DEAR DR. ROACH: I’ve had diverticulitis repeatedly since 2016. It’s been bad enough 10 times (with belly pain and fever) that I was given antibiotics. I’ve had it at least that many more times where I wasn’t as ill (usually just had belly pain), and I didn’t take antibiotics, since it went away on its […]
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Troubling memories about dad haunt his daughter
DEAR ABBY: When I was young and even as I grew older, my father touched me inappropriately. It made me uncomfortable even as an adult. I feel like when I was very small, something more may have happened. I may have been drugged to keep me from remembering. I know a few weird things that […]
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Husband’s unexplained disinterest may signal end of marrige
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been together for 15 years and share a 14-year-old son. We no longer have a physical relationship. I’m trying to decide if it’s worth getting a divorce. Our marital relations were what I would consider normal, at least once a week, before and during my pregnancy. However, once […]
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Diabetic patient wants to switch from metformin to Ozempic
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have Type 2 diabetes. My BMI is 29. My last A1C was 8.4%. I currently take metformin and glipizide. I’ve asked my doctor about the new medications, like Ozempic and Mounjaro, but he is reluctant to prescribe them. The past two times we’ve discussed it, he talked me out of it, […]
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Leo: Start a fitness program or change your eating habits or friends to ensure you have the best advantage in life, love and liberty.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lamar Johnson, 30; Chace Crawford, 39; Kristen Bell, 44; Vin Diesel, 57. Happy Birthday: Head into new territory and discover what you are missing. Use your imagination this year, and you’ll find something exciting to incorporate into your everyday routine. The sky is the limit once you open your mind […]
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Co-worker weighs the wisdom of being a side piece
DEAR ABBY: I met this guy at work. He was everything I’m looking for in a guy. During a lunch walk, he told me about his breakup with his ex and how he moved out and bought a house. He lives with his son and his nephews and their family. The entire two months we […]
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Statin causes muscle pain in patient with high blood pressure
DEAR DR. ROACH: I had a CT calcium scan, and my score was 530. My doctor said that this was high, so he put me on a statin (Lipitor). But it debilitated me with so much muscle pain that I had to stop. I am wondering if there is something other than a statin to […]
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Cancer: Opportunity is within reach, but it will take effort to use your skills and experience to make a marketable move.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Luke Bryan, 48; Carey Hart, 49; David Hasselhoff, 72; Donald Sutherland, 89. Happy Birthday: Stop dreaming; do whatever it takes to improve your life. Change begins with you. Please don’t take the easiest path; it won’t satisfy your soul. Consider what brings you joy, and make a point to incorporate […]
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Gemini: Refuse to let outsiders control your routine or interfere with your personal goals.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gareth Bale, 35; AnnaLynne McCord, 37; Corey Feldman, 53; Will Ferrell, 57. Happy Birthday: Take the initiative and be the one to make things happen. You’ll gain notoriety in your circle or community if you offer innovative suggestions and confidently lead the way. You may fear change, but exploring the […]
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Freeloading dad wants to add a freeloading wife
DEAR ABBY: My father has depended on my mother (and me) for money for as long as I can remember. It wasn’t because he was unable to work, but because he was lazy and had a drinking and gambling problem. My parents eventually divorced, and my father moved in with his sister (my aunt). She […]