Coping with shingles pain and ADD in adulthood
Reader asks about shingles post herpetic neuralgia and Novocaine use. Doctor notes neuralgia affects about 10 percent, various meds may help, including Zostrix and antidepressants. some cases require nerve-block or surgery and a neurologist or pain clinic is advised. ADD often persists into adulthood. early treatment helps, but some continue with inattention and impulsivity, coping strategies may suffice without drugs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Gott
Grandparenting rules for the 90s Dear Senior Forum
Grandparents share blunt views on modern grandchild behavior and offer one on one visits and practical tips. They favor shopping for birthdays and paid chores as a way to connect, avoiding large family meals and demanding thanks. They urge readers to write in with their own grandparenting tricks.
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Grandpa
Arizona
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Times Mirror Square
Los Angeles
Calif
Postage hike gets stamp of approval
Dear Abby reflects readers angry at rising U S postage and compares rates abroad. A chart shows first class rates by country led by Japan at 80 cents and the United States at 32 cents. A timeline lists U S rate increases from 8 cents in 1971 to 32 cents in 1995.
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Abby
U.S
Diane Morello
LA Mesa
Calif
U.S.A
Japan
Germany
Denmark
Switzerland
Austria
France
Norway
Belgium
Italy
Netherlands
Sweden
Great Britain
Australia
United States
Canada
We Have Frederick Written All Over Us Frecderick Nefos
A fragmented phrase shows a bold claim that Frederick is central to the story. The text references a character or entity named Frederich Nefos and asserts ownership or identity relation. Further context is unreadable.
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Frederich Nefos
Frederick
Age gaps in marriage across generations
A reader shares experiences of marrying an older husband, highlighting how age differences influenced decisions, retirement, and family life. The letter from the 1944 marriage contrasts youth and later years with current caregiving duties and unresolved wishes. A second writer asks about a 17 year old's feelings for a 12 year old, and Dr. Wallace urges focusing on Kim's welfare, suggesting ending contact for now and reassessing later.
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DR. Wallace
United States Marine
Joe
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Kim
Larry
Hagerstown
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Chevy Chase
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