DEAR ABBY: I am 15 years older than my boyfriend, “Spencer,” and have two kids from a previous marriage. Spencer and I have been living together for the past 10 years. I planned to have his child, but was involved in an accident and now can no longer have kids. He blames me nearly every […]
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Sagittarius: Look for truth
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alfonso Ribeiro, 47; Nancy Travis, 57; Bill Murray, 68; Stephen King, 71. Happy Birthday: Stability comes at a price. Look at your options and know your boundaries. Change can be good as long as you stick to a budget and don’t allow anyone to interfere. Turn this into a year […]
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Unusual vertigo can be triggered by coughing or loud noises
DEAR DR. ROACH: After many years of various treatments, including allergy shots, food studies and an ear tube, I was recently diagnosed with “semicircular canal dehiscence.” Can you explain what this is and the treatment (besides surgery) to relieve the symptoms of inner ear pressure, dizziness and pressure and pulsation in the head? Are there […]
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Scorpio: Avoid petty arguments
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Phillip Phillips, 28; Kristen Johnston, 51; Gary Cole, 62; Sophia Loren, 84. Happy Birthday: This is a year of change. Size up the past and live in the moment, and you will find a way to build a better future. Much can be accomplished if you are open to change […]
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'Cotton ball' sensation is part of neuropathy story
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 63-year-old male diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia, Type 2 diabetes and coronary heart disease. I am 5 feet, 11 inches and weigh 240 pounds. I have two stents and take Sprycel for the CML. My levels are good, and the coronary disease is under control. For a few years I’ve […]
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Mom wants to shield kids from relative's new lifestyle
DEAR ABBY: A close relative has started working in the adult industry. She now dresses provocatively, showing lots of skin. She has also covered much of her body with tattoos and adopted the lifestyle of someone in that field. Our family assumes she’s “going through a phase” and has no idea what she’s really up […]
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Tumor of brain lining doesn't increase Alzheimer's risk
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a faithful reader of your column, but I don’t read many questions about brain tumors. I am 53 years old, diagnosed almost four years ago with multiple meningiomas. I had an atypical meningioma removed, followed up with gamma knife. My question is whether I will be at a greater risk […]
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Libra: Focus on personal growth
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Zegers, 34; Alison Sweeney, 42; Jimmy Fallon, 44; Trisha Yearwood, 54. Happy Birthday: Make plans and follow through. A change of location or learning something new will help you make a decision that will improve your life. Taking on new responsibilities will help to stabilize your life and your […]
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Wife, on verge of divorce, calls for reprieve
DEAR ABBY: My husband has less and less interest in me. It started with the last presidential election. Since then, I have cut way back on politics because he doesn’t want to hear any of it. Being an activist on several fronts, including politics and other areas, this is a big, emotional part of who […]
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Virgo: Time to have a little fun
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Sudeikis, 43; James Marsden, 45; Jada Pinkett Smith, 47; Aisha Tyler, 48. Happy Birthday: Embrace the upcoming year with enthusiasm, tenacity and desire. Say what’s on your mind and follow through with action. Don’t let what’s happened in the past cause insecurity. Recognize what you are capable of and […]