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A case of misdiagnosis or creatine to the rescue?

DEAR DR. ROACH: Last year, at age 76, I developed extreme pain in my shoulders, both wrists and even leg joints following a surgery. I was diagnosed with shoulder arthritis. It felt like every movement caused pain. I got injections and could barely drive. Finally, it was controlled with prednisone and a senior gym class, […]

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Gemini: Enjoy your surroundings

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Lochte, 32; Tom Brady, 39; Martha Stewart, 75; Tony Bennett, 90. Happy Birthday: Don’t let the past hold you back. If something isn’t right, walk away and put your energy into something that is. Don’t be afraid to start something new in order to reduce the negativity in your […]

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Woman must pick right time to reveal she can’t have kids

DEAR ABBY: I’m an attractive 30-year-old woman just out of a five-year relationship. I am starting to date again, but I have a complication — I cannot have children. I am wondering when the right time to bring this up with the men I meet would be. After a few dates seems too soon; however, […]

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Mercury testing not recommended unless symptoms present

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a healthy, 54-year-old female who recently found out from a blood test that my mercury level is 17. I do not eat meat, but I do eat quite a bit of seafood, including sushi. I got tested because I eat a lot of seafood and know that mercury can be an […]

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Taurus: Teamwork will lead to success

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hallie Eisenberg, 24; Sam Worthington, 40; Kevin Smith, 46; Mary-Louise Parker, 52. Happy Birthday: Consider what you have to offer the world and do your best to shine brightly among your peers. Do what makes the most sense to you, but don’t force your views on others. Once you identify […]

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Couple’s long-ago ties can be bound up again

DEAR ABBY: Forty-five years ago I had a mistress. My wife knew about her. Both of our spouses have now passed. I have found her address on the internet, and I’m debating if I should contact her. What do you think? — UNSURE IN IOWA DEAR UNSURE: Because you are both now unencumbered, I don’t […]

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Cataract surgery complicated, not ruled out, by rare syndrome

DEAR DR. ROACH: I went to the ophthalmologist to have my eyes evaluated. After a series of tests, he told me that I have a cataract and normal eye pressure, but I also have a rare inherited disease called pseudoexfoliation. He said it will cause many complications if I have cataract surgery, and then he […]

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Aries: Consider updating your look

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: La’Porsha Renae, 23; Madison Bumgarner, 27; Adam Duritz, 52; Robert Cray, 63. Happy Birthday: Keep your momentum going. The challenges you take on this year will change your life and encourage you to make adjustments that will help you find greater peace of mind. Aiming for greater stability in all […]

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Couple faces major relationship choice

DEAR ABBY: My partner, ”Andrew,” and I have been together for four years. I’m a high school teacher, and he works for a major department store. Andrew has always wanted to be a flight attendant and now has the opportunity to interview for a position with a regional carrier. If he gets the job, he […]