DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 58-year-old female. One year ago, I was sitting on a friend’s porch when suddenly it was as if someone had poured thick oil over my left eye. After consulting with my eye doctor and my family physician, the occurrence was diagnosed as an ocular migraine. Bloodwork and a […]
Advice
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Make plans to have fun
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anthony Mackie, 37; Jason Alexander, 56; Bruce Springsteen, 66; Mary Kay Place, 68. Happy Birthday: Take one step at a time and make sure you have the approval of those who could potentially cut your progress short. Sticking to rules and regulations and being ready to deal with unexpected changes […]
advertisement
Posted inDear Abby
Couple’s open relationship may end up closing theirs
DEAR ABBY: I am a 24-year-old woman and currently live with my boyfriend. We have a child. Before we started living together, we discussed having an open relationship. We realized how messy it can be, so we agreed on having a “free pass” with ONE person, ONE time. I have met that person; it is […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Strange ‘pimples’ may be rare disease
DEAR DR. ROACH: After having several strange-looking “pimples” on my thighs and one on my face, I was told it is lymphomatoid papulosis. One or two people in a million are diagnosed with this. I know that it is not contagious, but what is it? What causes it, how is it treated, and what can […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman in toxic relationship will need cousin’s support
DEAR ABBY: I have a very close cousin (and friend) who is in a toxic relationship with a man who breaks up with her repeatedly, manipulates and abuses her emotionally, and probably cheats. It has made me sad to see her go through the same pattern with him for so many years. They were supposed […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Choose your words carefully
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Bonnie Hunt, 54; Scott Baio, 55; Andrea Bocelli, 57; Joan Jett, 57. Happy Birthday: Explore different options, but be secretive regarding your intentions. Try not to get into overly emotional discussions if you want to come out on top. Change is heading your way, and the manner in which you […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aries: Work hard and say little
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Derulo, 26; Luke Wilson, 44; Faith Hill, 48; Bill Murray, 65. Happy Birthday: You’ll face some emotional situations, but in the end, the outcome and rewards will help to ease any discomfort you encountered along the way. A change in your financial situation looks promising. Focus on personal papers, […]
Posted inDr. Roach
LIVdrroach092115
DEAR DR. ROACH: Articles on strokes or TIAs rarely mention that they can be caused by a congenital heart defect. I had a family member with a patent foramen ovale, found at age 54, after he’d had several strokes. He had surgery to repair it and has been well ever since. I would like to […]
Posted inDear Abby
Couple’s adoption of foster child causes family rift
DEAR ABBY: My husband, “Jeff,” and I are fostering a 17-year-old girl we plan to adopt. Jeff’s mother grew up in foster care, and after learning about her life and hardship, I felt we should help out in this way. I am a stay-at-home mother with three other children (6, 8 and 14), and we […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Take action and follow through with your plans
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Juan Pablo Montoya, 40; Kristen Johnston, 48; Gary Cole, 59; Sophia Loren, 81. Happy Birthday: Closely monitor situations that develop and stay on top of what everyone around you is doing. Try not to be put in a vulnerable position. Inaccurate information and people trying to take advantage of you […]