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Ask The Doctor: Adhesions After Appendectomy

I had an appendectomy almost nine years ago and lately have been having pain in the surrounding area. Is it possible I have adhesions as a result of that surgery? If so, what can I do to stop the pain?

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Author Posted on April 28, 2026May 1, 2026Categories ask-the-doctor

Ask The Doctor: Clearing Wax From the Ear

How do you clear wax build up in the ear?

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Author Posted on April 28, 2026May 1, 2026Categories ask-the-doctor

Can Lyme Disease Cause Vitiligo?

Could vitiligo be linked to an episode of Lyme disease?

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Author Posted on April 28, 2026Categories ask-the-doctor

What is neurodermatitis and how is it treated?

Years of relentless itching and thickened skin may reflect an itch‑scratch cycle. Creams alone may fall short and broader treatment may be needed.

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Author Posted on April 28, 2026June 23, 2026Categories ask-the-expert

What is neurodermatitis?

I have a persistent leathery rash with itching. My doctor says I have neurodermatitis? What does that mean? How is it treated?

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Author Posted on April 28, 2026Categories ask-the-doctor

Do all erectile dysfunction drugs have the same side effects?

Erectile dysfunction medicines act similarly but can vary in side effects, duration of action and food interactions.

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Author Posted on April 28, 2026September 22, 2026Categories ask-the-expert

Could switching from Zoloft to generic sertraline explain weight gain?

Switching from a brand-name antidepressant to a generic can raise questions about side effect changes such as weight gain.

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Author Posted on April 27, 2026August 27, 2026Categories ask-the-expert

Splenectomy and Shingles Vaccine

I am 60 years old. I don't have a spleen due to an accident at age 24. I had shingles as a youngster. Should I get the shingles vaccination?

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Author Posted on April 26, 2026Categories ask-the-doctor

Stopping Statin Drugs

Once you start taking Lipitor, do you have to stay on it for the rest of your life?

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Author Posted on April 26, 2026Categories ask-the-doctor

Timing of Prilosec Dose

Is it better to take Prilosec in the morning or evening?

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Author Posted on April 23, 2026Categories ask-the-doctor

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