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What happens when you decide to remove life support?

My mom's friend is on life support after a really bad car accident, and her family said that she's brain dead. They're considering taking her off life support. What happens when...
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What is abdominal trauma?

My friend had a work accident, and he was hospitalized. The doctor said he had an abdominal trauma. What is an abdominal trauma? Are there any treatment options?
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What are the most common IV fluids given in a hospital?

I went to the hospital for a kidney infection and I was also really dehydrated. I was given fluids during my hospital stay, and it made me feel better rather quickly. I'm just...
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How is an anxiety attack managed at a hospital?

I get anxiety attacks every so often, and these attacks usually cause me to experience chest pains and nausea. If I have a severe attack and need to go to the hospital, how would...
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How long do people stay in the hospital for pneumonia?

My mother has been in the hospital for at least week with pneumonia, and it seems like she's getting better. But the hospital insists on keeping her because of her age. She's...
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How long are you in the hospital after bypass surgery?

I need to have bypass surgery next week. How long would I be in hospital after surgery? How long will the whole recovery last?
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Is a ventilator considered life support?

My aunt is on a ventilator after her heart surgery, and I didn't realize that a ventilator is a lot serious than I thought. Because she's on a ventilator, does it mean that she's...
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Is sepsis a common infection you can get from the hospital?

My mom had abdominal surgery, and once she was home, she was experiencing a fever and difficulty breathing. We took her back to the hospital immediately and it turned out that...
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Does congestive heart failure cause cardiac arrest?

I was diagnosed with congestive heart failure a few months ago, and have been consistently dealing with the side effects. I've been managing it in the best way I can. But if...
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What are the symptoms of a concussion?

My son's complaining of a headache and has been having issues falling asleep. He's also a little bit disoriented. This started over the weekend, after his wrestling match. I...
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What's the best way to prevent mono?

There's a mono outbreak in my daughter's school, and I would really love for my daughter to not get it. What's the best way to prevent this disease?
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Does a hospitalist do similar things as an internis?

I understand that internists help treat a variety of diseases and conditions. But does a hospitalist do the same thing, only in a hospital setting?
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What can I do to prevent a heart attack?

Are there any supplements available to maintain a healthy heart? What can I do to prevent a heart attack?
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Why does my son feel anxious after his chemotherapy?

My son has chemotherapy and after the session ends, he feels anxious and it's usually hard to ease this anxiety. Why does my son have this anxiety after his chemo treatment?
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Will I be given antidepressants in the hospital?

I am scheduled to have surgery at the end of the month, but I also have clinical depression and am currently on antidepressants for it. After my surgery, will I be able to take...
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What are the duties of a Hospitalist?

My daughter had surgery yesterday and her nurse just told me that the Hospitalist will be in to see her this evening. What is a Hospitalist and what are their duties?
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Can diabetes cause heart complications?

Can my high sugar levels lead to cardiac abnormalities and complications?
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How do you know when you need a blood transfusion?

My mother is anemic, pale and weak. The doctor said her hemoglobin and other blood work isn't low enough for a blood transfusion. Is there a certain value of when they give one...
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How soon should I see my bilirubin count normalizing after starting treatment?

I had abnormal bilirubin counts when I was diagnosed with jaundice. My treatment has started. How soon will the counts start normalizing?
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How long is a liver transplant good for?

My sister needs a liver transplant, how long will her new liver be viable for? How long will she be in the hospital for? She is 47 years old and has cirrhosis.
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