DEAR DR. ROACH: In December, I developed an abscess in my jaw from food getting caught in my tooth. I went to see a local dentist who prescribed clindamycin and metronidazole. I came down with a case of C. difficile. I have since found evidence that multiple antibiotics and clindamycin are causes of C. diff. […]
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Sagittarius: Don’t allow people to pressure you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Stephen Amell, 38; Enrique Iglesias, 44; Melissa Gilbert, 55; David Keith, 65. Happy Birthday: Know what you want before you decide to discuss your plans. Preparation will be the key to your success this year, so don’t try to whizz your way to the top without strategy and structure in […]
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Postnasal drip from dust mite allergy triggers cough
DEAR DR. ROACH: For months, I have had a persistent cough that I have been unable to get help with. I saw an allergist about three years ago and was told I am allergic to dust mites (I understand a large number of people fit into this category). I was first referred to a lung […]
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Man’s private mailbox leads wife to question finances
DEAR ABBY: I have been happily married for more than 40 years. Since he retired a couple of years ago, it has come to my attention that he has been getting mail at a separate private mailbox. I don’t see a good reason for this, and it is weighing on me heavily. I don’t want […]
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Scorpio: Impress people with your subtle approach
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alexander Ludwig, 27; Sydney Leroux, 29; Breckin Meyer, 45; Amy Heckerling, 65. Happy Birthday: Look at every angle of a situation before making a decision this year. You can manufacture positive options using your intelligence, experience and the strong connections you’ve made with people who have something interesting and unique […]
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Medical history helps physicians better understand patients
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 OTC and allergies, but how far back should I go? Should I include the tonsillectomy when I was in grade school (I don’t […]
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Daughter tries to mediate among estranged family
DEAR ABBY: My sister “Thea” has distanced herself from the family. I understand why she did. Our parents were mentally, physically and emotionally abusive while we were growing up, with one who instigated the issues and the other taking it out on us kids. I feel stuck in the middle of chaos. My parents have […]
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Libra: Prepare to stand up for your rights
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gabourey Sidibe, 36; George Clooney, 58; Tom Bergeron, 64; Willie Mays, 88. Happy Birthday: Detail and precision, along with originality and innovation, will capture attention and bring you closer to your long-term goals. Taking care of your personal finances, health and contractual changes will ease your mind and free up […]
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Meniscal tear in knee can usually be diagnosed without MRI
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, my left knee started to bother me. I put on a brace to see if that would help (as it usually does), but it didn’t. […]
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Son’s visitation will include meeting Mom’s live-in beau
DEAR ABBY: I am going through a nasty divorce. My sons, ages 4, 11 and 12, live with my husband, 1,000 miles away. They will be with me for summer vacation. This will be the longest stay they will have with me, and I’m not going to lie — I am excited and nervous at […]