So, I’ve been sick for the past 5 years and progressively things have gotten worse. My parents have been extremely supportive and I have been able to continue going to school and working, with their help; however, my entire family is frustrated and WE WANT ANSWERS. I’ve read some post by others that are asking medical related answers, and generally the responses are, get a diagnosis from a medical doctor or something to that affect, which is great advise, until you’re the patient that has all of the doctors stumped. So, I guess what I’m looking for is more of an idea generating forum rather than an answer. I know I can’t be the only one out there with these symptoms, but whatever is going on, is getting missed for some reason or another. Below there is a list of symptoms and some things that have been off with some test results. If they sound familiar, please let me know.

Symptoms:
Passing out (1-3 times per week) with this there are two types of passing out. Sometimes I feel it coming and if I sit down or put me feet up, I’m fine, but the other type I don’t have any warning, I just wake up on the ground.
low blood pressure
easy bruising
urinary retention/neurogenic bladder
calcium, blood and protein in urine
stomach pain
nausea
vomiting
reflux
weight loss
menopausal symptoms
cold and heat intolerance
cold extremeties
pain in joints (back, hands, hips)
headaches/ migraines
sleep problems/ insomnia
pins and needles or burning sensation in feet and hands
seizures
hair loss
food intolerance (dairy, gluten)
cough
skin irritations (itching, hives, rashes
skin/ muscle knots
eye problems (itching, blurry, tingling)

Test Results:
low lymphs
high DHEA
high hemoglobin
high neutrophils
high hematocrit
WBC Esterate (2+)
Protein (1+)
Occult (3+)
Nitrite pos
WBC pos
RBC pos
low BUN
low BUN/Creatine Ratio

Thanks for your help!
The occult was from urine test results, but they have found blood in all there tests, but can’t figure out where it is coming from. Here is a list of specialists I have seen: rheumatology, GI, neurology, urology, reproductive endocrinology

Thanks again everyone.

I am 19 years old, and my hair is thinning so much! it sometimes even looks like there are bald spots! been to 8 doctors, not very helpful, tried using Rogain for women but it gave me headaches. It is making me feel very self conscious! It is difficult for me to wear my hair down. and up! i read that it should be happing to menopausal women whenever i search something, but that is not what it is! i am getting very desperate, and wondering if anyone tried or knows something other than to shave head))) is there anything that is known to work perhaps, or know a solution, or anything!? hehe, another option is a wig i suppose))) but they are expensive…))))) thanks in advance
they did a ton of tests)))))) i had high testosterone, they put me on birth control to level hormone balance. i also have thyroid issue, but medicine helps with that too. i just want to get it back((((
hehe nope, not a vegetarian, but it is good that i am having different ideas and suggestions thrown at me when no one else i’ve seen can help)) keep it coming please!=D

OMG! my hair is thinning, and im only 13 years old! im a girl btw. my worst fear is to go bald, like im afraid ill have no eye brows or eye lashes or going bald! my dad is bald, cuz he had hair loss, and my mom hair some hair loss on her crown. But, i heard hair loss starts after menopause. my mom said its just the cycle of my hair, and im stressed out which adds to my hair loss. i read that eating stuff with more zinc prevents hair loss, like meat or seafood. I haven’t had my period for about 2 months, maybe thats a reason? I usually wear my hair down, then after school i put it into a bun. my mom says i brush my hair too hard, so im trying to stop brushing it too hard.
what should i do? im scared.
please help me, im so scared.

During adolescence, teens typically begin thinking
A. about themselves more often.
B. in a less complex manner.
C. about the views and opinions of others.
D. about their past.

2. The period of time between puberty and full maturation is
A. childhood.
B. adolescence.
C. adulthood.
D. preadolescence.

3. It is during middle adulthood that most people
A. reach emotional maturity.
B. begin to enjoy themselves because they are free of some past major responsibilities.
C. decide to have children.
D. experience physical and mental deterioration.

4. Most boys start puberty between the ages of
A. 10 and 16 years.
B. 16 and 18 years.
C. 8 and 14 years.
D. 13 and 16 years.

5. Peter’s grandmother has Alzheimer’s disease. His grandfather has been taking care of her, but he is finding this task to be more and more difficult as her condition worsens. Peter’s grandmother does not recognize family members, often gets violent, and has lost bladder control. Peter’s grandmother might best get the care she needs by
A. receiving assistance from a visiting nurse three days a week.
B. moving in with Peter’s family.
C. moving to a retirement community.
D. moving into a nursing home.

6. During puberty, the area under the arms and the pubic area show the appearance of
A. hair.
B. acne.
C. muscle.
D. body fat.

7. As females reach puberty, hormones cause
A. the shoulders to broaden.
B. the voice to deepen.
C. the hips and pelvis to widen.
D. hair to appear on the face.

8. Menarche occurs because of
A. the effects of testosterone and progesterone.
B. the effects of estrogen and progesterone.
C. the effects of estrogen only.
D. the effects of progesterone only.

9. The hormone that causes many of the changes that males experience during puberty is called
A. progesterone.
B. estrogen.
C. testosterone.
D. menarche.

10. Which of the following is a change that accompanies menopause?
A. A thinning of the bones
B. An increase in the frequency of ovulation
C. Increased stamina
D. An increase in estrogen

11. At what age does the stage of older adulthood start?
A. 21
B. 35
C. 55
D. 65

12. During older adulthood, a person will most likely confront issues related to
A. career.
B. retirement.
C. marriage.
D. having more children.

13. One of the mental and emotional changes that occurs during adolescence is
A. a greater ease in managing emotions.
B. the start of menstruation.
C. a new desire for independence.
D. an increased dependence on parents.

14. What is one emotional situation a person may experience during middle adulthood?
A. Coming to terms with the meaning of life
B. Sadness that children are leaving home
C. Moving to a retirement home
D. Muscle tone and strength begin to diminish

15. One of the many social changes that occurs during adolescence is
A. that relationships with friends become more important.
B. that your feelings get hurt very easily.
C. an increased need for parental interaction.
D. an increase in hormone levels.

16. A person with _____ experiences loss of short-term and long-term memory.
A. Parkinson’s disease
B. Alzheimer’s disease
C. cystic fibrosis
D. heart disease

17. Jessica’s grandfather lives alone and still works. He told Jessica that he is concerned about what might happen if he could no longer work. Jessica’s grandfather is concerned about
A. his ability to remain physically independent.
B. losing his mental abilities.
C. his financial security.
D. forced retirement.

18. Perhaps for the first time in their lives, young adults enjoy
A. financial independence.
B. emotional stability.
C. spiritual growth.
D. physical health.

19. For _____, health risks shift from accidents and injuries to illnesses such as heart disease and cancer.
A. children
B. adolescents
C. young adults
D. older adults

20. It is important for teens to _____ their friendships to make sure their friends are good for them.
A. restrict
B. evaluate
C. control
D. value

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okay i heard that apple cider vinegar helps with alot of stuff like this…………Helps ease the itch and rid chiggers
Helps with hot flashes in menopausal women
Helps treat insect bites and skin allergies
Helps relieve and heal poison ivy
Helps prevent heart disease and stroke
Helps soothe and heal a sunburn
Helps rid head lice
Great for your joints
Great for arthritis
Gets rid of bad breath
Great anti viral and anti bacterial agents
Use a cup in as a hair rinse – makes your hair shiny
Gives you relief of pollen, food and pet allergies (I need that)
Treats your sinus infections
Helps reduce the risk or tumors
Help rid warts
Reduces total body stresses and tension
Helps treat hemorrhoids and varicose veins
Great for acne, and skin problems
Helps lower your high cholesterol
Helps heals your wounds and skin abrasions
Helps retain your youth
Can act as an appetite suppressant and aid in weight loss
Helps prevent osteoporosis
Helps rid the common cold
i want to try it but i heard it also helps you lose weight but i don’t want to lose weight if i dring this but i don’t work out or try to lose weight will it make me lose weight……….and what kind of apple cider vinegar can i drink…….if i drink too much will it get me sick?
i see theres also pills but i perfer the drink because i’m afraid to over dose myself and is this something i need to talk to a doctor about

Okay so I have a 4 month old son and are breastfeeding, about a month ago intercourse became very painful, not just dry, but it feels very tight inside,so I went to my OBGYN and he prescribed me premarin cream and it worked for about 3 weeks, after that when I used it the last time about 2 weeks ago, I started having very bad cramps, headaches, and I noticed my a little hair loss, which are all common side effects, so I quit using it, its not worth it to have cramps that bad to me. So now intercourse is painful again, Is there any other method that I can use or anything I can do to help this problem? Please any info you can give me will help. Thank you

im wondering if im menopausal im tired rapid heart beats after drink coffee weight-gain very fast head aches depression confusion with writing i forget the words or driving i don’t see things panic itchy skin hair loss im 48 i still get my monthly but its changing to only 1-2days and about every 5 weeks now im now getting worried can you give advice thanks
with hot flushes after going back to coffee in more then 2 yrs ( one aday ) and the hot feeling stays with me for ages, im gaining weigh fast im tied itchy shin lots of hair lose in the morning i see it fall out at times when i shower its there and through out the day its coming out…confusion, are these symptoms thanks..still have a period but for a day only now thanks