DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with a minor to moderate tricuspid valve leak, as well as a minor to moderate aortic valve leak and a trace mitral valve leak. My doctor says that there is no need to worry; he says we will just watch it. He also says that I can live a […]
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Leo: Socialize with friends
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Bow Wow, 31; Brittany Snow, 32; Matthew Gray Gubler, 38; Juliette Binoche, 54. Happy Birthday: Before you commit to something that will take up a lot of your time, make sure it’s something you truly want to do. You owe it to yourself to go after your dreams and to […]
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MAI is an infection that resembles tuberculosis
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 65-year-old woman in relatively good health. I’ve been diagnosed with a nontuberculous mycobacterial lung infection (mycobacterium avium-intracellulare, or MAI) leading to bronchiectasis. I’m taking three antibiotics (rifampin, azithromycin and ethambutol). I’ve been referred to specialists in both infectious diseases and pulmonary medicine. After several CT scans, the doctors have determined […]
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Newlywed rejects idea of second wife
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for seven months, and my husband wants a second wife, something I do not agree with. He says he likes helping people and has decided he wants a former lover to be a part of our marriage. Unfortunately, she is more than willing to sleep with him. Now he’s […]
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Cancer: Don't believe hearsay
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Van Der Beek, 41; Freddie Prinze Jr., 42; Camryn Manheim, 57; Aidan Quinn, 59. Happy Birthday: You’ll be torn between what you want and what’s offered. If you wait around for someone else to help you get ahead, you’ll end up back where you started. Take initiative and make […]
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Gemini: Look to new beginnings
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Laura Prepon, 38; Jenna Fischer, 43; Rachel Weisz, 48; Bryan Cranston, 62. Happy Birthday: Ongoing money, health and legal matters can be resolved this year. Your insight and determination will help you reach goals that were impossible in the past. Stay focused on what you are trying to accomplish and […]
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Post-back-surgery drop possibly nerve-related
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband had surgery two weeks ago to fuse his three lowest vertebrae due to degenerative disc disease. He had no issues with his legs or feet prior to surgery. Since the surgery, his back pain is gone, but his legs are extremely weak — he can walk only with a walker, […]
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Memories of assault revived by #metoo movement
DEAR ABBY: Years ago, my husband and I hosted a St. Patrick’s Day party in our apartment for friends. There was a lot of drinking going on. I had to be at work early the next morning, so I went to bed while the party went on. I awoke a short while later to one […]
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Taurus: Have open discussions
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shaquille O’Neal, 46; Connie Britton, 51; D.L. Hughley, 55; Rob Reiner, 71. Happy Birthday: You’ve got more going for you than you realize. Don’t be afraid to try something new or to do things differently. Follow the path that calls to you, not the one everybody else is taking. You’ll […]
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Antibiotics not recommended before teeth cleaning
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had two angioplasty procedures completed, one in 1999 and the second in 2014. Stents were inserted during each procedure. As a preventive measure, my dentist wants me to take four antibiotic pills (amoxicillin) before I see the hygienist. What is the reason for this? Do you feel it is necessary […]