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Questions and Answers on Other Conditions

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11/09/2009 - Questions and Answers
Synovial Cyst: What is Synovial Cyst? How is it treated?

Synovial Cyst: What is Synovial Cyst? How is it treated?

Could you please tell me something about synovial cysts. My husband has one on his index finger. We don't know if this is serious, and who we should go to to remove it - a plastic surgeon? 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

Smoking and weight

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

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06/19/2009 - Questions and Answers

Family contact

Question How does a lack of family contact affect the older person? Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Surgery or truss for a hernia?

Question I am an 84-year-old with an umbilical hernia. Having had heart bypass surgery in 1982 I would prefer not to have surgery. But can you recommend a truss as an alternative? Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Screening to stay healthy?

Question I'm in very good health (for a 58-year-old woman). Is there any need for me to have CT scanning as a routine screen for any conditions, or should I just eat right, exercise, and enjoy life? Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Is office surgery safe?

Question A friend of mine wants to have liposuction done to help with her appearance. She says the doctor will do it in his office. It will be cheaper and more convenient. But I've heard that this isn't a good idea. Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Moustache removal

Question As a woman, I am embarrassed to have discoloration in the moustache area. How can I get rid of it? Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Obesity and reflux

Question I have acid reflux disease, and my doctor says this is because I'm obese. I'm only a little overweight for my age. I think he's wrong. Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Cold feet with diabetes

Question Since I developed diabetes I find my feet are always cold in bed - even when I put on an extra blanket. During the day they feel fine. Is there any connection with the diabetes? Read more

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