DEAR DR. ROACH: Sixteen years ago, at age 56, I was diagnosed with Stage 3 HR+ breast cancer. I was treated with a modified radical mastectomy, followed by chemotherapy, six weeks of radiation, then about seven years of oral anti-estrogen drugs. I also had a prophylactic simple mastectomy on the opposite side. My primary care […]
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Young adult’s life turned upside down by revelation
DEAR ABBY: I took a DNA test seven months ago. It came back that the man who raised me is not my biological father. My heart dropped, but I decided to meet my real dad. We have formed a relationship, mostly a good one, and I introduce him as my dad now. My problem is, […]
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For many cases of gastroparesis, no cause can be identified
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed a few years ago with gastroparesis, and I took domperidone for a while. The medicine didn’t change anything, so I discontinued it. I’ve had stomach-emptying tests, colonoscopies and endoscopies looking for answers. I have pain in my upper-right abdomen and also occasionally get a cramp in the muscle in […]
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Libra: Keep track of your assets and liabilities to ensure you don’t miss an opportunity that can help you prosper.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melissa Rauch, 42; Jason Mraz, 45; Frances McDormand, 65; Randy Jackson, 66. Happy Birthday: Lose yourself to the things you enjoy doing most. Keep life simple, moderate and realistic. Refuse to let others meddle or disrupt your plans. Make changes based on your needs and what’s affordable. Stick to what’s […]
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Man’s history as abuse victim impacts marriage
DEAR ABBY: My husband was forced into sex at the age of 12 by an older female. He has expressed how humiliated he felt and that he made it his mission to never feel inadequate again. He gets his “knowledge” of satisfying a woman through porn. I have tried to explain to him that what […]
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Post hip surgery, one leg is shorter than the other
DEAR DR. ROACH: Four years ago, my wife had hip surgery caused by a fall. About eight months after the surgery, she noticed her left leg was 3 inches shorter that her right one. Her doctor agreed it was shorter and said that does happen frequently. She must use a cane to walk and is […]
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Mom worries about husband’s family history of breast cancer
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am concerned that my 33-year-old daughter will have breast cancer. I have no history in my family of breast cancer, but my husband’s grandmother, mother and sister all have had breast cancer with double mastectomies. I have heard that the DNA follows the mother’s side and not the father’s. Is this […]
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Leo: What you uncover will help you assess your direction and distance yourself from anyone trying to manipulate you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lana Del Rey, 37; Prince William, 40; Chris Pratt, 43; Juliette Lewis, 49. Happy Birthday: Make a lasting impression, knock the ball out of the park, be proud of what you accomplish and take on a leadership position. Acting courageously and making bold moves will help you get your life […]
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Wife feels it’s the end of the line with drunk hubby
DEAR ABBY: I got pregnant at 15 and had my oldest daughter at 16. I met my husband at 18, and went on to have four more daughters. I have been with him for more than 30 years (I just turned 49). My girls are living their own lives now. The thing is, now that […]
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New roommate displays symptoms of dementia
DEAR ABBY: I have had an older man as a roommate for two months now. He’s very kind and intelligent. He also has dementia. I didn’t realize it when he moved in. He’s estranged from his family, although I know of a few people he does talk to on the phone. As his condition worsens, […]