Category: ask-the-doctor

Do I need to have an inguinal hernia repaired?

My father claims he can tell when it will rain because his back pain acts up. What’s the evidence?

I am a 66-year-old man. My doctor told me that I need to exercise more to maintain good health. What is the best exercise for a man my age? How often should I do it? What symptoms should I watch out for?

I am a 37 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 started retaining extra fluid. My doctor just prescribed Lasix. Do I need to take extra potassium?

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

For the past couple months, I get dizzy when I start to lie down or bend over. What could cause this?

Is it safe to take an NSAID with aspirin?

What medication can I take to stop post nasal drip?

I have bleeding ulcers related to peptic ulcer disease. What type of over-the-counter headache medication can I use safely?