Ask the Doctor

Viagra for women

2015-05-10T06:38:00.004-07:00

What are side effects of Viagra in women?

Compared to men, women tend to experience more headaches when taking Viagra. Other reported side effects of Viagra in women include facial flushing and stomach upset. While there is no absolute reason why a woman cannot take Viagra, it is important to discuss the issue with the doctor. Using Viagra to boost libido is a great option for women who want to enhance their sex lives, especially if they are taking anti-depressant medications.

Acupuncture for allergies

2015-05-10T06:38:00.000-07:00

I am a 28 year old female with long history of allergies. I have been told that acupuncture can help cure this agonizing problem. Any thoughts?
To put things into perspective; acupuncture is a traditional Chinese art which is still looking for a disorder it can cure. There are many types of healthcare professionals who offer acupuncture to treat almost everything under the sun. In the majority of cases, acupuncture is SCAM. It does jack shit. Acupuncture may provide mild pain relief but asides from that, everything else is wishful thinking.

Allergies occur when the body reacts intensely to a foreign item, which may be food, pollen, dust, mites or smoke. An allergy involves the immune system, skin and the airways. When the allergen comes into contact with the immune system, there is a cascade of event that take place and most of this communication involves an interaction between various cells and organs of your body. No amount of needle sticks into your body from the outside can affect these tiny cells and their reactions. How is needle placement in your ears or face going to treat or prevent your allergies?

If you have any common sense, you should avoid going to people who know very little about the disease. People who do acupuncture are not doctors- most go to some crap 3 month college program and then start tinkling around with needles. So save your money; go and see a bona fide doctor who specializes in allergies. Unfortunately, many of these so called allergy doctors go to the other extreme and start performing unnecessary tests and want to give you shots which do jack shit.

Acanya for my acne

2015-05-10T06:35:00.001-07:00

I have terrible acne and my doctor gave me a script for Acanya. Is this good for my skin disorder?
Acanya is a medication that is a combination of an antibiotic (clindamycin) and benzyl peroxide. Also known as Duac or Benzalin, it is one of the most common topical ointments for the treatment of acne. When applied to acne, the antibiotic is supposed to stop growth of acne causing bacteria. The benzyl peroxide helps reduce oil production and keeps the pores open. Unfortunately, this is not a great combo for acne. Less than 1% of people with acne see any difference in their skin after using the drug. Only the very mild forms of acne respond to this drug. If you have mild acne, then you should not be mucking around with drugs in the first place. In my experience, throw the script away- it is a waste of money. Acanya is for foolish and gullible people with acne, who are too dumb to visit a skin doctor.

Chiropractic treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome

2015-05-10T06:34:00.000-07:00

Can a chiropractor help with my Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
The initial symptoms of CTS may be tingling and pain in the middle three fingers. This may then progress to severe pain at night and later leads to inability to hold objects. Over time, the hand practically becomes disabled. There are numerous ways to treat carpal tunnel syndrome including surgery. However, initial treatment of this syndrome is always conservative and may range from wearing of splint, physical therapy and rest. While chiropractic manipulation may help with neck and back problems, I doubt if this technique is useful for carpal tunnel. Physical therapy appears to be the most effective treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome when it is combined with heat and ice. Wear a splint at night and physical therapy in the morning. I am not even sure what chiropractors do except charge patients a lot of money for some B.S joint manipulation—they are not real doctors anyway. The next group of doctors you should avoid are the ones who do surgery for CTS-the overall results are awful.

removing hair with a laser

2015-05-10T06:32:00.000-07:00

Do lasers work for unwanted hair growth?
Removing unwanted hair is a challenge and there is no ideal treatment. There are many types of lasers and intense pulse light treatments that are hyped up to removed hair. The reality is that most do not work or only work for 6 months. Moreover, you will also feel a lot of pain during the procedure. And finally the treatments are expensive.
In the end, it all boils down to personal choices. The first thing all consumers should understand is that cosmesis is big business. So never believe anything a cosmetician, physician or nurse tells you about lasers. These treatments do not remove hair permanently- you will get some growth afterwards. When it comes to money, everyone tends to lie a little (some more than others).
If you are seeking treatment for unwanted hair, the choices are either hair free for 3-6 months and out of a lot of money or you can opt for something a lot cheaper like a razor or waxing and need to repeat the treatments every few weeks.

Butt lift options

2013-11-16T05:54:00.002-08:00

What are options for a butt lift if I do not have the money for surgery?

If you do not have the money for a butt lift, then there are some prosthetic devices you can wear in you panties or around the hips that will reveal a voluptuous buttock. Of course, you cannot wear a bikini with it and you cannot brag about this secret to your friends. Moreover, if you bring your guy home, then you will have to quickly turn off the lights, remove the prosthesis and make sure that he does not see your behind. The cost of these prosthesis range from $30-$100 and come in many shapes and sizes. An other great option is Prozac-it will relax you and hopefully make you love yourself as you are.

Unattractive butt

2013-11-16T05:51:00.002-08:00

I fret about my flat butt all the time. I do have the money but am not sure about the surgery. Should I go for it?

All plastic surgery is elective and one should never be rushed. Many women seem to find imperfections in their body, even though they look just fine. If you have been fretting over your butt, then the best advice is not to undergo surgery yet. Instead go and see a mental health professional and perhaps Prozac will do the trick. Prozac is cheaper and safer than any surgery. For every one female who had had a good result after butt surgery, there are many more who have had dreadful results.

Remember, there are many bad surgeons who are in the business only for the money. If you decide to undergo surgery, speak to a patient for a referral. And even when you do decide on the right surgeon, go for a holiday and give it a second thought. Many women end up with permanent complications by undergoing unnecessary surgeries.

Transmitting herpes

2013-11-16T05:47:00.001-08:00

Can I transmit herpes even if I have no symptoms?

You sure can.
Despite what everyone thinks, not all herpes infections are associated with symptoms. A significant number of individuals have no symptoms at all and never even know they have a herpetic infection. Despite the fact these individuals have no signs or symptoms of an infection; they all have the capability of transmitting the infection to their partners. Most people who acquire genital herpes get it from a partner who has no symptoms. It is doubtful if anyone sane would have any type of a sexual activity with a partner in the presence of full-blown herpes infection. In fact, in the presence of an active infection, the affected individual will not have the desire to have sex with anyone.

how painful are herpetic lesions

2013-11-16T05:45:00.000-08:00

I think I may have acquired genital herpes. Will the lesions become painful?

No one ever forgets an acute genital herpetic outbreak. The sores are tender to touch and even urination is painful. In those who are liberal in their sex life and acquire an anal infection, the feeling is like a hot-burning needle around the rectal area- in fact quite painful and pooping is almost impossible. Any thoughts of eroticism and sexual intercourse are always absent because of the pain.

For men, blisters occur at the tip of the penis and cause difficulty with urination and even wearing tight undergarments can be very uncomfortable. Of course, men have the same degree of pain as women.

herpes after sex

2013-11-16T05:44:00.001-08:00

How soon do herpes lesions appear after sex?

Herpes simplex has a fairly standard presentation. Those who become symptomatic from the infection never forget the episode and dread the beast. The symptoms usually arise 2-3 days after acquiring the infection following sexual activity. Most individuals will have an odd feeling, burning, tingling, pain or an odd ache in the genital area. A few days later, painful blisters will become prominent around the penis or vagina. The number of blisters is variable but most individuals develop at least a couple. The pain is sharp and burning in nature. Many an individual has required admission to the hospital for pain control from a herpetic genital infection.

Genital herpes

2013-11-16T05:41:00.004-08:00

How long does a genital herpes infection last?

Almost all genital blisters turn into open ulcers after a few days. The soreness does diminish a little but the general ill health continues for 5-14 days. After about 7-10 days, the ulcers dry up, become crusted and fall off. The entire episode can last 7-12 days. After the initial infection, the virus disappears and goes into a latent stage and may never again cause an infection (if you are lucky).

However, mind you the herpes virus never ever leaves the body and hides inside nerves. When the right opportunity presents, it again reactivates- albeit the pain is a little less this time.

Lasers and pain

2013-11-16T04:33:00.004-08:00

I am thinking of going laser to rejuvenate my skin. Is this a painful procedure?

All lasers cause pain. However, the lighter strength lasers only sting for a second. Doctors do numb the skin so that you do not feel the pain. There are also some lasers with come with a cooling tip. If the laser does not hurt, it means it will do jack shit for you. The superficial mild lasers which do not hurt are worthless and are used to scam patients for thousands of dollars.

Lasers for antiaging!!!!

2013-11-16T04:32:00.002-08:00

Do lasers have an anti-aging benefit?

Have you been drinking or are you completely stupid? Nothing can reverse aging. There is no laser that can reverse aging and if your doctor says that, he is a F…ing liar. Lasers in some cases may smoothen the skin texture but this is only a temporary benefit. All the pictures of celebs you see on the internet are airbrushed and glossed over. They all look old -once the makeup and mascara has come off. Lasers will resurface the skin and make the texture soft, but this is only a transient thing. Lasers are also prohibitively expensive and more often than not, people who undergo laser to look young, often come out with worse skin as a result of the complications.

Passing a herpes sore

2013-11-16T04:30:00.000-08:00

If I have a herpes sore on my lips, is there anything I can take to prevent it from transferring to my girlfriend?

No, there is nothing you take but you sure can abstain from sex for a few days. When you have an active herpetic lesion, the chances of transmission are very high. Your girlfriend will not be happy if you give her this “great” present. There are anti-herpes medications but they do not prevent transmission of the virus.

Hate oral sex

2013-11-16T04:29:00.001-08:00

My boyfriend insists on oral sex even when I have sores on my mouth. Is there any way to protect him and me from this sexual activity? I also hate swallowing semen.

Yes, several things you can do. The first one is to abstain from oral sex, which may not be a good enough answer for either of you. The second is to perform oral sex by insisting your boyfriend wear a condom. Today, there are many flavored types of condoms available, but in the end, you will still feel like you are sucking on rubber. There are some exotic dental dams that you can use. These devices are very uncomfortable, never fit properly in the mouth, make it difficult to suck on the penis and you will gag constantly. Leave these crap devices for the dentist and not oral sex. So those are your limited choices.

If you hate swallowing semen, you can either spit it out or let your boyfriend pull out as soon as he is coming. More often than not, the semen is all over your face and hair. Not a lot of great options.

Oral sex

2013-11-16T04:28:00.001-08:00

My boyfriend insists on oral sex every time we have sex. Is it true that everyone enjoys oral sex?

No, in fact, a significant number of women hate it, but do it to appease their partner. Many women also hate anal sex, but do it to please their partner. There is no medical harm from oral sex as long as the partner is free from sexually transmitted infections. What most women hate about oral sex is the male’s poor personal hygiene, which is a major turn off. Therefore, if you do not like an unclean penis in your mouth or the ghastly smell of an unwiped arse, you should tell your boyfriend to have a shower before sex. If he does not like your answer, time to get another boyfriend.

Salicylic peel for Acne

2013-11-16T04:27:00.000-08:00

Do you think a salicylic peel can help my acne?

Only if you believe that there is Santa Claus. Acne is a difficult skin problem and no one treatment seems to work in everyone. As far as chemical peels are concerned, they do not work well at all for acne. In fact, more often than not, the skin condition will worsen. Please do not listen to the skin doctors and therapists who tell you that peels are the next best thing since slice bread. Just read the online reviews about peels and you will discover that the majority of people have a poor result. In addition, most people are out of hundreds of dollars.

I believe that the best treatment for acne is the retinoids. You will need a prescription for it. Try it, you will not be disappointed. Trust me, I do not have any personal interest (or shares) in the product.

As far as peels are concerned, keep away from doctors who recommend this shit.

RFA for back pain

2013-11-16T04:25:00.002-08:00

Is radiofrequency ablation a good procedure for back pain?

To be honest a few patients claim that they have had a good result, but the overall, majority say it sucks. Not only is it expensive, but you have to go for many sessions and in the end, you will be out of thousands of dollars. Some orthopedic doctors recommend this crap technique to patients but overall the majority have no improvement.

Please remember one thing- medicine is a business and you will be sold many shitty treatments time to time. Best advice if you have back pain, keep away from orthopedic surgeons, as you will generally be worse off. Many of these surgeons are technically poor, have a high rate of complications and often do not care about patients.

Radiofrequency ablation is not a one shot deal and it does not relieve all types of muscle and joint pain. You are free to try it but you will definitely end up spending thousands of dollars for an iffy treatment with no guarantee that it will work.

Inversion table for back pain

2013-11-16T04:24:00.000-08:00

Do you think an inversion table therapy can help my back pain?

Trust me, this is a gimmick developed by some orthopedic doctors and business people. It is simply bullshit. Do you think hanging a patient upside down or stretching the head and legs in opposite direction can realign your back? This therapy is for foolish people who are stupid, gullible, believe all the crap that some doctors say and have money to waste.

While there are some good orthopedic doctors, those who offer this type of treatment are simply scoundrels. Keep away from them. You will quickly end up with many useless sessions and be out of thousands of dollars- unless you do not care about money. Some of most BS therapies for back pain are often offered by orthopedic doctors-so beware.

Luscious lips

2013-11-16T04:22:00.001-08:00

How can I get my lips to look sexy and luscious without spending money on cosmetic surgery?

The key to achieving luscious and lovely lips is preventing them from being damaged in the first place. Before your lips get parched and dry, it is essential to wear a lip sunscreen regularly. There are numerous lip balms that contain a sunscreen. Sunscreens are essential to protect the lips against UV rays of the sun.

In addition, avoid toothpastes that contain a detergent like SLS. The labels on the toothpaste will tell you if this detergent is present. Detergents act like abrasives and rapidly damage the skin on the lips.

To prevent the lips from drying out it is essential that you drink lots of water or some type of liquid beverage (preferably not alcohol).

There are some lip products that contain glycolic acid. These lips products help maintain the hydration and act as protectant of the skin on the lips.

Always carry lip wax. The lip wax should be applied frequently on the lips to prevent drying and cracking of the lips

There are many lip products like gloss and lipstick, which not only make the lips look luscious and sexy, but they also protect the lips from drying out.

Unfortunately, most women only look after their face, breasts, and waistline but often forget the lips.

Removing a tattoo

2013-11-16T04:21:00.001-08:00

I had a tattoo placed some years ago after a few drinks. Now i regret it and want to get it removed. Will any insurance pay for it?

No, tattoo removal is a cosmetic procedure and never paid by any insurance company. In fact, it is quite costly to get the tattoo removed. The best method is laser. Lasers can remove the dark tattoos but not the light colored sketches. Remember, it will cost you thousands of dollars to get the tattoo removed by the laser. All other methods suck. If it does not bother you too much, just cover it up. If it bothers you too much and you have no money, take a Prozac-it will calm you down.

Condom plus the pill

2013-11-16T04:19:00.002-08:00

My girlfriend is on the pill and insists that I wear a condom during sex. Is this necessary?

No, your girlfriend is being unreasonable. The pills available today are very effective, as long as she does not miss any days. Millions of women take the pill, have sex and do not get pregnant. Therefore, a condom use is not justified. Perhaps she feels that you may pass an infection to her. Best advice - take her to a gynecologist and arrange for a counseling session on the pill. If she still insists on the condom, a psychiatric visit may do some good.

No protection during sex

2013-11-16T04:11:00.001-08:00

I am a 22-year-old female and using no protection during sex. Is there a particularly safe time to have sex?

Unfortunately, there is no safe period for sex. You can get pregnant when you least expect it. The most dangerous period is from days 11 –days 15, after the start of your period. Unfortunately, the majority of women who want to have sex can never remember exactly where they are in their monthly cycle. The women who do remember the exact day of the month of their cycle are usually anal, high strung, bossy type, who make sex unpleasant with their insane demands and rules.

Best advice, use some type of protection otherwise, you are going to get pregnant.

Vasectomy in a 22 year old

2013-11-16T04:08:00.003-08:00

I am a 22-year-old male and have been thinking about a vasectomy. Any thoughts?

Are you crazy? You are way too young to undergo this permanent procedure. If you change your mind later on and want to have kids, you are in big shit. For all intents and purposes, vasectomy is permanent cannot be reversed. So grow up, go to school, read, and do not come up with crazy ideas like this. F...ing idiot.

Pulling out method for contraception

2013-11-16T04:07:00.003-08:00

I am a 27-year-old female and hate using contraception. My boyfriend does not like to wear a condom and uses the pulling out method. Is this safe?

Coitus interruptus or the pulling out method is the least effective method of contraception. You chances of getting pregnant are very high. What you should understand that sperm are released in high numbers before a man ejaculates and you need only one to fertilize your egg. Best advice, speak to a family health counselor and seek something better than pulling out method. Besides “pulling out method” is not fun for either partner.