Air date: 10/03/11
Dr. Oz Gone Wild: 50 Embarrassing Health Questions
Do you have issues? We all have issues. When you have a question about medical issues would you be too embarrassed to ask your doctor? Fear holds us back from doing a lot of things but could the fear of asking an embarrassing question mean ignoring a medical concern that requires attention? Shying away from medical question can result in a health issue going unresolved.
Everywhere he goes, people ask Dr. Oz a health related question – we all want free health advice! Find out the answers to the most embarrassing questions posed to Dr. Oz.
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Dr. Oz Gone Wild: 50 Embarrassing Health Questions
[This was the hardest show to blog! The
questions raced by with quick-fire answers. It was a frantic hour of
information with quick answers and no minute details. Keep in mind
this was about 43 minutes of show (minus commercials) covering 50
questions.
Questions 1 – 5 were shot out in high
speed with poor sound. Even watching the show a second time around, I
missed question number one. Questions 2 – 5 were asked but he
didn't always give an answer or solution to the issue presented.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #1:
Missed. I couldn't hear the question. Twice.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #2 What
can I do for knee pain? Dr. Oz
recommended glucosamine and chondroiten.
[Glucosamine supports the cartilage in
joints and chondroiten supports the ligaments and tendons.
Glucosamine is the most commonly recommended supplement for joint
support while chondroiten is the least recommended. Chondroiten lost
favor several years ago when it was circulated that it was a large
molecule and very difficult for the body to absorb.
The most popular combination is
glucosamine along with MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) and in particular,
at the store where I worked, Nature's Way FlexMaxTM
Glucosamine with MSM
http://www.naturesway.com/Products/Specialty-Products/14561-FlexMax-Glucosamine-with-MSM.aspx.
MSM is a form of sulfur which used to be quite prevalent in the diet
but processing removes the natural sulfur. MSM can help to address
the issue of join pain in addition to joint mobility. Further support
for the structure and mobility of joints may be provided by taking
MSM along with glucosamine.
When joint pain is discussed,
inflammation is typically
included in the conversation. Inflammation appears in the body most
often when tissue damage occurs. Turmeric,
curcumin and essential fatty
acids, like omega-3,
from fish oil are looked to for modulation of that pesky
inflammation.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #3:
What are these bumps on my arms?
Dr.
Oz took a look the bumps on the woman's arm and said they are a
classic rash. He did not, however, give any suggestions on how to
manage the bumps.
[From
the 3/12/12 episode, Dr. Oz provided a recommendation to help
manage body acne:
Consulting
with dermatologists, Dr. Oz said the best way to treat acne on the
body is the same way you would treat acne on the face. He what Dr. Oz
recommends using products with salicylic
acid or
benzoyl peroxide.
Cotton underwear would be best to prevent acne on the back side.
Shapewear, workout shorts, or yoga pants could make the problem
worse.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #4:
What can I do about thin finger nails?
Dr.
Oz says when he sees thin fingernails he thinks biotin deficiency and
recommends getting more B Vitamins in the diet.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #5:
What can I do about this birth mark?
A young woman
showed Dr. Oz a discoloration on her arm. Dr. Oz said it wasn't a
birth mark but stretch marks. No
answer was provided. [See Question #19 from this post from more about
stretch marks. Dr. Oz has said on previous shows that there is no
“cure” for stretch marks.
However, on the
5/2/12
episode, Dr. Oz did recommend a product to reduce the appearance
of stretch marks:
Dr. Oz shared that
he didn't think there was a good solution for stretch marks. Cocoa
butter doesn't always work for every person. Ms. Goldstein says there
is a product that can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks,
StriVectin Intensive
Concentrate for Stretch Marks. A topical form of niacin, Ms.
Goldstein says StriVectin can help reduce the appearance of stretch
marks in 12 weeks.
Cost for StriVectin
Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks: $135.00.
[Take a look at that ingredient list:
chemical after chemical on top of chemicals and even more chemicals.
I'll keep my stretch marks and $135 plus shipping, thank you very
much.]]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #6: Why
is my tongue discolored?
This audience member had dark, nearly
black, stripes on either side of her tongue. Medications can leave
stains on the tongue - she has been on antibiotics recently. Dr. Oz
recommended using baking soda to brush her tongue. Dip the brush in
baking soda then dip it into a little water and brush the tongue.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #7:
There is brown stuff in the ears
when cleaning with a cotton swab. Is that normal?
Wax build up in the ears is normal.
Using a cotton swab inside the ear causes the built up wax to be
pushed back further into the ear. Pushing that cotton swab too far
into the ear could puncture the ear drum. Dr. Oz recommends using
mineral oil in the ears at night
to dissolve the wax by morning.
[According to the website
HerbalLuxuries.com, mineral oil “is produced as the byproduct of
the distillation of gasoline from crude oil.” As a personal
rule, I only put gasoline in my automobile and not in my body,
certainly not in my ear. There are many ear health support products
on the market that contain ingredients that are recommended for
internal and external use. Most of these products are a base of oil
(often olive) along with garlic and mullein. NOW Ear Oil has these
along with tea tree oil, calendula and St. John's Wort oil.]
http://www.nowfoods.com/Products/PersonalCare/Products/M096498.htm
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #8: Is
it normal to have gas after an orgasm?
The nerve system and muscles of the
body have to let go to allow an orgasm to happen. Dr. Oz says don't
get hung up on having gas but to let the gas go to allow for
intimacy. He also suggests using Beano®
to reduce gas.
[Beano® is
a very nice enzyme product however it only contains one enzyme that
breaks down only starchy foods. If the gas is related to insufficient
breakdown of starchy foods then Beano®
would be wonderful however, if other foods are causing the issue –
fatty, protein, carbohydrates, dairy – then Beano® won't
help. Taking a supplement with all the basic enzymes to cover all the
common foods will provide a full spectrum support approach to
digestion. I like: Now Plant Enzymes
http://www.nowfoods.com/Products/M011553.htm
, Enzymedica's Digest http://www.enzymedica.com/products/Digest
and Digest Gold http://www.enzymedica.com/products/Digest_Gold
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #9:
My belly button smells
gross and I've tried covering the smell with perfume, is this normal?
Most people will find, if they check,
that their belly button has a distinct odor. What causes the odor?
Lint from clothing accumulates in the belly button then dirt from
dead skin cells gets in there along with sweat. The moisture from the
sweat holds in the lint and dirt creating an environment ripe for
bacteria to take up house causing the smell. While it is normal, it's
not good to have bacteria build up. Clean it out. [When was the last
time you thought to clean out your belly button? Yeah, me neither.]
Dr. Oz recommends using rubbing alcohol and cotton swab to clean out
the belly button.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #10:
My toe nail is discolored,
what should I do?
The audience member had banged her toe
causing trauma providing an ideal area for fungus and bacteria to
grow in the nail bed and destroy the ability to grow new nail. Dr. Oz
recommends a home remedy before more drastic pharmaceuticals: 5-6
drops of tea tree oil int sunflower oil [sunflower is a carrier oil
in this remedy and other oils may be used if sunflower is not
available]. Rub mixture onto the nail area frequently. This will
address the bacteria but not necessarily the fungus. [If the issue
remains after trying this remedy then talk to a podiatrist as the
issue may be caused by something else.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #11:
Is there anything I can do to get rid of acne
scars?
Wax and oil build up naturally in the
hair follicles which is a breeding ground for bacteria. The body
reacts by surrounding the the bacterial within the follicle and
creating a pimple. The pimple widens the pour, the pimple bursts,
then the body goes in to repair the tear in the skin. The tear may be
too deep and/or wide for the body to restore the skin to its
previously smooth, flat appearance ending up leaving a depression on
the skin otherwise knows as a scar. Dr. Oz recommends using a
collagen creams as a home remedy first before more drastic
dermatological procedures.
[Collegen, taken internally (click here
for more information on collagen supplements
http://watchingdroz.blogspot.com/2011/10/watching-dr-oz-93011-boosting.html
) or used externally supports the building of the structural network
of the skin. Collagen has long be recommended for reducing the
appearance of wrinkles and fine lines and also for cellulite as
discussed in the post mentioned above.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Questions #12 &
13: One woman says she gets a headache
after an orgasm and another woman says has fainted
when singing.
Both issues are
related to lower levels of oxygen in the blood during heavy breathing
situations such as singing or making whoopee.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #14:
Why do I get a headache when I eat ice
cream?
Known
as brain
freeze, the ice
cream headache comes
from eating or drinking something very cold on a hot day. Cold
on the roof of the mouth encourages the body to dilate blood vessels
to bring on warmth. Brain freeze usually lasts for a short time, 30
seconds on average, with rare cases lasting several minutes.
[For an in depth and dry scientific
explanation see bmj.com.
http://www.bmj.com/content/314/7091/1364.full
I heard on a morning news show recently that the “cure” for an
ice cream headache is to put the tongue on the roof of the mouth
providing warmth.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #15:
Why do I get eye boogers in
the morning?
Eye crust is typically an indication of
plugged sinuses. Dr. Oz recommended using a sinus/nasal spray to
moisturize the membranes and encourage the removal of mucus. [Saline
nasal sprays are very common and, according to label, can be used
multiple times per day as needed.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #16:
What can I do to stop my eye from
twitching?
Dr. Oz said to
limit caffeine to two cups per day.
[I felt this was
way too simplistic. Most of my life I have experienced eye and facial
twitches at some time or another. I have talked to a doctor about it
and he felt there was no underlying health concern and that I should
just be patient until it passes. The best help was for me to take
notice of what is going in my life when the twitches came and I
discovered they were all associated with stress.
So I visited one
of my favorite websites MayoClinic.com and learned a little about the
many causes for eye twitches.
Most eye twitches are harmless however
if it becomes chronic could be a sign of chronic movement disorder,
nerve or brain disorders. These potentially serious issues are often
accompanied with other facial or body twitches or other symptoms.
Causes of the harmless types of facial twitching, according to the
May Clinic are: alcohol, caffeine, fatigue, irritation of the eyes or
inner lids, sleep deprivation, over-exertion, smoking and stress.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Questions Regarding
Weight Loss
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #17:
Could a new low carbohydrate diet cause bad
breath?
Dr. Oz said, absolutely and to eat some
carbs along with 6 meals a day. The bad breath is an indication of
the body entering ketosis and
going into starvation mode.
[A low carb diet causes the body to go
into ketosis, a state when carbs are no longer ingested and the body
turns to fat for energy instead of the ingested carbs and ketones are
released into the blood. The body relies on carbs for fuel. In
particular, the brain runs on carbs and fat. Removing all carbs
causes the body to go into starvation mode which can have dire
consequences. High level of ketones in the blood is toxic and is
associated with low insulin levels as in diabetes. Low carb diets are
still very commonly used as a quick was to lose weight. Quick weight
loss can have many negative health implications and does not lead to
a change in lifestyle making it very hard to keep the weight off.
Check out MedialNewsToday.com for more information on ketosis.
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/180858.php
]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #18:
When losing weight, I've notice my hair
is thinning, what can I do?
Dieting too hard can rob the body of
certain nutrients especially those that support the hair. Keratin
is a protein that is part of the structure of the skin, hair and
follicles. Dr. Oz recommended eating a large egg or mixed nuts daily.
[LiveStrong.com recommends the
following foods as a source of keratin:
fish including tuna, shrimp, cod, and
beef. Vegetarian sources are legumes such as kidney beans and
lentils.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #19:
What home remedy can I use to get rid of stretch
marks from pregnancy?
Nothing! Dr. Oz said that only laser
treatments from a dermatologist can rid the body of stretch marks and
cocoa butter doesn't work.
[I have always heard of cocoa butter
and other moisturizing oils used as a preventative for stretch marks
during pregnancy. The idea is to being applying the butters and oils
at the beginning of pregnancy to provide the skin with ample moisture
and hydration before and while the skin stretches. WebMD.com talks
more about what products and procedures do and do not work. Note that
they too say there is no guaranteed cure and even laser surgery is
not a 100% removal option.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #20:
I tried colonics
and didn't lose weight, am I doing something wrong?
The colon has good and bad bacteria
lining its walls. A colonic, a liquid flush of the colon, removes
both the good and the bad bacteria and does not help with weight
loss. At most, a half pound will be removed after a colonic which
will quickly be gained back in the form good bacteria repopulating
the colon.
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #21:
I'm losing weight and tattoo
looks sad! Is there anyway to get it back?
Stretched skin is like silly putty.
Weight gain causes the skin to stretch and will stretch out tattoos.
[I have a wonky mole on my belly now that was stretched from
pregnancy and it won't go back to its normal shape, go figure.] When
the weight is lost too fast, the body is not able to bring the skin
back to its normal state so tattoos may not return to their normal
shape. Losing weight at the rate of one pound per week will allow the
body to adjust and give the skin a better chance to return to a more
supple state. [See my notes to question 11.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #22:
When I eat greens my stomach gurgles,
what can I do about that?
Greens are hard to digest. Dr. Oz
recommends mixing grains with greens.
[The body produces enzymes in the
pancreas to digest everything we eat and drink. The body also uses
enzymes that naturally occur in foods to break them down. As we get
older, it's harder for the body to produce enzymes and it's harder
for the body to extract enzymes from raw foods. When switching from a
diet focused on highly processed foods to one with nutrient-dense
fruits and veggies the body may need some time and support to adjust.
See the notes in question 8 for enzyme recommendations.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #23:
What can I do about my thighs
banging together when I walk?
Dr. Oz says to get more gentle cardiac
workouts, the kind that leaves you a little breathy, to burn more
fat.
[Dr. Oz and an audience member stepped
on these blue, squishy, half hall looking things but he didn't say
what they were. They both did some squats to tone and firm up the
thigh muscles. Really, the only solution is to lose weight and build
muscle. I don't know if another gadget is necessary to do this.
Simply doing squats would accomplish the same ends and you can do
those without any equipment. Check out Matt Furey and his Hindu
Squats. http://www.mattfurey.com/hindu_squats.html
I learned about these years ago and
they are really amazing. When I did them consistently I lost weight
and became stronger. When I get lazy, my thighs also bang together.
It's really more of a slap but neither are attractive. Hmmmm...I
should get back on that wagon and make some results happen!]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #24:
I lost weight and now my belly
button is large. Will it shrink when I lose the weight?
Dr. Oz says yes. The skin and belly
button will return to normal. If the belly button doesn't shrink it
could be umbilical hernia and which would require medical
intervention. [So in addition to keeping it clean, it's important to
know the size of your belly button.]
Dr. Oz Embarrassing Question #25: I
sweat all the time and the moisture goes through my clothes. Is that
normal?
Dr. Oz simply stated to avoid fabrics
that cling to the skin and instead, choose cotton which breaths and
is more comfortable.
[Another too simple answer so I visited
WebMD.com again.
http://www.webmd.com/healthy-beauty/features/is-your-excessive-sweating-caused-by-a-medical-problem
Excessive sweating not associated with
air temperature or exercise could be an indication of diabetes,
issues with the thyroid gland, heart concerns or it could be
associated with hormonal changes such as during pregnancy or
menopause. Sure, clothing can be an issue but there can be more to
explore when someone is concerned about sweating.]
***See part two of this post, dated 10/4/11, for questions 26 - 50***
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