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October 08, 2008

Ask Dr. Jay: Sex Headaches

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Hey Dr. Jay,

This is kind of an awkward question. Here's some backstory. I was with a girl at a party and she was giving me a handjob, and about halfway through I got this really bad headache in the back of my head. I let her finish because I didn't want to hurt her feelings, but it got worse as she continued. I took some Tylenol and let it go away. A couple days later, I was jerking off and the same thing happened. I haven't done it since and I'm wondering if this is a big deal and i need to go to a doctor. I don't live with my dad and obviously telling my mom about such events would be really awkward...and since id need her to go to the doctor(insurance), I'd rather not bring it up unless it could seriously be a problem. Hope you can answer this and not think its a joke or anything. Thanks!

I can definitely understand your concern. Only a small minority of people really enjoy severe pain and orgasms together as one. Most of us, however, like things to be all pleasant when stuff like orgasms happen. Horrible headaches when she's one-armed skiing on ya would definitely cause some concern. And thank you for asking me this kind of question. It's tough being out there all alone without easy access to someone who can help.

So...it sounds like you had the infamous sex headache. Contrary to what you may think, you're not alone - about 1% of all people experience a sex headache at some point in their life. It could have also been a simple neck muscle spasm that feels like a bad headache in the back of your head. Things tend to get tense in these situations and it's easy to pull some muscles. You should definitely see a doctor, especially since it sounds like it's affecting your sex life and it was your first time having such a headache. You could simply tell your mom that you've just been having a lot of headaches lately. You don't have to go into all the steamy details. If she needs to go with you, just ask her to step out of the room for a bit while you talk to your doctor privately. You're plenty old enough to ask your mom for a little privacy. If you'd like, come see us at Hello Health on Berry between N 7th and 8th. We're in the neighborhood and we'd be happy to help you sort this out.

To write your own question to Dr. Jay, send an email to askdrjay@freewilliamsburg.com!

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September 03, 2008

Ask Dr. Jay: Subway Warts And Coping With Crohn's Disease

Dear Dr. Jay,

I had these dryish, warty bumps on the inside of my fingers where I would hold a rail on the subway. Is it at all possible for me to get some sort of gross fungus thing on my fingers just by standing on the subway? Personally, I always try to sit or lean and don't even like touching the exit handle on the bathroom, but honestly I think that was the case.

—Finger Fucked

So I'm going to do my best to put this issue to rest. It's very unlikely that you'd get a fungal infection from casual contact with a subway pole or bathroom doorknob. However, the first thing we learn in medical school is never say never—damn near anything, and I mean anything, can happen and DOES happen. Fungi really like warm, moist environments like showers and locker rooms. The last time I put my hand on a subway pole, it wasn't warm nor moist. But it did feel like someone just slimed it with a slice of bologna.

So it's very unlikely you'd get a fungal infection from a subway pole or a bathroom doorknob. When was the last time I touched one of those things? Years and years and years ago. Catching something is nearly impossible, but I'm not taking any chances.

So wash your hands frequently and don't slime subway poles with bologna and we'll all be just fine.

Dear Dr. Jay,

I have Crohn's Disease—more accurately Ileitis, diagnosed ten years ago. I've largely been very lucky with it, and only get sick with bad abdominal pains and indigestion occasionally. However, I often have pain in my joints (knees, hips, back, and neck). I feel like an old person. I remember reading that this can be a symptom of my Crohn's. How can a digestive-specific disorder be connected to my skeletal system? Is there a way to treat this so I don't feel like I'm cracking all the time?

Thanks,
—Z

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August 25, 2008

Ask Dr. Jay

Dr. Jay Parkinson (image Noah Kalina)

The doctor is in! Dr. Jay Parkinson, the so-called "Hipster Doctor" of Williamsburg—featured on Gawker, The Brooklyn Paper and dozens of other places—will begin answering your health-related questions here, on FREEwilliamsburg.com. Effective immediately.

First order of business: we are hereby disposing of the name "Hipster Doctor." It's dorky. Jay hates it. And sure, he'll talk with you via IM, but he doesn't wear skinny jeans or use PBR for anesthesia.

He's now simply Dr. Jay, your friend, our doctor, and resident Williamsburg health expert. He wants to help.

If you're not familiar with Jay, he runs Hello Health which, uh, pretty much rules. They provide professional healthcare for a wired generation that often can't afford the premiums. From the Hello Health website

Once upon a time, going to your doctor was simple. You knew his first name, or perhaps just called him "Doc."? He lived just down the street and made house calls. And if you were sick, you would see him that day, because, well, you were sick.... Hello Health serves as your old-fashioned neighborhood doctor, remodeled for today's lifestyle, an experience found nowhere else in health care. And, on top of being accessible and affordable, we focus on you, as a real live, busy person.

We can do all that because we love technology, the Internet, and especially our iPhones. You can talk to us like you're talking to a friend: through emails, texts, phone calls, instant messages, or face-to-face conversations. Also, everything's online, from making appointments to accessing your records. It also helps we're close by, living and working in your neighborhood. We like talking with you and spending the right amount of time with everyone. We believe that good communication in a close relationship, whether you're feeling fit or not feeling well, is what keeps you at your best.

Now, Jay will also be answering your questions on this site. Next time you wake up bleary-eyed on a Saturday morning, with a blazing rash on your thigh, shoot a question off to Dr. Jay. He'll advise you on safe sexin'. Or, if you're just an everyday person with a mundane life suffering from a standard-issue virus, Jay can help too. Nothing's off topic. (Though he does get sick of jokes about gynecological exams). Just fire off an email to askdrjay[AT]freewilliamsburg.dotcom whenever you feel like it, and the Dr will be in weekly to answer your calls.

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