Category: ask-the-doctor

My doctor told me I have an enlarged heart. I have high blood pressure, but otherwise feel fine. What can you tell me about the causes, symptoms and treatment options for an enlarged heart?

I am a 66-year-old woman. My heart rate is in the fifties at times. Is this normal?

I was diagnosed with asthma 5 years ago, and my doctor prescribed an inhaler to use daily. I haven't had any symptoms for a year now, even though I stopped using my inhaler. Can asthma go away?

What causes stomach flu and how is it transmitted?

Which foods raise LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels?

I am a 41-year-old man who is getting back into body building and considering a protein supplement. How many grams of protein can the body digest and use at a time?

I have an acquaintance with rheumatoid arthritis. He was told to avoid potato and tomato because they absorb calcium and are bad for his condition. Is there any scientific support for this?

I have a high iron blood level. Should I be on a special diet?

I have gout. What should I be eating – or not eating – to get rid of it?