Patient history more than just medical facts
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 77 years old. When I go to a new doctor, there is always that past history form to fill out. I know to include current medications, including ... Continue Reading →
Meniscal tear in knee might not need surgery
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DEAR DR. ROACH: While chasing my cat, I dove to the ground and both my knees took a beating. They were bruised but felt fine. A few days after this, ... Continue Reading →
Removal is best option for tumor inside kidney
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 62 years of age and in excellent health. I run or hike 3 miles or more on most days, and road bike, swim and weight train. I eat sensibly, and ... Continue Reading →
There’s no such thing as ‘cure’ for autism
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DEAR DR. ROACH: A friend took her autistic son to a clinic in Mexico where he was fed a bleach solution that was supposed to cure his autism, but instead it made ... Continue Reading →
Myasthenia gravis hits nerve/muscle juncture
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DEAR DR. ROACH: What can you tell me about myasthenia gravis? My dear friend was diagnosed with it and hospitalized for eight days. She ... Continue Reading →
No miracle supplement can cure heart disease
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I ran across a recent article of yours about carotid artery stenosis. In this article you state that “there is no miracle food, drink or supplement ... Continue Reading →
Homemade ‘Foot Box’ relieves night cramps
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a very healthy 74-year-old male. I am not on any medications and enjoy normal blood pressure and great stats from my regular bloodwork. I weigh ... Continue Reading →
Heart attack vs. stroke: Balancing the risks
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DEAR DR. ROACH: Your recent article on statins/strokes piqued my interest since you mentioned that statins might cause hemorrhagic strokes. My husband had ... Continue Reading →
TB test recommended only for those at risk
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a nursing student in my 30s and originally from the Philippines. As part of my testing, I had a skin test for tuberculosis, which was positive. ... Continue Reading →
Lifestyle changes can reduce risk of colon cancer
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 70 years old. I seem to be getting more polyps (which are removed). In the past five years, I have gone from one diverticulum to extensive diverticulosis ... Continue Reading →
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