Understanding post operative adhesions and treatment options
Inflammation and injury form scar tissue called adhesions that can connect abdominal organs. Most adhesions cause no symptoms, but some strands may obstruct the bowel years after surgery, causing pain fever vomiting and swelling. Only abdominal surgery can diagnose and treat adhesions, and no non surgical therapy exists to prevent or treat them.
We Want You To Know Colorectal Cancer Early Detection
Dr William C Miller outlines colorectal cancer risks and early detection methods. Key signs include changes in bowel habits and rectal bleeding. Emphasizes screening options such as digital rectal exams, sigmoidoscopy, occult blood tests, colonoscopy, and barium enema, with age-based schedules and family history considerations.
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Borrowed advice may get loan back DEAR ABBY
Dear Abby receives multiple reader letters about a $7,000 loan to a daughter and son in law with no written proof. Advice suggests obtaining written acknowledgment and partial repayment. other items urge pet safety in cars and a confidential note on nagging and drinking dynamics.
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Wardrobe boost for a 77 year old aunt in spring
A reader suggests cheering a retiree aunt by buying new clothes from Prime Time Fashions. The column notes easy fasteners like oversized buttons and Velcro to aid arthritis and vision, with jackets at 32 dollars and dresses around 59 to 65 dollars. The piece urges selecting attire that suits her potential, not her age.
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Helping Your Teen Develop High Self Esteem
Don Brands introduces a parental booklet guiding families to share home duties to build teen self esteem. It outlines a household cleaning tasks schedule and a job jar, with tips on positive reinforcement, routine, and avoiding nagging to boost teens' confidence and sense of value. Apply at home for a free copy by mail.
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