DEAR ABBY: I need your advice. I’m a 66-year-old woman who has been single most of my life. I am semi-retired and don’t look or act my age. I recently met the man of my dreams on a dating app. We are the same age, and the attraction is mutual. However, there’s one thing I’m […]
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Slow-moving GI system might be associated with virus
DEAR DR. ROACH: My 30-year-old son recently was diagnosed with gastroparesis. This occurred a few months after having a norovirus infection. Is there a cure? Are there medications to help? What can be done to reduce the symptoms of nausea and belching? — C.R. ANSWER: Gastroparesis (from the Greek roots for “stomach paralysis”) is when […]
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Aries: Go somewhere you've never been
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Oscar De La Hoya, 46; Gabrielle Anwar, 49; Clint Black, 57; Alice Cooper, 71. Happy Birthday: Show how innovative you can be this year. Try something new; take a unique approach to handling both personal and professional responsibilities. A change will do you good and help you develop new skills. […]
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Daughter of an addict frowns on her husband's drinking
DEAR ABBY: My mother-in-law was a drug addict for most of my wife’s life. Because of this, my wife refuses to use any addictive substances, including alcohol. I enjoy having a beer or three occasionally. I never get drunk, just pleasantly tipsy. This happens maybe once a month. Every time I drink, she gets very […]
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Gemini: Keep your money locked up in a safe place
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Isla Fisher, 43; Nathan Lane, 63; Morgan Fairchild, 69; Blythe Danner, 76. Happy Birthday: Channel emotions constructively to avoid making mistakes. Take care of details personally so you’re not caught off guard by a regulation or stipulation that can put a halt to your productivity. There is no room for […]
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Adult child sees too much togetherness in family trip
DEAR ABBY: This spring, my entire family will be traveling 15 hours away for a wedding. I was excited about it until my family started making plans. I’m 21 and live alone, so I’m pretty independent from my parents. The thought of being around them 24/7 for a week straight drives me crazy. They took […]
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Pisces: Ignore pressure of snap decision
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shakira, 42; Christie Brinkley, 65; Brent Spiner, 70; Graham Nash, 77. Happy Birthday: Take care of the negatives in your life. Don’t get confused by the dichotomy that appears to haunt you this year. Separate the good from the bad, and deal with each and every situation yourself to come […]
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Burning tongue may be burning mouth syndrome
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a “burning tongue.” I’ve had it since my 40s. I’m now 84 years old. I could cook an egg on my tongue. It never goes away. I once mentioned this to my doctor, but she just shook her head and didn’t have a clue. I’m convinced I’ll never know what […]
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Wife resents being benched in favor of her brother-in-law
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 12 years. Things are generally good, but we keep having the same old argument related to his little brother. They have a close relationship, which is great, but I often end up feeling like I’m playing second fiddle to my brother-in-law. If I ask my […]
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Aquarius: Watch closely and put yourself first
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Harry Styles, 25; Ronda Rousey, 32; Big Boi, 44; Michael C. Hall, 48. Happy Birthday: Check out what others are doing before you decide to get involved. Problems with institutions and government agencies should be dealt with directly and with transparency. Clear up matters that are pending and move on […]