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December 27, 2012

I am anemic and the doctor wants me to take 325 mg of iron sulfate a day. Is that dangerous? The recommended daily dose is only 18 mg a day.

December 10, 2012

I have frequent urination, pain during urination, pressure and bloating. The symptoms are there most of the time. My urine tests came back negative for bladder infection. What else could cause these symptoms?

November 30, 2012

I am 54 years old. I went through menopause at age 51. Recently I have noticed some vaginal spotting. What would cause this now?

November 29, 2012

I am a young woman with frequent urinary tract infections. The good news is that they have always been just bladder infections. My kidneys are never involved. Any suggestions regarding prevention and/or treatment?

November 21, 2012

Does exercise help you keep your memory?

November 20, 2012

I have iron deficiency anemia, and have had colonoscopy and an upper GI endoscopy. The results of both were normal. I have plenty of iron in my diet. I don't have heavy menstrual periods (in fact, they're very light). Could my anemia be caused by donating blood? I usually give blood every eight weeks.

November 08, 2012

I read that oral-to-vaginal contact may cause a change in normal vaginal discharge. Is this a yeast infection? Can it be treated with Monostat?

October 24, 2012

Can a woman be at greater risk for developing uterine cancer after fibroid treatment?

October 22, 2012

I am a 45-year-old female. I have missed my last three periods. I am not pregnant. I also noticed discharge from both breasts. What could be the cause? Could this be from a medication?

October 18, 2012

I have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). My main symptoms are bloating, gas and diarrhea. What dietary advice can you offer?

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