Ask the doctor: Is it possible to reverse coronary artery disease?
I have coronary artery disease. Is this something I can have cured or get rid of, or is keeping it from getting worse the best I can do?
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Treating prostate cancer: No rush to judgment
Research affirms that allowing time to pass between prostate cancer diagnosis and surgery does not adversely affect the likelihood of a recurrence of the cancer.
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Red meat and colon cancer
A number of studies have shown a link between increased consumption of red meat and an increased risk of colon cancer. Dietary changes and regular exercise are the best options for reducing one’s risk.
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In the journals: Hormone therapy: Gallbladder risk is lower with a patch than a pill
Women who take hormone therapy have a higher risk of gallbladder disease, but a study found that women who received hormones through a skin patch or gel had a lower risk than those who took hormones orally.
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By the way, doctor: What can I do about chronic leukorrhea?
I’m a healthy 62-year-old and have developed a vaginal discharge and discomfort. Tests for vaginal infections have been negative. Nothing helps. I’d appreciate your thoughts on this problem, which my gynecologist calls “chronic leukorrhea.”
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Testosterone and the heart
Testosterone has been linked to cardiac risk factors like peripheral artery disease, but researchers are beginning to examine the possibility that testosterone therapy might be beneficial for men with heart disease.
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In the journals: Scientists discover how shift work may threaten health
People who work night shifts experience a misalignment in their circadian rhythms that can result in higher risk of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
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Comparing surgeries for stress incontinence
Women who suffer from stress incontinence have treatment options incluuding several established surgical procedures. Some women have had success with collagen injections to strengthen the tissue surrounding the urethra.
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Depression at perimenopause: More than just hormones
Research affirms a previously established connection between perimenopause and depression. However, an expected link between depression and hormone levels was not found.
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Ask the doctor: How long do I need to keep taking Plavix?
I need to catheterize myself. I had stents put in my heart and started taking Plavix. I sometimes see a tinge of blood in the catheter bag, though lately the blood flow has been more substantial. I am 88 years old. How long will I need to take Plavix?
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