Dr. Anthony Komaroff
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Lifestyle changes, medication help restless legs relaxJul 09, 2012 6:00 am - Q. I'm a 55-year-old man with restless legs syndrome for the past several months. The condition is making it impossible for me to get a good night's sleep. What can I do...
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Catheter insertion is uncomfortable but usually painlessJul 02, 2012 6:00 am - Q. I’m a middle-aged woman scheduled to have surgery next week. My doctor said I’ll need an indwelling urinary catheter during and for a few days after my surgery. This ...
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Eating heart-healthy fish is better than taking supplementsJun 25, 2012 6:00 am - Q. I've heard that fish contains oils that are good for your health. Does this mean I should take a fish oil supplement? A. You heard right. A good deal of evidence sugg...
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Trust your instincts when it comes to calling pediatricianJun 18, 2012 6:00 am - Q. How can I tell if my kids' illnesses are serious enough to call the pediatrician? A. Certain situations should be “red flags” to contact the pediatrician: ina...
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Cochlear implants offer hope for those with hearing lossJun 11, 2012 6:00 am - Q. I'm in my 80s and have been progressively losing my hearing. When I asked my doctor what caused my hearing loss, he said it was because my “cochlea died.” What did he...
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Regular B12 injections counter effects of pernicious anemiaJun 04, 2012 6:00 am - Q. For years, my pernicious anemia was misdiagnosed as depression. Now that I have an accurate diagnosis, I'd like to learn more about my condition. A. The cause...
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Prescription medicines are effective for toenail infectionsMay 28, 2012 6:00 am - Q. My big toenail has become thick and yellow and has started to separate from the nail bed. It also smells unpleasant. What's wrong with my toenail, and what can I do a...
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Identifying your rosacea triggers helps lessen its impactMay 21, 2012 6:00 am - Q. I read your column on adult acne with great interest. For years, I thought I had adult acne, but when I finally saw a doctor, she diagnosed me with rosacea. I'd l...
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Creatine is not the answer for building muscle in boysMay 14, 2012 6:00 am - Q. My son wants to play football, but he's smaller than the other boys. Is it safe for him to take a nutritional supplement such as creatine to increase his muscle? ...
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Cognitive behavioral therapy directly addresses anxietyMay 07, 2012 6:00 am - Q. I'd like to learn more about cognitive behavioral therapy. How is it used to treat anxiety? A. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is the leading form of th...