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u/wicksa · 5 pointsr/medical

does this person have active mrsa in a wound, sputum, etc., or just a carrier?

wiping the tub out with bleach after they bathe should be good enough. if they have it in a wound they should do their best to keep it covered and keep it from coming in contact with things you will be in contact with. they can wash the wound separately wit a designated wash cloth and warm, soapy water.

both of you should practice frequent hand hygiene!

if it weren't for the cuts you have, would say dont really worry about it too much.. just try your best to sanitize the bathroom after he/she uses it. good luck, maybe others will have some better advice/info.

here is a cdc info sheet about mrsa

edit: if you want, you could pick up some of these: http://www.amazon.com/PDI-Super-Sani-Cloth-Germicidal-Disposable/dp/B001GEZEAK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1369771011&sr=8-1&keywords=sani+wipes

those are the wipes we use in the hospital to santize stuff MRSA people touch.

u/exposure_therapy · 2 pointsr/medical

Yes, I'm planning to stay on Vitamin D and B12 indefinitely. I replied to another post last week describing my experience with fatigue. I'll copy and paste the relevant part below:


> I Started taking a B12 supplement (this is in addition to my daily multivitamin). I bought the type that contains methylcobalamin, which is the easiest-to-absorb form of B12. It's a cherry-flavored lozenge that you dissolve under your tongue.

If you happen to have pernicious anemia or Crohn's disease in your ileum (I initially posted this in /r/CrohnsDisease), it might be physically impossible for you to absorb enough B12. Ask your doctor about B12 injections!


> I also increased my Vitamin D dose to 3000 IU/day (this is also in addition to my daily multivitamin). A few years ago (in a period of remission), I was extremely fatigued, and having difficulty getting out of bed in the morning. I was diagnosed with a vitamin D insufficiency - my blood level was 24ng/ml. I started taking supplements (2000 IU/day), and when the level got up to 56ng/ml, I felt awesome! I decided to stay at that dose indefinitely. With this last UC flareup, my vitamin D level dropped back down to 41, despite no change in my supplements. I'm now slowly increasing my dose, and my doctor is sending me for blood work periodically to make sure I stay in a healthy range (currently at 3000 IU, and might increase to 4000 IU after my next blood test).

>For some background on the vitamin D dosing:

>A lot of researchers are now suggesting that the currently accepted "normal" range for blood tests is too low, and actually represents the minimum level we should aim for - and that the current recommendations for dietary intake are too low to even get us to that minimum! There's also a link between vitamin D deficiency and autoimmune diseases, though there's no definitive answer as to which comes first.

>From what I've read, and what I've discussed with my GI and primary care doctor, it's a good idea to increase to whatever dose you need to get your blood levels between 50 and 100ng/ml - there are some tips here for how to do so. (Although the dosages might seem high, they're safe - many doctors prescribe 50,000 IU per week for patients with severe deficiencies!)

u/Life-in-Death · 1 pointr/medical

Hey, it is obvious you have systemic issues of inflammation, possibly autoimmune.

Do everything your doctors say, but ALSO, you can do TONS with diet.

Of course do the natural anti-inflammatories: turmeric (with black pepper), Omega-3 oils (I use flax like melted butter and get algae oil-- that is where fish get their omega-3s), low on saturated fats, animal proteins, fried foods, refined grains and sugar.

If you can swing it I would do a four week trial diet.

Some amazing resources are:

https://www.drweil.com/diet-nutrition/anti-inflammatory-diet-pyramid/dr-weils-anti-inflammatory-food-pyramid/

https://www.forksoverknives.com/the-film/

https://www.drfuhrman.com/shop/products/134/eat-to-live (This is pretty extreme but use it as a "aspirational guide"

https://www.amazon.com/Ultraprevention-Mark-Hyman/dp/0743448839 (There is a chapter on inflammation)

I would definitely watch the Forks over Knives movie!

Basically a whole foods, plant-based diet is what you are aspiring for. See how you feel on it.

I have been on the diet for 15 years, completely recovered from an "incurable" illness. And am about to enjoy delicious "mac and cheese" made from cauliflower over whole grain pasta.

u/hipmama33 · 2 pointsr/medical

So sorry you are dealing with this. I find these to be incredibly painful. This cream has been a godsend to me. It’s hard to find in stores, but available online. Name is Tranolane, and can be used for other skin issues since it has no odor.

Best of luck! Tronolane Anesthetic Cream for Hemorrhoids, Dual-Action Formula, 2 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GG6CGE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5v6HDbEN0GJG9

u/Th3wizz4rd · 3 pointsr/medical

ever time you defecate wipe in the opposite direction instead of up. take a clean wet cloth and clean your bum each time. try https://www.amazon.com/Gold-Bond-Body-Powder-Medicated/dp/B00125JFM6 every other day.

consider seeing a dermatologist. they've seen everything so don't be shy.

u/Alabaster13 · 1 pointr/medical

Like these?

Zyrtec 24 Hour Allergy Relief Tablets, Antihistamine Allergy Medicine with 10 mg Cetirizine HCl, 45 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000X1IZD0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pzXDDbC51WRQP

u/GetOffMyLawn_ · 1 pointr/medical

There are special silicone bandages that supposedly help prevent scar formations. https://www.amazon.com/ScarAway-Professional-Silicone-Treatment-Packaging/dp/B001AJ4L1E

u/LexicanLuthor · 1 pointr/medical

The active ingredient was Tolnaftate, an antifungal. Any spray with tolnaftate will do the trick.

Although, it's not discontinued, you can still get it.

u/speakhyroglyphically · 1 pointr/medical

Milk Thistle with a concentrated level of silymarin works wonders physically. Please dont take Benzodiazepines as a substitute for more than a few days (if at all). VERY hard to quit.

u/Miss-Conduct · 1 pointr/medical

Zanfel is the only thing I've ever found that really works. It neutralizes the irritant (urushiol) by binding to it chemically and allows it to be washed away.

Most big drug stores have it but it's much cheaper on Amazon. I keep some in the house just in case my kids get it.

u/CyphyZ · 1 pointr/medical

I experiment by putting different ones on my inner arms (ultra sensitive skin) so far the adhesive in all band aids set me off, and some stickers. Electrical tape works, and so does the surgical tape (found that out when my so had eye surgery) and they now sell that at most stores, so I keep those and gauze around. But my skin doesn't just turn pinkish, it blisters and peels off and the cut heals weird. Trial and error is the only way since they are all pretty secrative about their ingredients.

http://www.amazon.com/Transpore-Surgical-Tape-yd-Qty/dp/B000MILZ8G/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1394853929&sr=8-10&keywords=surgical+tape+3m

This stuff is epic.

u/MissHampton · 1 pointr/medical

I've been dealing with IBS (self diagnosed) for about 5 years (almost 19 years old). It's been a real pain and has affected me going out to places and school. The best thing I've found is for my morning classes I eat plain oatmeal with a bit of sugar or egg whites. I also take this every morning. If I know I'm going to be some place where IBS flareup would especially suck I also try to eat a small plain dinner. Also try avoiding dairy as much as possible, many suffers are also lactose intolerant. Other than that, drink plenty of water, read up on your type of IBS (D or C) and good luck.