How fibromuscular dysplasia affects the kidneys
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: Have you ever heard of “fibromuscular dysplasia”? My mom was diagnosed with this blood disorder and understands that… Login to continue reading Login…
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Spinal stenosis can be alleviated through injections or surgery
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: Last November, the outside of my left leg above my ankle started hurting badly. At its worst, it… Login to continue reading Login…
Children at risk for heart disease; fighting off the triple-demic
By Michael Roizen, M.D. Q: My son’s pediatrician says that he’s at risk for heart disease. That seems ridiculous, he’s only 12. Should I get… Login to continue reading Login…
Skin-picking treatments vary from SSRI drugs to therapy
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had an unsightly rash on my legs for many years. I finally went to the dermatologist… Login to continue reading Login…
Omeprazole, prescribed for GERD, causes an upset stomach
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for several years, but never paid much attention to it until… Login to continue reading Login…
Sciatic pain persists for months, even with medicinal treatment
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband has been totally disabled by sciatic pain for three months. His doctor prescribed 4 mg of… Login to continue reading Login…
Pain in the neck and shoulder might signify nerve compression
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 86 year old woman in good health, and I run and walk regularly. I was… Login to continue reading Login…
Refining PSA tests to diagnose cancer; dance to protect memory
By Michael Roizen, M.D. Q: My father and my older brother were diagnosed with prostate cancer. I am worried I will develop it, too. With… Login to continue reading Login…
How to handle the diagnosis of CREST syndrome
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 76-year-old woman in good health, although I am overweight. I was recently diagnosed with CREST… Login to continue reading Login…
Results of PSA screenings lead to two different approaches
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 79. Two recent tests confirmed that my PSA level was 4.6 ng Previously, my results were… Login to continue reading Login…