Dr. Anthony Komaroff
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Hay fever sufferers have plenty of optionsSep 02, 2013 5:00 am - Q. This year I'm suffering from seasonal allergies for the first time. What medications will make allergy season more bearable? A. Sneezing; itchy, runny, stuffy nose; r...
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Comfort foods are not the answer to chronic stressAug 26, 2013 5:00 am - Q. Why do I eat when I'm stressed out? Can you suggest ways to help me overcome this impulse? A. Worry and pressure can cause a person to seek comfort, and one of the mo...
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Prevent kidney stones with diet and lifestyle changesAug 19, 2013 5:50 am - Q. I recently passed a kidney stone — and I would do anything to prevent another one from forming. Can kidney stones be prevented? A. I’ve never had a kidney stone mysel...
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Replacement of both knees at once is good option for someAug 12, 2013 5:00 am - Q. I have severe osteoarthritis in both knees. Should I have both knees replaced at one time, or separately? A. Knee replacement is a major operation and requires a hosp...
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Immediate treatment crucial with ischemic strokeAug 05, 2013 5:00 am - Q. My father recently had an ischemic stroke. He was treated with tPA and has now fully recovered. What is tPA? And how does it work? A. The most common kind of stroke i...
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Weight-loss surgery succeeds only with strong commitmentJul 29, 2013 5:00 am - Q. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's announcement about his weight-loss surgery got me thinking. Can you tell me more about this surgery and who might be a good candidate...
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Both walking and running offer heart protectionJul 22, 2013 5:00 am - Q. My doctor wants me to start exercising to lower my risk of heart disease. I'm considering walking or running. Is one better than the other for heart health? A. Walkin...
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Torn meniscus doesn’t always require treatmentJul 15, 2013 5:50 am - Q. I’m 72 years old. I’ve had left knee pain on and off for several months. My doctor sent me for an MRI of both knees. It showed “mild to moderate osteoarthritis” in bo...
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'Almost anorexia' requires intervention nowJul 08, 2013 5:00 am - Q. My teenage daughter is obsessed with her weight. She doesn't eat enough, and although she's thin, she believes she's fat. Could she be anorexic? A. Think about eating...
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Afraid of the dentist? These strategies can helpJul 01, 2013 5:00 am - Q. I'm a rational person, but I have a deep fear of the dentist that I just can't overcome. Any suggestions? A. I don't know too many people who enjoy a trip to the dent...