How to avoid calcium when taking thyroid medication
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I had a thyroidectomy, and I take levothyroxine. Instructions for the medication say not to take it within… Login to continue reading Login…
Lifestyle
Recurrent condition prompts patient to consider circumcision
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I have some questions about adult men getting circumcised. I am 93 and of reasonably good health. I… Login to continue reading Login…
Dealing with post-pandemic COVID-19; posse and purpose matter
By Michael Roizen, M.D. Q: So, there’s no more COVID-19 emergency, but it’s still out there. I have the original vaccine and boosters. What do… Login to continue reading Login…
Dealing with chronic edema and venous insufficiency
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR ROACH: I am in my early 90s and was diagnosed with “venous insufficiency” in both legs about 20 years… Login to continue reading Login…
Eliminating unhealthy foods based on cholesterol level
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband and I have been watching our fat intake, and we have eliminated almost all red meat… Login to continue reading Login…
Sorting out good from bad carbs; sports-related injuries in kids
By Michael Roizen, M.D. Q: I’m confused about carbohydrates. Some so-called experts say they are bad for you, others say you have to have them.… Login to continue reading Login…
Fingers and toes turn blue, become numb when cold
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 83-year-old male. I eat a plant-based diet, and I exercise at my local YMCA at least… Login to continue reading Login…
An extreme itch causes concern for inflammatory breast cancer
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 68-year-old female who has had four benign breast biopsies/lumpectomies in the last 25 years. I’ve… Login to continue reading Login…
INNOVO shorts provide stimulation to eliminate incontinence
By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I have seen news reports of many positive results from people using INNOVO, the FDA-approved shorts that provide… Login to continue reading Login…
Treating localized prostate cancer; how to manage neck pain
By Michael Roizen, M.D. Q: My husband is desperately trying to make a decision about whether to do careful watching, get radiation or have surgery… Login to continue reading Login…