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  • How long should I wait before drinking again?

    From July 1 until July 21 I was told to take 800mg of ibuprofen every 6 hours by my dentist for some inflammation I had in my jaw muscles. On most days I would take 3 doses some days only 2 but I took close to 200 pills over those 3 weeks.

    I'd really like to start drinking again but I wanted to know if it would be safe now or if I should wait a little longer?

    2 AnswersOther - Health10 years ago
  • Laptop screen went out - what could have caused this?

    The screen on my Compaq Presario A600 flickered black vertical lines across the screen then it went completely black and won't come back on. What are the worse and least things that could be wrong with it? What is the price range for repairs if it is worth fixing?

    4 AnswersLaptops & Notebooks1 decade ago
  • Where do you prefer to brush your teeth in the morning?

    I always brush my teeth in shower because it's quick and easy when I'm in a hurry in the morning. I guess I think I'm multitasking since I brush while the conditioner sits in my hair. My boyfriend thinks it's the grossest thing ever. I was just wondering if anyone else does this and why.

    8 AnswersPolls & Surveys1 decade ago
  • Negative tests, 3 weeks late.. am I pregnant?

    So, basically I am 3 weeks late. I went to the doc after 4 negative HPT and results were still negative when tested by the doc. Doc says come back if you haven't had your period in 2 weeks. I've NEVER missed a period and I ALWAYS have the worst cramps and bloating before my period. Now I just feel fat and bloated, achy especially in my lower back like crazy.. nausea, some diarrhea but mostly constipation and just blahhhhhhh.. I keep telling myself I'm not prego and I've tried every way in the world to relax and still no period. Baby's daddy told me way before I was late that I was pregnant and it wasn't until I realized how late I was that I started to think I was with my symptoms. Even my mom has said something to me before she even knew I was late.. that wierds me out! What should I do? My last test was last week at the doc.. Our method of "birth control" was withdrawling so we all know how well that doesn't work..

    Also, I'm 22 - he's 23.. we weren't TTC but if it happens, it happens. I won't be getting an abortion and I really don't want any judgementaly comments about my lifestyle and whatever because that is so discouraging to anyone who is trying to get a simply question asked.. but other than that thanks so much for your help!

    6 AnswersPregnancy1 decade ago
  • Negative tests, 3 weeks late.. what do I do?

    So, basically I am 3 weeks late. I went to the doc after 4 negative HPT and results were still negative when tested by the doc. Doc says come back if you haven't had your period in 2 weeks. I've NEVER missed a period and I ALWAYS have the worst cramps and bloating before my period. Now I just feel fat and bloated, achy especially in my lower back like crazy.. nausea, some diarrhea but mostly constipation and just blahhhhhhh.. I keep telling myself I'm not prego and I've tried every way in the world to relax and still no period. Baby's daddy told me way before I was late that I was pregnant and it wasn't until I realized how late I was that I started to think I was with my symptoms. Even my mom has said something to me before she even knew I was late.. that wierds me out! What should I do? My last test was last week at the doc.. Our method of "birth control" was withdrawling so we all know how well that doesn't work..

    4 AnswersWomen's Health1 decade ago
  • What are some of the major differences between Lutheran and Southern Baptist religion?

    I was raised Southern Baptist. I haven't been to church in a while since I moved and haven't found a church I really liked. When I do go to church I try to at least go to a Baptist one or a "Church of God" type place. But I'm dating someone that is Lutheran. He's in the same boat as me with the whole going to church deal. I'm going to his families church with him at the end of August and I just realized every religion is different .. I know DUH.. but it wasn't something I'm overly concerned with. But anywaysss..

    My question is basically what should I expect? I've been to a Catholic service before and was completely lost.. didn't know what I was doing or anything! Are the beliefs and morals basically the same? Do they do communion every Sunday? I don't want to get there and look like an idiot! Thanks so much for your help in advance!

    8 AnswersReligion & Spirituality1 decade ago
  • What type of dress could I wear to church on a Sunday morning then wear out that same evening?

    My "boyfriend" and I are meeting for the first time since he left about 4 months ago. He's in the Air Force and I want to match his uniform so we'll look cute for the pictures we'd take at church and stuff. After doing stuff with his family that afternoon we're going to go downtown for the night and grab dinner, a few drinks, just spend some much needed time with each other. I want to be able to wear the same dress all day with maybe a few changes like different shoes, bolder earings for night.. that sort of thing.

    I want to look hot that night but respectable and modest that morning for church. I was thinking along the lines of a baby blue/light blue color.. maybe white but completely depends on the style of the dress. Khaki wouldn't be bad either. I want a summer 'ish cut and light fabric.. I'm having trouble desciding. Any help is appreciated!

    I don't know if it makes a difference but it's a Lutherian church.. pretty old school from what I hear.

    Thanks!!

    7 AnswersOther - Beauty & Style1 decade ago
  • When writing letters to get to know a person, what do you write about that won't seem so self centered?

    Ok, so I'm currently "talking" to this guy I have never officially met before while he is finishing up technical training for the Air Force in Texas. After talking on the phone a couple of times we realized how much we had in common. Now that school's ending soon and he's got about a month and a half left he doesn't have too much time to shoot the breeze on the phone. So we've started letter writing but I'm having trouble.. I want him to know more about me, my personality, my life, my plans.. that sort of thing.. BUT I don't want to sound self centered, conceeded, or anything else that would make him think those things.. We meet in a month and we have so much in common! I just don't know where to start in a letter..

    See additional info for the background of the situation - thanks in advance! : ]

    1 AnswerOther - Society & Culture1 decade ago
  • When writing letters to get to know a person, what do you write about that won't seem so self centered?

    Ok, so I'm currently "talking" to this guy I have never officially met before while he is finishing up technical training for the Air Force in Texas. After talking on the phone a couple of times we realized how much we had in common. Now that school's ending soon and he's got about a month and a half left he doesn't have too much time to shoot the breeze on the phone. So we've started letter writing but I'm having trouble.. I want him to know more about me, my personality, my life, my plans.. that sort of thing.. BUT I don't want to sound self centered, conceeded, or anything else that would make him think those things.. We meet in a month and we have so much in common! I just don't know where to start in a letter..

    See additional info for the background of the situation - thanks in advance! : ]

    8 AnswersOther - Arts & Humanities1 decade ago
  • When writing letters to get to know a person, what do you write about that won't seem so self centered?

    Ok, so I'm currently "talking" to this guy I have never officially met before while he is finishing up technical training for the Air Force in Texas. After talking on the phone a couple of times we realized how much we had in common. Now that school's ending soon and he's got about a month and a half left he doesn't have too much time to shoot the breeze on the phone. So we've started letter writing but I'm having trouble.. I want him to know more about me, my personality, my life, my plans.. that sort of thing.. BUT I don't want to sound self centered, conceeded, or anything else that would make him think those things.. We meet in a month and we have so much in common! I just don't know where to start in a letter..

    See additional info for the background of the situation - thanks in advance! : ]

    1 AnswerSingles & Dating1 decade ago
  • How accurate is an ultra sound at figuring out the due date and week of baby?

    How accurate is an ultra sound when they look to give a due date? My last period started on April 15 and I had sex on April 23 with Guy A. and then May 14 and May 21 with Guy B. I'm about 6 days late with 2 neg. test. I'm going in for a blood test today.. but based on that info.. Who would be that father? or Is it too soon to tell?

    Guy A - used protection properly the WHOLE time and was very careful.

    Guy B - used protection properly most of the time and may not have been as careful both times.

    Thanks!

    4 AnswersPregnancy1 decade ago
  • Am I pregnant or over reacting??

    For the past 10 days I've had the worst lower back pains and indigestion/heart burn. I'm 3 days late today and I have headaches on and off when I rarely use to get them. There is also this wierd feeling below my belly button in the abdomen area. It's almost like a dull cramping with a constant tight or heavy feeling. Laying on my back is very uncomfortable and I often get this shooting cramp and tightness in the vagina area.

    The only time I had sex since my last period was on April 23rd and we used a condom. I was not taking BC at the time either. I took 2 HPT and they both came back neg. Normally I would have called it a day after the first neg.. but for some reason I just don't think it's right. I "feel" pregnant.. although I've never been pregnant I just feel different?

    Is it too soon to be testing? Am I over reacting? I'm not worried about being pregnant.. it's why I would feel like this if I wasn't pregnant that scares me. I have an appointment friday. Thanks for the help!

    9 AnswersPregnancy1 decade ago
  • Will this help prevent testicle problems like cancer, for my dog? FYI **GROSS but SERIOUS question**?

    I decided not to have my puppy nuetered. He's right around 7 months old and a 3/4 shih tzu 1/4 pkgnese(SP) mix. The vet said that if I wasn't going to "use" him for mating purposes then he needed to be nuetered because later in his life he could develope testicular problems and maybe even cancer.

    I don't intend on letting him mate.. BUT.. (this is the gross part) he has this stuffed lion twice his size that he just loooooves to go to town on. He will hump that thing to the point of exhaustion probably 4 times a day. I figured it was better than having him hump my arm.. or leg.. ect. I think he pretends its another dog because he rough plays with it, grooms it, and sleeps with it when he's not with me.

    So, my question is: Is my dog old enough to be mating? Can "releasing" on his lion be the same as doggy sex? ..meaning if it is I won't have to worry so much about probs later from not being nuetered?

    Thanks for your help. Any advice or stories is appreciated!!

    18 AnswersDogs1 decade ago
  • Where do you think religion is heading in the 21st century?

    With all the wars.. scientific discoveries.. Al Gore movies.. going "green".. ect.. where is our religion going in this 21st century??

    Religion has come a long, long way and has been around for a long, long time. It has made its way in to hundreds of different cultures evolving into new religions in order for it to continue to spread.

    Is this a turning point for religion? Will there be some sort of new "hippy".. enviromental spin off of the traditional christianity that we have today? People are looking for answers to why things happen, why they exsist, where they came from. Science can give answers with proof. Therefore, faith is no longer required if seeing is believing. Do you think that some of our basic practices will fade away.. like the concept of faith or prayer?

    Where do you think this will be in 50 years? Will it make the world a better place? Or is this just another cause to fight a war over?

    14 AnswersReligion & Spirituality1 decade ago
  • Do you think that religion enhances our lives? or do you think it does more hindering?

    I keep riding the fence on this one and just can't come to a decision. Does religion ultimatly enhance our lives? Every good feeling and honest action I make, is it a result of practicing religion? But on the other hand does all of my guilt and misfortune come from the constant worry or struggle to practice religion?

    One or the other, Do you think that religion enhances our lives or hinders our lives? and.. WHY.. I can't get around thinking so "biasedly"...

    7 AnswersOther - Society & Culture1 decade ago
  • Seriously, is this some sort of deadly obsession?

    I had minor OCD&was RX Adderall XR (50mg/day)&Lexapro (20mg/day).. Now out of no where I have MAJOR OCD.. it started with tweezing out 1 ingrown hair on my leg. An hour later I was still tweezing but they were just hairs on my legs. I can't help but do this for 2 sometimes 3 hours a day. The pores where the hairs were have swollen up&they're sores. My skin is dry&itchy so I scratch all the time until I bleed. When I go to clean it off with an antibacterial spray I HAVE to pick every scab on my legs.

    I also do this with my scalp if my legs aren't easy to reach. I pick at my part..scratch..feel around for bumps or something..It's so painful to wash&I'm constantly moving my part over to side more&more because of redness&scabbing.

    Will these ever heal at the rate I'm going? Would I have to get my leg amputated if an infection were to accure? What's the best cream to use? How should I bath? What can I do about my hair?

    Thanks for the help!

    3 AnswersSkin Conditions1 decade ago
  • What makes it unhealthy to eat raw cookie dough&do the number of calories change once the dough is bake?

    I've always wondered why it's so bad to eat raw cookie dough. If it was so terrible then why do they make cookie dough ice cream? What's in it that causes people to say that?

    IF it's true, then what's the probability of really becoming sick, the amount you would need to consume, and the side effects or complications I should expect?

    AND.. since the chemical composition of the dough changes when it's baked into a cookie does that mean the number of calories change also? If so, aproximatly how many calories would it fluxuate?

    5 AnswersDiet & Fitness1 decade ago
  • What makes it unhealthy to eat raw cookie dough&do the number of calories change once the dough is bake?

    I've always wondered why it's so bad to eat raw cookie dough. If it was so terrible then why do they make cookie dough ice cream? What's in it that causes people to say that?

    IF it's true, then what's the probability of really becoming sick, the amount you would need to consume, and the side effects or complications I should expect?

    AND.. since the chemical composition of the dough changes when it's baked into a cookie does that mean the number of calories change also? If so, aproximatly how many calories would it fluxuate?

    9 AnswersOther - Food & Drink1 decade ago
  • Is this costume too risky?

    So, me&my friend are going to all the halloween partys tonight. One bar inparticular is having a costume contest. We didn't want to be something plain&we wanted to be a couple.. So we came up with being the 2 pageant girls that caused all the trouble with Trump&almost got their titles taken away.

    We'd wear pageant dresses with smeared looking make-up, a crooked crown, carry around wine glasses, have a little powder under our nose&sashes with our titles on them&we'd just party-up&demonstrate the same behavior that got them in trouble!

    We love the idea, its just that.. would it be too controversial? Would any one know who we were and would they think it was funny? Do you think we could win?

    Thanks!!

    9 AnswersHalloween1 decade ago
  • Will taking this combo of meds be safe?

    I take 20mg of Lexapro and 25mg of AdderallXR first thing in the morning. I take another 25mg of AdderallXR about 5 hours after the first dose. I'm feeling some extra drag this evening and I still have a long night ahead of me. Will it be alright if I took a 150mg Wellbutrin XR on top of all that to give me that extra boost? I want to be able to go to bed later tonight so thats why I didn't think about taking another AdderallXR, plus I only have so many that I figured I'd use some of my extra WellburtinXR.

    Basically, I don't want to fry my brain or die.. lol Thanks for your help.

    Also, I am prescribed those for ADD, OCD, and Panic Disorder. I have different extra meds from sampling to see what worked. 150mg of WellbutrinXR just wasn't strong enough and didn't last long enough.

    2 AnswersOther - Health1 decade ago