Understanding spondylolisthesis and its management
A patient with grade 1 spondylolisthesis asks if running and weightlifting caused it. The doctor explains the slip, the grading, and that conservative care with physical therapy improves symptoms without correcting alignment. Anti inflammatory meds help some but have risks. surgery, including fusion, is considered only after nonoperative therapy fails and depends on symptoms rather than imaging.
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Flirtation with past endangers present Dear Abby
Dear Abby counsels ignoring an online high school flame to protect a 17 year marriage and stop the distracting romantic talk. The advice warns that continuing contact will hurt the marriage and urges ending the online romance to avoid a damaged home.
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