‘Wonderful’ relationship has become a nightmare

Randy Baril

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Published
March 23, 2023

‘Wonderful’ relationship has become a nightmare

DEAR ABBY: I have been in a relationship for five years. It started out wonderful, but now I’m having second thoughts. He keeps putting my kids down and telling me I’m a bad mother. It’s so bad he has even put a knife to my throat. And, yes, he hits me. I am not an […]
Published
March 22, 2023

Primary biliary cholangitis of the liver brings on severe itching

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 85-year-old female who has had primary biliary cirrhosis of the liver for many years. I have been on 300 mg of ursodiol taken three times a day for all those years, with no problems until now. I currently have severe itching all over my body. I am now taking […]
Published
March 22, 2023

Aries: Plan your strategy from beginning to end to avoid setbacks or surprises. A financial gain or change in how you handle money matters will open your options.

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Constance Wu, 41; Reese Witherspoon, 47; Elvis Stojko, 51; William Shatner, 92. Happy Birthday: A ruthless approach to getting your house in order will be comforting once you start. Clear a passage that offers greater freedom to come and go as you please. Pay it forward by giving away items […]
Published
March 22, 2023

Woman might double down on romance with gambler

DEAR ABBY: My ex-husband and I separated two months after our wedding. Our divorce was final five months ago. After I left him, I started talking to a younger guy I had a lot in common with. However, he has a gambling problem and ended up stealing money from my cash app. He eventually paid […]
Published
March 21, 2023

Rare condition of bladder inflammation requires no treatment

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am looking for some clarification on cystitis glandularis. My 53-year-old son was recently diagnosed with this condition. He has been experiencing urinary frequency/urgency for more than two years. He is in excellent health and works out religiously, but he does smoke. Online research provides conflicting opinions. Some sites indicate that it […]
Published
March 21, 2023

Pisces: Refuse to give in to annoyances and disgruntled people. Declutter your space and rearrange things to fit your lifestyle.

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jace Norman, 23; Sonequa Martin-Green, 38; Matthew Broderick, 61; Rosie O’Donnell, 61. Happy Birthday: Busy yourself with projects. Idle time will lead to dissatisfaction, complaining and arguments. A positive attitude will help counter anyone trying to rain on your parade. Put a plan, budget and schedule in place. Take a […]
Published
March 21, 2023

Would -be parent expects offspring to aim high

DEAR ABBY: I’m a medical student. I don’t have kids or a family of my own yet, but I’d like it to happen one day. When I have kids of my own, I intend to push them to be the very best in whatever they want to do. I will ingrain in them “tough love” […]
Published
March 21, 2023

Would-be parent expects offspring to aim high

DEAR ABBY: I’m a medical student. I don’t have kids or a family of my own yet, but I’d like it to happen one day. When I have kids of my own, I intend to push them to be the very best in whatever they want to do. I will ingrain in them “tough love” […]
Published
March 21, 2023

Swallowing difficulties concern a man prescribed Fosamax

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old man who recently had a bone density scan. The test showed I had mild bone loss, and I was told I needed to go on medication. I was prescribed a vitamin D and calcium supplement as well as 70 mg of Fosamax to be taken once a week. […]
Published
March 20, 2023

Patient with risk of breast cancer questions safety of yearly MRI

DEAR DR. ROACH: Due to a slight genetic risk of breast cancer (my Tyrer-Cuzick Model score was 20.6%), my doctor wants me to get breast MRIs with contrast annually. I am concerned about long-term exposure to the gadolinium-based contrast dye. I’ve learned that this heavy metal is considered safe, but traces of it can be […]

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