What happens when pus from a gum abscess is swallowed?

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I had an pus filled abscess yesterday morning when i woke up and then at about dinner time it drained itself without me even realising so obviously i swallowed it and didn't even notice.

Can swallowing this pus make me ill?
no worries, they drain naturally all the time  (+ info)

What is the best lung cleansing supplement on the market?

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I am recovering from being a smoker (8 years) and living in Los Angeles. I need a strong lung support/detoxing supplement to aid my recovery.
I dont think a single supplement can really help with lung cleansing but it can be a part of the solution.

You need to really change what you eat and a whole bunch of other stuff as well to get rid of the tar and stuff.

I know that eating hot foods like chilli can help loosen mucus though which has heaps of tar and chemicals in it from smoking which you can then cough up ... there is more stuff on the site below.  (+ info)

what are the symptoms of an underarm abscess?

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I have 4 painful lumps (size of grapes maybe) under my one armpit (no health insurance). They are restricting the movement of my one arm and soreness in the shoulder blade on that side. What are the symptoms of an underarm abscess and what causes this?
An abscess is any form of infection that builds up in any specific place. You really need to see a doctor, you probably need to have them lanced and get on an antibiotic. If you don't have health insurance you can go to an emergency room, they cannot turn you away, and most have programs that you only pay according to your income. Do get it checked though, if there are that many and that large, they could continue to spread.  (+ info)

How difficult is traveling with lung cancer and emphazema?

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My grandmother was diagnosed with the early stage of lung cancer and enphazema (shocker: she's a smoker). She is due to have surgery to remove part of one of her lobes next week. My question is, I am planning my wedding (I live in California and she lives in Texas) and need to know if she can travel by airplane? I'm afraid that the recirculated air will be bad for her health. If traveling is going to be a problem for her, I will gladly have my wedding in Texas. Any ideas?
My aunt had lung cancer and could not travel long distance. It just depends on how strong your grandmother is and if she feel up to it.  (+ info)

What is the best way to heal an abscess syst?

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I keep it covered with a moist paper towel cause if it I do a dry towel it drys and sticks and then it hurts real bad..so is it supposed to dry up? most of the abscess is already out..What could I put on the syst to heal or make it go away?
i have gone to the doctor and he squeezed a lot out and im almost done with my antibiotics
the abscessed syst is on my waist
go to the doctor. If you truly have an abscess, you may need to have it drained and you'll definitely need to receive some antibiotics. Don't let abscesses go to long as they can become a systemic infection and that is no good.  (+ info)

What is the best way to increase your lung capacity?

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I am looking for some good ways to increase my lung capacity. I like to run, but I feel like I am out of breath very shortly. My body can go much further than my lungs will let me.
First, slow down.
You need to find that perfect balance between your big body and your small lungs.

Usually, breathing IN is automatic and easy, but breathing OUT has to be rhythmic and forceful and even noisy, like pushing out the air out of your lungs in three (or even four...as many as you need) bursts, during three (or four) steps you're running, until your lungs are completely empty. Exhaling once is the automatic one, the second exhale is the conscious one and the third exhale is the forceful one.
You have to make some conscient effort to empty your lungs completely.

Learn proper breathing techniques while jogging/running and you'll be fine.
When I cross the path of a jogger/runner, I can hear him/her breath out from very far away. Make noise, that will help you, like those gruntings in martial arts that get your core energy out.  (+ info)

What are your thoughts on mineral powders causing lung damage?

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I heard on Dr. Oz today that powders like Bare Essentials can cause lung damage because they are inhaled as they are put on, causing scarring of the lung. What do you think?

Thanks!
They said that the effects over 10 - 30 years could be damaging. I love my bare minerals and I don't want to stop using it!
im not sure...maybe its true? ive heard mixed reviews on mineral makeup in general...i use dinair airbrush makeup and it rocks cause its all water based so its not bad for my skin...it covers everything and its amaizng....anywho...hope i helped in some way...=)  (+ info)

How can I get pain relief from an Abscess in the nose?

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I have a painful little Abscess on the inside of the nose. I saw a Doctor about it already. It isn't Septal (it's on the inside of the outer wall of my left nostril), and it isn't major enough to lance, but it is driving me NUTS!!! How can a relieve the pain and/or help it heal faster?
I would recommend getting an opinion from an ear, nose, and throat doctor about this abscess to see what could also be some good options for dealing with this abscess.  (+ info)

what is gluteal abscess and any treatment for them?

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I have these gluteal abscess that come on my body during winter time,and that too always on my butt and i am not able to sit .Why does this happen and only in the winter ?Its so painful .i got to the doc and got the pus removed last time ,i don't want that to happen again ,are there any home remedies for this ,possess..help?its embarrassing to go to the doc .
You can try to drain it yourself or have your significant other do it. Keep sterile though. Then use some antibiotic creme.  (+ info)

What is the association between smoking and dying of lung cancer?

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For cigarette smokers the lung cancer mortality rate = 140 per 100000. For nonsmokers the lung cancer mortality rate = 10 per 100000.
This is a question in my epidemiology class. And we have to interpret the results. Thanks!
We have to calculate the association between smoking adn dying of lung cancer by using the numbers above. Then with that number we have to interpret the results. I'm not sure how to go about doing that.
People on this board sharing experiences and helpful hints between cancer sufferers and you are asking them to do your homework? Maybe reminding them even more of death by cancer? I guess maybe I'm overly touchy and having a not so good day, if I offended excuse me but, I am a little offended.  (+ info)

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