Month: August 2013

I am a 62-year-old woman in generally good health. However, I have suffered from Raynaud’s disease for many years. What treatments are currently available?

I was recently admitted to the hospital with bronchitis. The doctor said I have COPD. I am only 54. How can I prevent it from getting worse?

Can you become addicted to chocolate?

When I walk for about a mile, my leg muscles get very weak. After a 10 minute rest, I can walk again. How can I change this?

My 78-year-old father has macular degeneration. Is there anything that I can do to prevent this from happening to me?

What is behavioral activation therapy and how might it help my depression?

I’m having pains on the side of my face, and my doctor says that it’s postherpetic neuralgia. What is that?

My three-month-old granddaughter has been diagnosed with urine reflux. What might we expect?

Can I use medications after their expiration date?

I have hemachromatosis and have to get blood removed every 6 months. Am I at risk for clots and stroke?