Category: ask-the-doctor

Can chest X-rays dislodge or damage cardiac stents in any way?

I’ve heard that cooking vegetables makes them lose most of their vitamins and minerals. Is this true?

I’m at a steady healthy weight, but do use a lot of sugar in my hot tea. I usually drink from 2-4 cups a day, with 2 teaspoons of sugar per cup. Other than possible weight gain, are there any other drawbacks?

Is it possible to cure Type 2 diabetes?

My son is 4’7′ and weighs 83 pounds. His predicted height is 5’5′. We are a vegetarian family who eat eggs, dairy and soy. Could this affect his growth negatively?

My son has recently started blinking his eyes many times, especially when it is dark. Why is this happening?

I can’t decide whether I should get a flu shot. I am two months pregnant. What are your thoughts?

If I take blood pressure medicines and don’t really need them, will it damage my heart?

I have had black stools, and some weight loss. Could this signal a problem?

I eat fairly well, but I don’t take any vitamins or supplements. Should I be?