DEAR ABBY: My friend ”Virginia” and I have known each other for 11 years. Five years ago she went into renal failure and was on dialysis for three years. It was hard on her and she needed a kidney transplant. Her three healthy siblings refused to be tested as a possible match. Virginia is on […]
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Bacterial infection in lung requires long-term antibiotics
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old woman in good health. After numerous CT scans, a PET scan and a bronchoscopy, it was determined that I have MAI. I am aware that the standard treatment is 18 months of antibiotics. Can you tell me what side effects I can expect if I go ahead with […]
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Temporal arteritis requires long-term prednisone
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed in March 2015 with giant cell arteritis. I was started on 60 mg of prednisone, but it has decreased steadily and I am now on 5 mg. Can you tell me what prednisone does that’s harmful to the body? I hear not to take it long term, but I […]
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Capricorn: Don’t let anyone take advantage of you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Blake Lively, 29; Tim Burton, 58; Elvis Costello, 62; Sean Connery, 86. Happy Birthday: Keep an open mind and a closed wallet. Try to avoid accumulating stuff you don’t need. Abundance and indulgence will bring you down. A practical approach to handling money, health and legal matters will keep you […]
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Dad dating ex-wife causes daughter to feel betrayed
DEAR ABBY: I have a complicated family situation. My dad was married to a woman named ”Cynthia” for 16 years until they divorced. He met and married my mother the next year. My parents were married for 40 years, until Mom died of cancer a year ago. Since her death, I have gone with my […]
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Sagittarius: Live in the moment
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alex O’Loughlin, 40; Dave Chappelle, 43; Marlee Matlin, 51, Cal Ripken Jr., 56. Happy Birthday: You’ve got plenty of opportunities heading your way. Don’t let someone slow you down or guilt you into putting him or her first. This is your year to shine and to let your voice be […]
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Woman unsure about best friend after menage a trois proposition
DEAR ABBY: My best friend, ”Kate,” approached me on a matter I’m uncomfortable with. For the last 12 years we have laughed, cried, consulted on everything we struggle with and shared our joys. Kate has a great marriage. I’m struggling with the decision to remain in mine. Recently, Kate, her husband and I were on […]
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With no symptoms, it’s best to hold off treating CLL
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 75-year-old white female who recently was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. My doctor, a hematologist, completed a FISH blood test, which showed it to be the type of leukemia associated with an abnormal chromosome called del(13q). I am in relatively good health, and my doctor says that at this […]
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Recurring kidney stones may be linked to hyperparathyroidism
DEAR DR. ROACH: I would appreciate any advice on my recurring kidney stones. In 2013 and 2014, I had kidney stones that got stuck in my lower left kidney tube. It required a lithotomy procedure to break up the stone fragments so they could pass easier. I had to visit my urologist again this month […]
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Worried son foresees trouble in parents’ all-day drinking
DEAR ABBY: I have been concerned about my parents for some time now. They are elderly and live in a retirement community. They have a very nice home and don’t have to worry about money. The problem is, they drink every day — sometimes from noon to when they go to bed. Many times, their […]