DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 85-year-old female with an often low body temperature. I feel very warm, like I have a fever, but when I take my temperature it can be as low as 95 or 96. This has happened several times. I’ve heard that a low temp is just the same as a […]
Advice
Sagittarius: Spread optimism and positive thoughts
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Juan Pablo Montoya, 42; Kristen Johnston, 50; Gary Cole, 61; Sophia Loren, 83. Happy Birthday: A steady pace will take you where you want to go. Refuse to let exciting but unrealistic ideas or proposals cause you to veer in the wrong direction. Having a sound vision will help you […]
Daughter of self-centered mom craves a role model
DEAR ABBY: My mother is extremely self-centered. Ever since I can remember, everything has always been about her. That’s probably why she and Dad split. You can’t have a conversation with her without her turning it around and making it about her. I’m 25. I just want to have a regular conversation with my mom […]
Scorpio: Give-and-take should be a priority
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Zegers, 33; Alison Sweeney, 41; Jimmy Fallon, 43; Trisha Yearwood, 53. Happy Birthday: Consider what’s important to you. Rid yourself of the things you no longer need or want. Pay it forward and unclutter your life at the same time. Good times are fast approaching, and being prepared to […]
Epilepsy can result from measles complication
DEAR DR. ROACH: When I was young, I had mumps and chickenpox, and one type of measles (German measles?) when I was 16, and the other when I was about 18. I had three grand mal seizures within 12 months after the second round of measles. I was told that the seizures were a result […]
There are treatment options for diabetic neuropathy
DEAR DR. ROACH: What are the treatment options for diabetic neuropathy? What is likely to happen over time to someone with this condition? — M.P. ANSWER: Diabetic neuropathy is a condition of nerve damage associated with diabetes, both Type 1 and Type 2. It affects the long nerves of the body earliest, especially those to […]
Libra: Don't believe everything you hear
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Sudeikis, 42; James Marsden, 44; Jada Pinkett Smith, 46; Aisha Tyler, 47. Happy Birthday: Look for new possibilities. Expand your awareness and find out how far you can push your skills, attributes and the gifts you were born with. Showing discipline and understanding your depth and potential will help […]
Woman finds perfect partner, but still prefers to be alone
DEAR ABBY: I have been dating a great guy for a few months. He treats me well and seems to care about me and my family. He offers to help with the bills and cleaning my place. He’s also kind and honest, and he’s actually the first guy I have ever dated I feel I […]
Gemini: Offer love and affection instead of criticism
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jimmie Johnson, 42; Constantine Maroulis, 42; Doug E. Fresh, 51; Kyle Chandler, 52. Happy Birthday: Spend more time working toward achieving peace of mind. Consider what you want and what’s required to make that happen. Express your feelings and share your ideas with people you think have something to contribute. […]
Religious differences may doom couple
DEAR ABBY: For the first time in my life, I am in love. We met about a month ago. I know he’s the man I have waited my entire life to meet. I am 33, so I know what I feel isn’t just lust. We have one huge hurdle, though: religion. He’s actively religious, while […]