Chronic abdominal pain linked to constipation and other causes
Reader asks why stomach pain persists despite Tagamet and Metamucil. Dear Reader explains that abdominal discomfort may stem from constipation but also from gallstones, inflammation, or circulation issues. Recommends further testing, possible X rays and blood work, and dietary changes while awaiting a doctor visit. Also explains hyperparathyroidism within the thyroid region, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Gott
Keep an open heart for estranged family
Dear Mr Senior Forum, retirees face aging and the power of family bonds. The writer shares surviving incest, abuse, and addictions, while choosing acceptance and love. The letter asks younger retirees to try reestablishing ties, though some may need to cut loose betraying relatives for peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.J. A
Ately
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Times Mirror Square
Los Angeles
Calif
San Francisco
Abby
Joe Yawn
Jonesboro
Ark
Texas
Paul Looney
Everett
Wash
Warren Burns
Ralph Watts
Des Moines
Iowa
L.R. Speedy
State Highway Patrol
Canfield
Ohio
Joe Pigeon
Key West
Fla
Bonebreak
Lord
Brush
Dye
ED Meserve
Stoughton
Mass
Don Crook
Paul Kradel
P.S
Suzanne B. Tripp
Fort Smith
Mr. Outlaw
Reverend Paradise
Angel
Mrs. Brunetti
People For Perot
Orson Swindle
David L. Garner
Dix Hills
N.Y
Joe Boozer
Hereford
Bob Barfield
Amarillo
Pennsylvania
Ed Cluck
Postwar Styles Mix Fashions With Family Letters Notes
The piece recalls fur neckpieces and elegant dressing at fairs as postwar prosperity returns. It notes suits slacks and blue jeans endure, while war years influence remains. Retirees are urged to share wealth with non-family, and a Senior Forum request invites readers to write. Thirty-eight players competed in a May 1 bridge event with Strat A and Strat B results listed and a game planned for May 8 at the Frederick American Legion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Hendrickson Jr
Hendrickson
Names Satisfy Odd Truths About Occupations And Identities
Dear Abby readers share humorous and pointed examples linking names to jobs from a librarian Miss Story to a pediatrician Dr. Smelsey. The letters showcase how real names echo or humorously fit professions across the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Miss Story
Ray Musicker
Long Island
Scaler
Needles
Detroit
Dr. Smelsey
Chuck
Sadie Sodikoff
Sadie Sodikoff, Merrick, N.Y
Miracle
Blessing
Louise Skyler
Portland
Obe
Sandi Lott
Palos Verdes
Calif
Dusty Rhodes
Socket
Peeke
S.L
Kimball
Neb
Angel
Harp
Saint
Norma Windsor
Daytona Beach
Fla
Russell Brain
Henry Head
Great Britain
Eugene Kaplan
Columbia
San Francisco
Les Plack
Beth Kuper
Oakland
Valdosta
Swindle
Bill Crook
Love and Loyalty Across College Bound Relationships
Sharon argues to marry a noncollege bound but loyal partner, while Dr Wallace urges that love, trust, and loyalty outweigh formal education differences and suggests a fall wedding if finances allow. Pam’s tale ends with dating chaos and a blunt verdict to end the relationship and pressures on Debbie. Karen should maintain piano lessons for future enjoyment after band days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Wallace
Jim
Wallace
Sharon
Lake Charles
Larry
Debbie
Karen
Colorado Springs
Cole
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Frederick
Strat A
Lowell Phillips
Anita Crawford
Sidney Bloom
Rocky Norris
Mark Whipple
Mike Taylor
Ed Campbell
Ted van Hook
Emma Eaton
Mary Terell
Ralph Maier
Hilda Poirier
Tony Svaslenko
Jim McCrackan
del Carden
Frank Carden
Strat
Frederick American Legion
FSK
Mio
Lehman
Thomas Johnson
McDonald's
Archive
Dear Abby
Abigail van Buren
Dick Tracy
Manchester
N.H
D.A.R.E
Kou Magic Cs
West Seventh Street
Maryland
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Ann Adams
David Brombert
the Pechanic Center
Gregory Powell
Pho Frederick Psychology Center
ABC
Frederick Nefos-Post
Robert Wallace, Ed
Frederick Netes
Arigirved
Wes Luzaat
Jcpenney Styling Salon
Kerry Siekierski
Kerry
Jcpenney Styling
Frederick Towne Mall
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