DEAR DR. ROACH: Two years ago, I received the high-dose flu vaccine at my doctor’s office. It resulted in a severe case of SIRVA bursitis in my shoulder. I suffered for three months, taking Tylenol after getting two shots of steroid from my orthopedic surgeon and physical therapy. Since then I have been afraid to […]
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Couch potato seeks help for arthritis pain
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 72-year-old male disabled veteran. I started work out of high school in a factory where I did hard but not brutal work. Then went to Vietnam, where I injured my knee and had to be operated on. Next, I worked for an airline as a baggage handler then became […]
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One word can have different medical meanings
DEAR DR. ROACH: What’s the difference between a tubal pregnancy and an abortion? Are they the same thing? — J.K.S. ANSWER: The term “abortion” has several meanings medically, but most people think of only one type, the elective abortion. A “spontaneous abortion” is another term for a miscarriage. A “missed abortion” is when the fetus […]
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A strategy for the pneumonia vaccines
DEAR DR. ROACH: Whenever I go to my local VA clinic for a checkup, I’m asked if I want the pneumonia vaccine. I’m 70, and I wonder if that vaccine has proven to be beneficial. Thank you. — L.B. ANSWER: There are two pneumonia vaccines. One is the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine, often called by […]
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Libra: Do what's best for yourself
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Lautner, 27; Kelly Rowland, 38; Jennifer Aniston, 50; Sheryl Crow, 57. Happy Birthday: Don’t make excuses or take no for an answer. Be strong, dependable and ready to take on the world. Trust in your ability to get things done and to open doors that will allow you to […]
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Low-carb? Cut processed foods, but keep fruits and veggies
DEAR DR. ROACH: Would you be so kind as to send me a copy of your recommended low-carbohydrate diet? I have been trying to follow what I think it should be, but would like an expert diet on which to base my food selection. — K.H. ANSWER: There is no specific diet I feel comfortable […]
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Discovery of genetic disorder forces confession of affair
DEAR ABBY: Ten years ago, I had an affair with a married man that resulted in a pregnancy and then a miscarriage. I was also married at the time. Pathology testing revealed that the child had a rare genetic disorder inherited on the paternal side. My husband’s genetic test indicated that he was not a […]
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Volunteers needed for July 4 flag display
Dear Sun Spots: I again need to avail myself of your services.As part of the July 4 Liberty Festival celebration, there will be a tribute to the United States of America with a display of 50 state flags. I am the volunteer coordinator for this portion of the festivities. I am seeking participants willing to […]