Dr. Anthony Komaroff
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Ask Dr. K: Ways to improve symptoms of IBSNov 03, 2014 5:45 am - Q: I have irritable bowel syndrome with alternating constipation and diarrhea. Will eating more fiber help? What about probiotics or other nonmedical treatments? A: Irri...
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Take precautions to prevent enterovirus infectionOct 20, 2014 5:45 am - Q I'm very worried about the new enterovirus I'm hearing about. What can I do to protect my kids against it? A: Enterovirus D68 is a virus causing an epidemic of respira...
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Implantable device helps reduce heavy menstrual flowOct 20, 2014 5:45 am - Q: I bleed very heavily during my menstrual periods. Is there anything that can be done about this? Or do I just have to put up with the discomfort and inconvenience eve...
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Gum disease can harm more than just your mouthOct 13, 2014 5:45 am - Q: Why is it important to keep my gums healthy? What are the consequences of gum disease? A: Gum disease can harm more than just your mouth; it can affect your overall h...
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Shingles outbreak near the eye requires immediate attentionOct 06, 2014 5:45 am - Q: A couple of months ago, my wife had shingles. The rash spread to her face, near her eye. This went away without treatment, but the doctor said it could return. If it ...
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Fibromyalgia appears to have real underlying causesSep 29, 2014 5:45 am - Q: My sister was just diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Can you tell me more about this condition? A: Fibromyalgia is a somewhat controversial condition, although less so tha...
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Fibromyalgia appears to have real underlying causesSep 22, 2014 5:45 am - Q: My sister was just diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Can you tell me more about this condition? A: Fibromyalgia is a somewhat controversial condition, although less so tha...
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Vaccine can reduce severity even after you've had shinglesSep 15, 2014 5:45 am - Q: I've already had shingles. Do I still need to get a shingles vaccine? A: Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Once you have had chickenpox, th...
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Regular exercise is the key to maintaining mobilitySep 08, 2014 5:45 am - Q: I'm in my 80s. I recently stopped driving, and now I can get around independently only by walking. Can you tell me how to improve, or at least maintain, my mobility? ...
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Take some simple steps to lower cancer riskSep 01, 2014 5:45 am - Q: Is it possible to prevent, or at least reduce, your risk of cancer? A: Absolutely, it is. It is possible both to reduce the risk that your cells will turn cancerous, ...