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Breathing and Allergies

Breathing and Allergies

Living in smoggy air in Northern California has certainly made my asthma worse. Could it also be doing any damage to my heart?

Diabetes

Diabetes

Do I have to give up eating things like pasta and bread?

Brain Health and Memory

Brain Health and Memory

Memory loss or changes may have multiple causes or impersonators. What are some of them other than stress? Are early onset dementia symptoms recognizable by the person experiencing the symptoms?

Women's Health

Women's Health

I'm 53 and take Mimvey for hot flashes and sleeplessness. I've tried to stop but the symptoms return. Is there a "hump" to get over before they stop? How long is HRT recommended? Also, are my electrical and heart problems due to hormones? Can HRT help?

Heart Health

Heart Health

I'm a 42 year old woman. I run three to four times a week. My blood pressure is around 115/74. But I have horrifying heart palpitations at night. I'm exhausted. I did a 24-hour Holter monitor and am waiting for an event monitor.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

I've heard that you can't get pregnant during your period. Is this just an old wives tale? Should I be concerned about protection during this time?

Bones, Joints and Muscles

Bones, Joints and Muscles

How does menopause affect the joints and muscles in your body?

Children's Health

Children's Health

How old must a child be before a reliable hearing test can be done?

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