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November 16, 2009

I have an acquaintance with rheumatoid arthritis. He was told to avoid potato and tomato because they absorb calcium and are bad for his condition. Is there any scientific support for this?

November 02, 2009

Can high blood sugar cause muscle pain?

October 26, 2009

Are there any effective treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome other than surgery?

October 23, 2009

A doctor in a clinic told me I have tonsilloliths, also known as tonsil stones. What causes this and is there a way to treat it? Can it cause ear pain or headaches?

October 19, 2009

I have pain around my elbow when making a grasping motion such as making a fist. What would cause this? Might I have carpal tunnel syndrome?

October 08, 2009

I have flat feet and pain in my left foot from putting too much pressure on it. I bought some inserts for my shoes. They help, but are there more effective ways to stop the pain and inflammation?

October 07, 2009

I have type 2 diabetes. I just had a prednisone shot in my knee. My blood sugar shot up to near 300. How long will this shot effect my blood sugar levels?

September 24, 2009

My 9-year-old daughter experienced three episodes of chest pain after physical activity. The first was during soccer practice on a hot humid morning, the second at an indoor gym class, and again at soccer. She is in good general health, normal weight and regularly active. What could cause chest pain in someone so young?

August 24, 2009

I was recently in the hospital for 10 days and told I had an obstruction in my small intestine. They did not have to do surgery, but the pain was severe. How can I prevent this from happening again?

August 04, 2009

I was diagnosed with arthritis in my lower spine. Recently, a doctor told me I may have spinal stenosis, not arthritis. What is the difference between the two?

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