Yes, as many of us have wondered, there actually may be something in the water on the American campaign trail or in the White House.
Dear Doctors: My doctor recently increased the dosage of my blood pressure medications. I want to try a natural route to reduce high blood pressure, but it appears that is for people not taking any drugs. How should I approach this issue? Can I stop my meds and go natural?
Dear Doctors: My son, who has never been ill, was diagnosed with lupus. This comes after he got numerous tattoos. I’ve learned some of the inks that are used contain heavy metals, and I read that these may trigger lupus symptoms. Could his illness be linked to his tattoos?
DEAR HARRIETTE: The other day, my mom called me and shared jawdropping information. Due to the current political landscape and potential issues with women having different last names from birth and marriage, my mom went downtown to get a copy of her marriage license. The clerk called her up in a frantic state and told her that the courts have no legal documentation of her marriage, which happened 18 years ago. The clerk shared with her that the officiant didn’t turn in the proper paperwork following her ceremony, making her initial license null and void after 60 days. My mom was initially in shock, but she is now taking it as a blessing, since she and my father are separated. She also doesn’t view her relationship or life any differently since both she and my father were under the assumption that they were legally married – and they acted like it, too. My grandma, on the other hand, is furious and is urging us not to tell people due to possible embarrassment or questions. I had no reaction to finding out this information and felt emotionless about it.
For the first time this term, President Donald Trump’s job approval rating has dipped below 40% in the RealClearPolitics average of polls. The newest rating is 39.9% approval and 57% disapproval.
Dear Doctors: I had a carotid ultrasound that shows 0% stenosis on both the right and left sides. Does that mean no plaque was seen? Also, is there any gold-standard test for heart health, such as the carotid ultrasound I had?
DEAR HARRIETTE: My son hides his food intake, and he’s been this way for years. I’m not sure if it stems from him feeling like we used to baby him, but he hates when we offer him food, tell him to pack a to-go plate when he’s leaving our place or announce that the food is ready.
DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently discovered that a new friend of mine has a different political opinion than I do.
Dear Doctors: I am a shift worker and have developed severe sensitivity to noise at night. My brain constantly scans for noise, and even when there is none, it feels like it’s replaying it. Even in good sleep environments, I’m struggling. I’m very motivated to work on this, and I need guidance.
Iwoke yesterday morning, and my cat, Felix, was nowhere to be found.