Dr. Anthony Komaroff
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Stomach growling is perfectly normalJul 23, 2016 7:30 am - Q: As I get older, it seems my stomach is more likely to make growling noises. Why does it do this, and what can I do about it? It's embarrassing. A: Maybe your stomach ...
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These clues can help diagnose anorexia in teensJul 16, 2016 7:00 am - Q: I'm worried about my 15-year-old daughter. She eats like a bird. She is very thin, but thinks she is fat. I'd like to think this is just a phase some teenagers go thr...
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Both walking and running offer heart protectionJul 09, 2016 6:55 am - Q: I'm a 42-year-old couch potato. Gentle pressure from my wife and doctor have "convinced" me to start exercising regularly. What's better for my health: jogging or bri...
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Research has changed some dietary advice for feeding infantsJul 02, 2016 6:55 am - Q: I thought I knew what solid foods to give my baby, and when to give them. But the recommendations seem to change constantly. What do I need to know? A: To make sure I...
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Torn meniscus doesn't always require surgeryJun 25, 2016 6:55 am - Q: My knees hurt a lot, more on the left. At 76 years young, I guess I should expect that. An MRI scan shows I have a "torn meniscus" in my right knee, and arthritis in ...
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Weigh your options to treat depression during pregnancyJun 18, 2016 6:55 am - Q: I have been on SSRI medicines for depression for five years. I'm trying to get pregnant, and I hear that SSRIs might be dangerous. What do I need to know? A: I love t...
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Diet can help prevent kidney stonesJun 11, 2016 6:55 am - Q: I recently passed a kidney stone, and it was really painful. My doctor gave me medicine. Is there anything else I can do to prevent another one? A: Besides the medici...
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Don't flush unused medications down the drainJun 04, 2016 6:55 am - Q: I've heard that some people dump their unused medicines into the sink or toilet, which then gets into our drinking water. Is this true, and could it affect my health?...
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Exercises can help with diminished balanceMay 28, 2016 6:55 am - Q: I recently turned 70, and I realize my balance is not what it was. For example, I won't climb a ladder anymore. What can I do about it? A: You're right to be concerne...
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Mild heartburn can be treated without a prescriptionMay 21, 2016 6:55 am - Q: I've had heartburn for years, and I began taking Prilosec as soon as it became available. It gives me relief, but I worry about taking any drug for a long time. Shoul...