Question 1

I'm a 32-year-old female with medium fair skin, and I've been wondering about sunlight exposure since I've been spending much more time indoors because of the pandemic. If I'm planning to take a walk outside to get some sunlight, when is the best time of day to do this, and when should I avoid it? Also, how much time should I spend in the sun each week or day, while wearing regular clothes, to make sure I'm getting enough Vitamin D?

Accepted Answer

For vitamin D production and minimizing skin damage, aim for short periods of sun exposure, specifically between 10am-4pm, with peak hours being 10am-11am and 3pm-4pm, and limit daily exposure to 10-15 minutes, 2-3 times a week, with regular clothes on, while avoiding prolonged exposure during peak hours, especially for fair skin,

Question 2

I'm curious about mixing certain foods and I'm wondering if it's okay to drink milk after eating onions. Are there any side effects I should be aware of from doing this?

Accepted Answer

Drinking milk after consuming onions is generally safe,

Question 3

I'm having a really tough time with this persistent cough and I've also been vomiting for the past four days. I'm pretty worried about this. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

use medicine

Question 4

I've been using our digital BP machine at home, and every time I check my husband's blood pressure, it's usually in the range of 140150 over 90100. I'm a bit concerned because he's only 30 years old. I typically measure it first thing in the morning ...

Accepted Answer

check it 3 time a day after food and if the bp still persists more than 140 consult your doctor

Question 5

Can I still play badminton while I'm on my period? My period is already late, and now Im dealing with some back and abdominal pain. Should I be worried about playing sports with these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can play it will not delay your periods but it might increase your back pain due to sternous activity

Question 6

I'm experiencing these weird full-body muscle vibrations, almost like internal waves, whenever I move. It's been going on for about 2.5 years now, and it happens in my neck, shoulders, arms, legspretty much everywhere. Whenever I bend down, I feel th...

Accepted Answer

Gout arthritis management:
 
 _Current situation:_
 
 1. High uric acid levels
 2. Recurring gout attacks (right knee, now left knee)
 3. Febuxostat (Febustat) 40mg daily provides relief
 
 _Concerns:_
 
 1. Dependence on medication for pain management
 2. Intermittent dosing (2 timesday) may not be optimal
 3. Potential kidney stone risk with high uric acid
 
 _Recommended adjustments:_
 
 1. Consult rheumatologist or primary care physician.
 2. Consider:
 - Increasing Febuxostat to 80mg daily (if tolerated).
 - Allopurinol (alternative uric acid reducer).
 - Probenecid (uricosuric agent).
 3. Lifestyle modifications:
 - Hydrate adequately (2-3 litersday).
 - Low-purine diet (limit organ meats, seafood).
 - Maintain healthy weight.
 - Exercise regularly.
 - Limit alcohol intake.
 
 _Additional considerations:_
 
 1. Colchicine for acute gout attacks.
 2. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain.
 3. Corticosteroids (oral or injected) for severe inflammation.
 
 _Monitoring:_
 
 1. Regular uric acid level checks.
 2. Kidney function tests.
 3. Liver function tests.

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