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Topic Started: Nov 6 2010, 09:34 PM (147 Views)
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Hi, I thought I would help if you feel sick or anything. If you're too embarrassed to post it here, then PM me. I don't care whether it's a lump on your privates, or if you're vomiting blood or have diarrhea -- they could end up into something very serious. I am not a replacement for a doctor.

I will most likely ask you these questions:


  • Are you feeling any pain?
  • And if so, where? e.g. head, lower abdomen - if you tell me where I can probably narrow it down more.
  • Any vomiting? Diarrhea? etc. If so, what does it look like? If has blood in it, that could be very bad.
  • If you're coughing up any mucus, what colour is it? e.g. if it's red then it's blood, if it's clear or green it's bronchitis.
  • EDIT: If you're taking ANY MEDICATIONS TELL ME! It could be a side effect of the medicine. Hinthint.
  • EDIT AGAIN: What kind of pain do you feel? e.g. dull, achy, sharp, etc.
  • Forgot to mention this: What did you eat last? Did you eat fish or beef? It could be contaminated. Or did you overeat? Calm down, relax, breathe slowly and try not to move too much. You'll feel better soon.


  • Vomiting up blood is different then coughing it up, and it's A LOT MORE SERIOUS. You may need to go to the doctor immediately. The difference:
  • Hemoptysis (coughing up blood):
  • Blood is coughed up.
  • Blood is frothy, bright red and alkaline.
  • Blood maybe mixed with sputum.
  • Dyspnea (laboured breathing), pleuritic pain (pain in the membrane that enfolds of the lungs), or other chest discomfort is common.
  • Underlying diagnoses commonly include bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, nosebleed, lung cancer, pulmonary embolism or infarct, foreign bodies, and, rarely, auto-immune illnesses.

  • Hematemesis (vomiting of blood):
  • Blood is vomited.
  • Blood is either dark or bright red, usually not frothy, and acid. It may have a coffee-ground appearance.
  • Blood may be mixed with food or bile.
  • Nausea or abdominal pain is common.
  • Underlying diagnoses commonly include peptic ulcers, gastritis, esophagitis, duodenitis, esophageal varices (tortous dilation of a vein), upper GI tumors, vascular malformations, nosebleed, and tears in the esophagus/

Reference: Venes, David, M.D. Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 21 edition. Philadelphia. (C) 2009.

Urine colours (I had post this just in case):

  • Clear: Drinking too much water or drinking caffeine.
  • Yellow: Not drinking enough fluids.
  • Dark yellow: Jaundice or liver problems.
  • Orange: From eating too much carrot juice.
  • Brown: Indication of many things: liver disease, hepatitis (:O!!!), melanoma cancer, or copper poisoning.
  • Green: Indicates urinary tract infection, bile problems or certain drugs.
  • Bright green: Excess of vitamin B.
  • Blue: Pseudonomas baterial infection or high levels of calcium.
  • Reddish:
  • Blood: Bladder infection, kidney stones, bladder stones or a slight injury to a kidney or bladder.
  • Food: Beets, blackberries, rhubarb, candy or pills.
  • Poisons: Lead or mercury.


CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR ASAP!

http://www.school-for-champions.com/health/urine_color.htm Reference


I don't care how sick you are, you should always see a doctor if you have blood in vomit or urine. It could be much more serious than you think it is. I'm not a substitute for a doctor, nor can I physically see you. If I could, I'd probably be able to help.

I'm here to help, not embarrass you haha.

And if I misdiagnose you, I'm sorry...

Thank you!

EDIT: A lot of the of STDs have no symptoms, it may feel like a cold or the flu. Some like herpes virus may lie dormant in the body for years and you may later have symptoms. I don't care whether or not you have an STD, I suggest you go to your doctor and find out. Otherwise, your partner(s) will be in for a real treat.
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