DEAR DR. ROACH: You recently answered a question from a reader with a friend who had sudden hearing loss with tinnitus after experiencing vertigo and dizziness. You attributed the hearing loss to sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL). I have been dealing with Meniere’s disease for over eight years, and the symptoms you described are identical […]
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Scorpio: Trying to impress someone who is never satisfied is a waste of time. Set things up to suit your needs.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Max Joseph, 41; Richard T. Jones, 51; Debbie Allen, 73; John Carpenter, 75. Happy Birthday: Use whatever tools are available to you to bring about positive change. An energetic approach to life will attract individuals who are proactive and well-informed. Dedicate your time and what you have to offer to […]
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High doses of vitamins lead to vitamin D toxicity
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been diagnosed with vitamin D toxicity, according to the blood work from a month ago — my result was 122 ng/mL. I was taking high doses of vitamin D3 in pill form (15,000 IU a day for three years) bought from a drugstore. I have stopped taking it, but I […]
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Relative who abused child will be at get-togethers
DEAR ABBY: Years ago, my child was sexually abused by a relative. After I found out, I reported it, which made the abuser’s family very upset. Charges were filed, and there were court dates, probation and counseling. To date, everything the judge required of the abuser has been legally fulfilled. While I’m glad everything was […]
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Longtime marriage has settled into lonely routine for wife
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 45 years. We are both retired and have hobbies to keep us busy. My problem is, he has so many friends that he doesn’t have time for any of the things I would like us to do together. I seem to be the last person he […]
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Libra: Do something exhilarating. Focus on what’s trending and how you can personalize your look to reflect who you are and attract the people you want.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dove Cameron, 27; Regina King, 52; Chad Lowe, 55; Mario Van Peebles, 66. Happy Birthday: Stretch your imagination to come up with an idea that turns into an adventure. Immersing yourself in something that influences how you think and what you do will encourage you to reset your goals to […]
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Father of three daughters would like to try for son
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married for 17 years and have three wonderful daughters, ages 13, 10 and 5. Lately, I’ve felt like I’m the odd man out in a girls-only club. I wish I had a son I could share my interests with. I’d love to have someone I could take […]
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Virgo: Join forces with like-minded people, and broaden your awareness and your circle of friends. Mix business with pleasure, and something good will transpire.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dave Grohl, 54; Jason Bateman, 54; LL Cool J, 55; Holland Taylor, 80. Happy Birthday: Don’t compare yourself to others. Give your imagination a chance to explore. Sometimes taking the road less traveled helps to unravel roadblocks that have kept you from reaching your destination. Trust and believe in your […]
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Leo: Attend an event geared toward what’s important to you. Establish yourself in a community of people heading down a similar path;
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Liam Hemsworth, 33; Orlando Bloom, 46; Patrick Dempsey, 57; Julia Louis-Dreyfus, 62. Happy Birthday: Control will ease stress. If inconsistency takes over, replace your plans with something that offers stability. Situations change. You’ll fall behind if you don’t adjust to fit in with the times. Being organized will help you […]
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Woman wants her abusive mother-in-law kept away
DEAR ABBY: I used to have a great relationship with my mother-in-law. I considered her one of my best friends, until her severe drug and alcohol abuse began to ruin her life. Her mental health issues came out in full force, and her lashing out reached a peak shortly before I married her son. After […]