Dr. Anthony Komaroff
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Chain of events leads from high cholesterol to heart attackDec 16, 2013 5:00 am - Q: Can you explain how high cholesterol causes a heart attack or stroke? A: Cholesterol is a type of fat that travels in the bloodstream. Our bodies need some cholester...
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Relieve postnasal drip with these simple treatmentsDec 02, 2013 6:00 am - Q: The worst part of a cold for me is the postnasal drip that lasts for weeks. Can I do anything to stop it? A: I'm also a frequent sufferer from postnasal drip, so I'm...
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Food challenge is reliable way to test for allergiesNov 11, 2013 4:55 am - Q: Last month I broke out in hives after eating oysters. I had a blood test, which came back negative for a shellfish allergy. Why does my doctor still want me to do a f...
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Iron deficiency anemia is usually caused by loss of bloodNov 04, 2013 5:00 am - Q: I have iron deficiency anemia. What could have caused it? Also, my doctor wants me to take a daily 325 mg iron sulfate supplement. Is that dangerous? The recommended ...
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Strength-training exercise can help slow bone lossOct 28, 2013 5:00 am - Q: I've heard that weight-bearing exercises are a good way to prevent osteoporosis. Can you describe a few? A: Use it or lose it: That message applies to most parts of o...
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Language exercises help stroke patients regain speechOct 21, 2013 12:20 pm - Q: My mother recently had a stroke and it’s severely impacted her ability to speak. What can be done to help her regain her speech? A: Losing the ability to speak, or to...
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Agoraphobia can take many formsOct 14, 2013 5:55 am - Q: My daughter’s new roommate is afraid to leave a 10-block area around their apartment in New York City. She has something called “agoraphobia.” What is that? A: Agorap...
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Strong pelvic muscles can control mild incontinenceSep 30, 2013 5:55 am - Q: I’m a postmenopausal woman who suffers from urinary incontinence. I’ve just learned that my incontinence is due to pelvic organ prolapse. What does this mean? What is...
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Mucus in back of throat may be allergic reactionSep 16, 2013 5:50 am - Q. I often feel like I have a lump of mucus in my throat. In the morning I spit some of it up, but the sensation doesn’t go away. What can I do about it? A. Doctors some...
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SSRIs considered safe for long-term useSep 09, 2013 5:00 am - Q. I have been taking an SSRI for years for chronic anxiety. Are there side effects of long-term SSRI use? A. All medicines can have side effects, and SSRIs are no excep...