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10/01/2009 - Questions and Answers

High Serum Potassium

My 77-year-old grandmother is suffering from a high serum potassium level since she had gallbladder surgery. What causes this and what can keep it from getting too high? Read more

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10/01/2009 - Questions and Answers

Low potassium with prednisone

I recently was diagnosed with sarcoidosis and was put on prednisone. Now my serum potassium level is low. Read more

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10/01/2009 - Questions and Answers
Low potassium level

Low potassium level (or Hypokalemia)

Low potassium levels, a condition called hypokalemia, occurs when the level of potassium in your blood is lower than normal. Some of the symptoms of low potassium are fatigue and muscle weakness. Blood tests and electrocardiograms are used to diagnose low potassium levels.   Question My doctor said that I appeared to be on a low potassium. What are the dangers of having a low potassium? I am now taking diuretics and a potassium pill, but my potassium is still low. Read more

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10/01/2009 - Questions and Answers

Smoking and weight

Question How should I loose the weight I've gained since I quit smoking? Read more

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09/30/2009 - Questions and Answers
Colostomy Diet and Management

Colostomy Diet and Management

Question I am a 52yr old male and have a colostomy following surgery for bowel cancer. I would be grateful for any advice regarding suitable colostomy diet and management. Read more

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09/28/2009 - Questions and Answers

Breathing and blood pressure

Question I've heard you can lower your blood pressure by slowing your breathing. Is this possible? I'm trying to follow a healthy lifestyle, and taking my meds, but it would be nice to try a more "natural" way of treatment. Read more

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09/23/2009 - Questions and Answers

I am Over Weight and Smoking after Heart Attack but want to Stop my Medication?

Question I am 42 years of age, have high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, which I am medicated for and since my heart attack last year I have tried and tried to both quit smoking and lose weight. I take 6 pills a day - Crestor - Tricor - Zetia - Altace - Metoprolol and Plavix. I want to stop all these and see what happens but realize that since I had a Heart Attack and a Stent inserted that I will need to take something. Read more

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09/23/2009 - Questions and Answers

Concern over Dad's memory loss, confusion and mood swings

Question My Dad has trouble remembering, but he doesn't have any problems in everyday living. However, if he falls asleep sitting up, and then wakes up, he is confused and has a mood swing. My husband said this is a sign of hardening of the arteries. Is that true? He doesn't get confused if he falls asleep in bed, just when he sits up. Read more

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09/18/2009 - Questions and Answers

Pain After Gall Bladder Removal?

I had my gallbladder taken out five years ago and I still get pain on my right side under my ribs. I have had all kinds of tests done and they can't find anything. If I eat fatty foods, chocolate, sauces and so on, I get the pain about twenty minutes later.   Read more

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09/14/2009 - Questions and Answers

Is your gall bladder necessary?

Question What happens after the removal of the gallbladder? In other words, what takes on the role of the gallbladder after the surgery? Read more

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