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Ask the doctor: Is it okay to drink alcohol if I have an implanted defibrillator?

You have said that alcohol can cause heart rhythm problems. I have an implanted defibrillator. Is it okay for me to drink alcohol?

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Heart Beat: HDL function, not just amount, could affect artery health

Research suggests that some HDL cholesterol is stronger, enabling it to pull more cholesterol out of white blood cells.

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Acupuncture for ED?

Research is beginning to consider the possibility that acupuncture may help some men with erectile dysfunction, but the studies conducted so far have found little evidence to support the theory.

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When patients suddenly become confused

Many people, especially those over 65, experience delirium during illness or hospitalization. In its more common form a person is likely to act withdrawn or appear drowsy, making diagnosis more difficult.

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Food allergies and food intolerances

Incidence of food allergy and food intolerance is increasing, though they are distinct conditions. Food allergies typically begin in infancy, and can be life-threatening if not outgrown. Food intolerance can cause discomfort but is generally less serious.

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Ask the doctor: Heavy bleeding, fibroids, and polyps

I am 53 and have experienced heavy menstrual bleeding. An ultrasound showed fibroids and polyps. My doctor gave me three choices: monitor with ultrasound, get a hysterectomy, or freeze the fibroids and polyps. I am not sure what to do.

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Ask the doctor: Baggy eyes

What causes bags and puffiness around the eyes and dark circles underneath them?

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On call: Alcohol after a heart attack

My husband just had a mild heart attack, and now he wants to have wine with dinner every night. We’ve both heard that wine is good for the heart, but I’m worried that it may not be safe so soon after. I hope you can reassure me or restrain my husband.

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Ask the doctor: 10% brain myth

Is it true that we use only 10% of our brains?

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Let’s put the “public” in public defibrillation

Many people are reluctant to use an emergency defibrillator to attempt to revive a person in cardiac arrest, but the instructions are clear and simple, and taking action could save a person’s life.

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