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Prediabetes metabolism is warning for future type 2 diabetes
My wife and I have been seeing stories on the news about something called prediabetes metabolism. Apparently, some people have it but aren't aware of it. We have never heard of this term before. What does it mean? Is there a test for prediabetes metabolism?
July 3, 2023
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Cheat days can stall progress on diet
I'm starting a low-carb diet to lose weight, and I plan to incorporate cheat days to help me stick with it. I don't see anything wrong with that, but my sister says cheat days are bad for your health, and that they teach you bad habits. Is that true? What is considered a cheat day?
June 30, 2023
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There is no such thing as a sunscreen pill
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding sunscreen pills, time-restricted eating, and colon cancer screenings.
June 28, 2023
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Wearing compression socks on long flights helps with DVT
My job requires a lot of travel, including long-haul flights. My mom says that I need to start wearing compression socks so I do not get a blood clot. I'm 27, not overweight and in good health. Plus, our company books lie-flat seats, and I always get up and walk around. Am I really at risk?
June 26, 2023
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Specially trained dogs can sniff out COVID-19 infection
Our kids are obsessed with a story they heard from a friend that dogs can tell when someone is sick with COVID-19. Is that accurate? I've read dogs can smell diabetes and cancer, but smelling a virus seems far-fetched. Might this have diagnostic value, or is it just a fun fact?
June 23, 2023
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Post-infectious cough usually treated with home remedies
I caught a cold and was sick for about a week. There wasn't anything unusual about it except that now I have a dry cough that won't go away. It gets triggered by cold air and gets worse at night. I was in a sauna recently, and it stopped. What's happening? How can I get rid of it?
June 21, 2023
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Endometriosis has no known cause, can be incredibly painful
I've always had very painful periods, but my doctors said that was normal. When I saw a new gynecologist, she diagnosed me with endometriosis. I had surgery, and it changed everything. Can you please write about endometriosis? I think it could be helpful to a lot of women.
June 19, 2023
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Updated COVID-19 vaccine recommendation includes bivalent shot
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding COVID-19 vaccinations, ulcers, and prostate issues.
June 16, 2023
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Peripheral neuropathy develops with other conditions
I would like to know more about peripheral neuropathy. It seems like it's pretty common, especially as you start getting older, but you never hear much about it. Why does someone get peripheral neuropathy? Are there drugs or treatments that can cure it?
June 14, 2023
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Pseudomonas bacteria prevalent in health care settings
I recently had a surgical procedure and was in the hospital for a few days. While I was there, I was diagnosed with pseudomonas. Can you please explain what that is? How do you get it? I was prescribed antibiotics, but it has not gotten rid of the infection. What happens next?
June 13, 2023
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Bowel issues evaluated through anorectal manometry testing
I have been having some problems with voiding my bowels, and my doctor has started talking about GI motility. Can you explain what that is? She also wants me to have something called anorectal manometry testing. I would like to know more about that, too.
June 9, 2023
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Both anxiety and high blood pressure affect many Americans
I have been having anxiety, and now my blood pressure is getting high, too. Are they related? I understand that medications might become necessary, but I would prefer to try nonmedical treatments first. Can you recommend supplements that can help to reduce these issues?
June 7, 2023
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Hospice care includes end-of-life planning
Our grandfather is 84 and has prostate cancer. He has been declining and has asked to stop treatment. He and his doctors decided that he will begin hospice care. What happens in hospice care? How do you choose a provider? We hope this can be done at home.
June 5, 2023
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Location of cervical osteophytes determines pain
I had severe pain in my neck and couldn't turn my head. I saw an orthopedist, and she diagnosed me with bone spurs on my vertebrae. Apparently, my choices are doing physical therapy, seeing a pain specialist or having surgery. Can you please talk about these options?
June 2, 2023
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Yearly physicals set baseline for health
I am baffled that what used to be a thorough and comprehensive physical exam is now just a few questions, taking some vital signs and a few blood tests. No checking your eyes, throat, glands or reflexes. No breast exam. Why has this changed? What constitutes a complete physical these days?
May 31, 2023
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High creatinine levels can indicate chronic kidney disease
A recent blood test showed my creatinine levels are a bit high. My doctor said it's something we need to watch because that can be a symptom of chronic kidney disease. Is high creatinine really that big of a deal? What can you do to take care of your kidneys and get lower numbers?
May 29, 2023
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Eagle syndrome causes sudden nerve pain in neck and face
My wife has been diagnosed with something called Eagle syndrome. Not a lot of medical providers in our area treat this type of illness. Any information you can give about it, including what treatments are available and which specialists we should see, would be helpful.
May 26, 2023
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There are several stages to fire ant bites
My husband and I were clearing weeds when I felt a sharp jab on my leg. I thought the weed whacker had kicked up a rock, but it was a bite from a fire ant. The pain was severe, as was the reaction. I got a huge lump, blisters and bright red skin. What can you do for fire ant bites?
May 24, 2023
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Several options for treating misery of motion sickness
If a flight I'm on has turbulence or if it descends too fast and the pressure drops, I get very nauseated. Why does that happen? I've tried motion sickness medication, but it makes me feel like I am in a tunnel. Even the nondrowsy kind knocks me out to where I can’t function. What else can I do?
May 22, 2023
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Visit to PCP should be first stop after onset of new symptoms
I am a 29-year-old man at a normal weight, and I eat a balanced and healthy diet. I've been having night sweats and sometimes also mild or moderate kidney pain. There is a history of cancer on both of my parents’ sides of the family. I'm not asking for a diagnosis, just advice on how to figure this out.
May 19, 2023
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