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I’m 60 years old. My blood pressure is around 130/80. In the past, I have always been told I have normal blood pressure. Now my doctor says I have “pre-hypertension.” What’s it mean? Do I need treatment?
My doctor says my elbow pain is due to tennis elbow. But I do not play tennis. Could you explain how this has come about and what I can do about it?
I try to eat a healthy diet – – lots of whole grains, vegetables and fruits. But it is causing me to have a lot of flatulence. Any suggestions?
I recently had an attack of gout. Now my doctor wants me to take drugs for my cholesterol and blood pressure. She says it raises my risk of heart attack. Please explain.
The top of my tongue has taken on a dark brown color and a fuzzy look. Certain foods taste different, but otherwise I feel fine. What might cause this?
I consider myself a healthy 62-year-old man. But I’ve just been diagnosed with high blood pressure. I occasionally use Sudafed when my nose gets stuffed up from a cold or allergies. Can I still take it?
I am a 60-year-old male with well controlled high blood pressure. Otherwise I consider myself healthy for my age. Are there risks to soaking in a hot tub?
My doctor prescribed lisinopril for me because I have diabetes, even though my blood pressure has always been normal. My blood sugar came down to normal on pills. Do I really need another medicine?
What kind of radiation causes thyroid cancer? What about microwave ovens and dental x-rays?
My doctor wanted to me to switch to the generic version of Lipitor to help me save money. But is it really the same as Lipitor?