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barry1010
This morning I was walking at pace through the large shopping centre when I had a sudden, almightly pain in the back of my calf.  It popped.  My leg nearly gave way. The intense pain lessened... ...
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ferlew
For many years now I have been treated for anaemia, sometimes my Hb is as low as 57,
When I last re ordered my meds on 22 Feb, the iron tablet request was rejected. Rang again today only to be told... ...
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barry1010
My elderly neighbour has just phoned a bit confused.  She has been told the problems she has standing up straight, weakness in her left side and difficulty walking are caused by a problem in her... ...
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lynbrown
Just heard a good program by Dr Mike Mosely, saying how helpful tumeric can be in cooking etc.  Can anyone confirm - or deny - that T1 diabetics can take tumeric?  Im sure I read somewhere you... ...
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Theblip
What year (even roughly) were parents in England first able to find out during a pregnancy what gender their baby was going to be, and at what stage of the pregnancy would that have been?
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Maydup
The GP receptionist phoned to offer Mr M a spring booster Covid vaccination. They're being offered to over 75's and vulnerable people. 
  But she only had one date to offer and we're away. She... ...
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1ozzy
..found my ideal outfit for my foray to the local shops! No bags needed, plenty of room for groceries.  https://www.pinterest.com/pin/343399540342296138/ ...
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1ozzy
.. winter is approaching down under. I was considering this outfit for my daily trudge to the local shop. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/377317275029167666/ Do you think I'll blend in with the locals... ...
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Vagus
Today I have had another phone call to check up on me, and a reminder that should I feel unwell for ANY reason I'm to contact them and they will fast track me to my GP...I doubt losing my footing... ...
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JinnyJoan
Have had a lot of pain with a back tooth which is resulting in pain in all of the gums. Gone to dentist 2 weeks ago and he said the back tooth is moving but use mouthwash and toothpaste - however... ...
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barry1010
If a person lives in a restricted space for any length of time, such as those confined to bed for months following a serious accident or illness, is the  eyesight affected? I am thinking they won't... ...
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hellywelly4
I've recently developed incontinence overnight. I'm waiting to be visited by the incontinence nurse but wondered whether anyone on here could recommend something for me. I've not been drinking... ...
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joko
Does perming lotion go 'off'? Does it just lose its properties & not work very well? Does it work, no matter what the age? Does it become dangerous? NB: Im fully aware that i dont have to use it, that... ...
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Bionicle5
Should I rinse my mouth with water right after brushing my teeth?
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ladybirder
There are so many women having boob jobs these days and a friend and I were wondering if men can tell the difference when they touch them.  We mean the reasonably sized ones not KP sized. I guess... ...
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hellywelly4
Where can I find this info please? I'm asking on behalf of a friend who's wife has very severe vascular dementia and I'm sure they would be eligible. She's a very dear school friend and have... ...
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Scarlett
I would love your thoughts on this! I have had a friend since university – 36 years- who only ever talks about his past break ups. he goes on and on and on and on. He rarely asks me any questions,... ...
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omarsolom
Hi, i'm 39M from Egypt, I've been taking an antipsychotic called Dogmatil for about a year or so, and of course these kind of medicines kills the libido, anyway, i stopped it gradually and now i'm... ...
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Spartypuss
Between a Cockney rebel and a Geordie lass ?
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netibiza
Any solutions? My.lastic earring back has stuck and is.solid  Cant move it. I've tried baby oil, wd40, and vaseline to no effect! Too small and painful to grab both ends and pull!

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