DEAR ABBY: My sister, ”Dawn,” recently got engaged to a man I detest. They have been dating for two years. I don’t trust him, and I believe he is controlling her. He has lied to me and to my parents, and has strained Dawn’s relationship with our family by constantly making her choose between either […]
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Aquarius: Offer suggestions, but don’t take over
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anthony Mackie, 38; Jason Alexander, 57; Bruce Springsteen, 67; Mary Kay Place, 69. Happy Birthday: A moderate lifestyle and using diplomacy when dealing with others will help you get through this year unscathed. It’s important to follow through with your promises, so don’t offer the impossible. Emotions will take a […]
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Screening and treatment for prostate cancer are not obligatory
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband, who is paralyzed on the left side from a stroke suffered eight years ago, underwent a prostate biopsy five years ago. The biopsy released E. coli into his bloodstream, resulting in several days of hospitalization with sepsis, and several weeks of rehab in a nursing center, where he contracted MRSA. […]
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Profession of love comes too soon for divorcee now dating
DEAR ABBY: I’m a recent divorcee who has started dating again. I have been seeing this guy — also divorced — for a few months, and he recently told me he loves me. There’s definitely a mutual attraction, but I’m not ready for love again, which we’ve discussed in great detail. When I ask him […]
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Capricorn: Emotions and moneymaking won’t mix well
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Bonnie Hunt, 55; Scott Baio, 56; Andrea Bocelli, 58; Joan Jett, 58. Happy Birthday: Keep track and document what’s been going on so that you can move forward with clarity and the common sense needed to make wise choices in the future. Carrying emotional baggage is toxic and can spoil […]
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What causes pulmonary hypertension
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently was diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension after a long list of tests. I went to Boston and had the CPET (Cardio Pulmonary Exercise Test). Since being put on the drug Letairis and learning my exercise limits, I had been doing much better. This week, I have had four days of […]
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Husband’s new acting career gets bad reviews from family
HUSBAND’S NEW ACTING CAREER GETS BAD REVIEWS FROM FAMILY DEAR ABBY: I have been happily married for 20 years to an amazing man, ”Boyd.” Eight months ago, he left his administrative job to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming an actor. He is working hard on auditions and shoots, and I am very proud of […]
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Sagittarius: Speak up to make changes
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Derulo, 27; Luke Wilson, 45; Faith Hill, 49; Bill Murray, 66. Happy Birthday: Evaluate situations before you let your emotions take over, causing you to make assumptions and act out of character. Bide your time and let situations unfold naturally, and you will come out on top. Positive changes […]
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Leaking lymph causes lower-extremity swelling
DEAR DR. ROACH: Forty-five years ago, I had ovarian cancer. I had surgery, followed by 30 radiation treatments. Twenty years later, I was diagnosed at first with venous insufficiency, then with lymphedema in my lower extremities. I was on spironolactone for 15 years before I was told that a diuretic does nothing for either condition, […]
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Husband feels overworked at his job and in his bed
DEAR ABBY: I am 23, married for four years and have three children. My wife and I have always had strong sex drives. I recently accepted a dream job that pays very well. On the downside, I work 12 to 14 hours a day, and by the time I get home I’m exhausted. I love […]