Chris asks…
I NEED HELP PLEASE WITH MY HOMEWORK FOR COLLEGE?
When may a problem occur during pregnancy?
A) mother is Rh-, father is Rh+
B) mother is Rh+, father is Rh-
C) mother is Rh-, father is Rh-
D) mother is Rh+, father is Rh+
4.
All of the following are granular leukocytes except one. Identify the exception.
A) Basophils
B) Monocytes
C) Neutrophils
D) Eosinophils
5.
Which one of the following is a bacterial disease?
A) measles
B) strep throat
C) rabies
D) avian flu
6.
Chemical barriers to prevent entry of pathogens into the body include all of the following except one. Identify the exception.
A) secretions of oil (sebaceous) glands
B) saliva and tears
C) perspiration
D) basic pH of the stomach
7.
Which one of the following is considered to be an autoimmune disease?
A) lupus
B) botulism
C) shingles
D) syphilis
E) SARS
8.
Lymphatic vessels have
A) thick, muscular walls
B) red blood cells
C) valves
D) separate propulsive structures (“hearts”)
9.
The primary function of the stomach is
A) to break down fats
B) to absorb major nutrients
C) to package feces
D) to store food, churn, and begin digestion
10.
The thick, soupy liquid that leaves the stomach is called
A) chyme
B) mucus
C) mesenchyme
D) bolus
admin answers:
When in doubt pick B
Nancy asks…
Biology Help!?
Can anyone answer this question? Thank you everyone!
Which human disease may occur when chicken pox viruses enter the lytic cycle?
herpes simplex I
shingles
hepatitis B
herpes simplex II
admin answers:
Herpes simplex II
Robert asks…
My girlfriend just had an ANA blood test positive for Lupus..what do I do?
I’m feeling really paranoid and afraid now.. my girlfriend is 30 years old, she has hypothyroidism and as a result she has her blood tested every 6 weeks, 3 months ago she had Shingles which is odd for someone at 30. She also reported being tired all the time and having joint pain to her doctor so they did an ANA test on the blood and it was positive for Lupus.. they said she would see a Rheumatologist but that isn’t for another month and a half, should we be demanding to see someone sooner now so we can get a diagnosis and know what to do and perhaps get medication?
I feel betrayed by the American health care system.. my girlfriend in all likelihood has this disease and may have had it for years now which lead to other conditions, we’re not surewhat to do now, its very saddening and depressing.
What advice do you have for her? Any vitamins/natural supplements that could help with the condition? She is afraid of taking prescription steroids because shes already overweight and doesnt want to gain a ton more, and her mom died as a result of becoming bedridden after being put on steroids, she doesn’t want the same fate..
admin answers:
I understand how the two of you are feeling. I was just told by a neurologist I most likely have lupus and I’m waiting on my blood results to come back. As for demanding to see someone sooner….I personally don’t think that’s necessary. If she’s had it for years a few weeks aren’t going to make or break the disease. I’m not sure on the advice for treating the disease, but I can tell you as far as being her partner the support you give her is priceless. Number one thing I can recommend is listening to her. Turn off the TV and talk about it. Once all the thoughts and feelings are out in the open everything feels better.
Betty asks…
Did any of the females here who underwent chemo or radiation continue to have menstrual irregularities *after*?
going into remission?
I’ve had no evidence of disease for a whole year. My cycle had been erratic during active treatment, but my oncologist assured me that was normal. It became regular again about four months after my last cycle of chemo and was very predictable to the day. I’m now 10 days late and it’s really worrying me. I’ve never had unprotected sex. I’m not on birth control, but we always use condoms. I’ve done 8 pregnancy tests (seriously, 8) and they are all negative. I’m not pregnant.
I’ve had some significant health issues this summer like shingles, viral meningitis and some significant abdominal issues. Most recently I had a grade 2 abdominal tear, but it was caused by dancing so I don’t know that it would have any bearing on this. I’ve had all the symptoms of PMS for two whole weeks. It just won’t freaking start already. I don’t know what’s going on. Could the chemo still be causing this? I’m scared that I’m already infertile or something.
I had Hodgkin’s Lymphoma 3B. I’m 18 now.
admin answers:
Hi,
I can only give you an answer from my own experience, obviously every woman is different though.
The day I started my chemo i was in the middle of a cycle and it stopped the next day. I did not start menstruating again for another year and a half after my treatment. I also noticed that i no longer got my period at night time. Ever. It’s like my cycle decided to clock off for the day after 6pm, didn’t really mind that part of it though.
Our bodies are in a constant state of change, and your body has had the added stress of the horrible chemotherapy drugs, it’s been through a lot, so try to relax
do a pregnancy test just in case, even though you’re being safe accidents can sometimes happen.
Mandy asks…
23 weeks pregnant and need some advice?
I am currently 23 weeks pregnant with my first child. I work a very demanding job as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Nursing home. I’ve had all sorts of back issues with this pregnancy i was even restricted to a 20 pound lift. My work responded with removing me from the schedule until i had the restrictions removed completely, they even knew my husband wasn’t working so i had no choice. Now i’m getting further along in my pregnancy and more cautious with what i do and how much i lift. They continue to attempt to get me to do 50 pounds or more lifts and i complain about it until they move me. I’ve already had a few small contractions because they made me work 7 days in a row. They are making it out like i am lazy and don’t do my job. They also send me into rooms with infectious disease and don’t bother to warn me half the time before i do (things like MRSA, C-DIF, Shingles, Scabies, etc). I don’t know what to do i am beside myself with all of this i only want to protect my baby i’m not trying to be lazy. And i know what they did with my restriction was illegal but what can i do. Can any of you give me advice its like they want me to lose my child or hurt myself. I’m going out of my mind. My insurance is through them that is the only reason i’ve stayed this long.
I had to have physical therapy in the third month of my pregnancy due to the intense pain in my back, it was why the restriction was put into place i was paying out hundreds to PT and my workplace was making me do heavy lifts and ruin the progress i made. My doctor only lifted the restriction under the terms that they only gave me the light loads of work. Now with my pregnancy in its 6 month next week my back is going out again due to the strain of my job. I could cry over this its horrible.
admin answers:
You must be allowed to keep working as long as you are able to do
your job. Your boss cannot make a rule about how long you must stay
out of work before or after childbirth
. If your company does not
offer sick leave, then it may be discriminating against pregnant
workers.
Your employer must treat you at least as well as he/she treats other
workers who can’t do their jobs for a short time. For example, if
your company lets a worker go who had a heart attack or broken leg on
paid or unpaid disability leave, you must also have this right if you
are unable to work because of pregnancy or childbirth. If your
pregnancy stops you from being able to do your job, you have the
right to be given easier duties, if other workers who can’t do their
jobs for a short time get this right.
Many States have equal employment opportunity laws that protect
against pregnancy discrimination. In addition, the States of
California, Hawaii, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island, and Puerto
Rico also pay partial wages during time off from work for medical
problems, including those of pregnancy. Find out if your State has
this law, which is called “temporary disability insurance.” Some
employers, especially larger companies, also offer this type of
insurance. Check your benefits.
HOW MUCH TIME CAN YOU HAVE OFF?
A new law, the Family and Medical Leave Act, gives you added
protections. It went into effect on August 5, 1993. If your doctor
or health care provider says you are sick and unable to work during
your pregnancy, you may be able to get up to 12 weeks off without pay
under this new law. You also are allowed time off for childbirth,
adoption, and to care for a sick child or family member. If you take
time off under this law, you have the right to the same job or a job
with equal pay and benefits when you come back to work. Call the
Women’s Bureau at 1-800-827-5335 for a copy of our brochure, Family
and Medical Leave Act: Know Your Rights.
Some States have their own family leave laws that protect your right
to return to your job after time off for pregnancy-related problems
or childbirth.
WHAT CAN YOU DO IF YOU ARE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST?
1) Write down what happened. Write down the date, time and place of
the incident, as soon as possible. Include what was said and who was
there. Keep a copy of these notes at home. They will be useful if
you decide to file a complaint with your company or to take legal
action.
2) Get emotional support from friends and family. It can be very
upsetting to feel you have been treated unfairly at work. Take care
of yourself. Think about what you want to do. Get help to do it.
3) Talk to your union representative. Union rules often allow you to
file a grievance. If you don’t have a union, call a women’s or civil
rights group for help.
4) Talk to your employer. Your company may have an Equal Employment
Opportunity Officer or a way for you to file a “complaint.” For
instance, some companies have new ways to resolve problems, like
“mediation.” Check your employee handbook for procedures.
5) Find out how other pregnant workers have been treated. Talk to
any women who may have had trouble at work because they were
pregnant.
6) Keep doing a good job and keep a record of your work. Keep copies
at home of your job evaluations and any letters or memos that show
that you do a good job at work. Your boss may criticize your job
performance later on in order to defend his or her discrimination.
7) You have a right to file a charge. The law has a very short time
limit on how long you can wait to file a charge against your company.
You can file a charge even if you do not work for your employer
anymore. You can file a charge with the U. S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission (EEOC) at 1-800-669-EEOC. Most states and
local governments also have a Human Rights or Civil Rights office
that can help.
8) Find out more about your legal rights. You do not need a lawyer
to file a charge with EEOC. But you may want to talk with a lawyer
who specializes in sex discrimination. The State bar association or
the women’s bar association in your area can refer you to lawyers.
They can help you figure out what to do. They know the pros and cons
of different legal actions, including the time and the cost of filing
a lawsuit.
YOU CAN WIN
Many women have fought discrimination and have improved their work
lives. The first step is to know your rights under the law. Laws
give you and your coworkers the right to start a group or a union to
try to get better treatment at work.
You can also go to court to get back the money you lost because of
discrimination. In 1991, 13,000 pregnant workers collected $66
million in a “class action” lawsuit. The new Civil Rights Act of
1991 gives you the right to be paid money for the hurt and the pain
discrimination caused you.
WHERE TO GET HELP
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