Gentamicin toxicity and balance loss guide
Gentamicin can damage the inner ear balance system and hearing even with careful trough and peak monitoring. Some balance recovery occurs with time, but others have lasting dizziness. Balance retraining exercises and a balance-focused physical therapist may help, though not all symptoms improve.
Fear of medical treatment keeps women from doctors
Dear Janet in Binghamton NY and others fear medical error and pain more than illness. Seek regular checkups and second opinions. many recount painful experiences with hospitals, gynecologists, and dentists. The columnist urges shopping for a trustworthy doctor, annual exams, and patient advocacy.
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