Secretion leakage worsens burning from external hemorrhoids
Reader asks if intestinal secretions irritate anal skin. Dr Lamb explains leakage of mucus and chemicals from hemorrhoids is a common cause of itching and burning, outlines hygiene steps, mentions related conditions, and notes a Special Report on hemorrhoids is available.
Nellie forms local support group for head injury families
Nellie aims to help other families facing head injuries by forming a local support group. She stresses the need for understanding, long term therapy, and ongoing companionship, noting how life changes and friendships are lost without support. She hopes to remind people to spend time with affected individuals.
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Nellie
Roger
Bullying prevention efforts discussed by educators and experts
Essig and Steinberg discuss bully dynamics and prevention strategies in schools. They cite Lions Quest for self esteem, fair discipline, peer advising, and building community to curb aggression. Strong arm acts are rare but addressed severely when present.
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Steinberg
Lions Quest
Lions Clubs
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Iguanas and the eye test mask experiment
Biologist Joanna Burger tests iguana danger detection using a spooky mask to study whether iguanas flee when they cannot see the eyes of an approaching predator. She notes iguanas react strongly to eye contact and aims to measure responses without visible eyes.
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Joanna Burger
Burger
Mother's apron strings lengthen in engagement dilemma
Dear Abby counsels a mother in conflict with her engaged 27 year old daughter who stayed overnight at the fiancé Frank's apartment. Abby says the mother was wrong to press for permission and should apologize. the daughter is an adult. A second reader, a 20 year old amputee from Columbia, asks about prosthesis use and how to handle her mother's expectations. Abby commends the reader for adjusting to disability and emphasizes choosing what suits her, including prosthesis if desired.
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DR. Lamb
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Abby
Frank
Mother
Columbia, S.C
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