure to request the std tests because often they are costly and not a general part of procedure. Personally it sounds like anxiety to me. If you have been stressed out lately good chance that could be what your feeling but I am not a diagnostic speacialist so be sure to visit the doc to be sure.
Good Luck- - Miss c.i


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