Hysterectomy choices and menopause concerns
A reader asks about removing ovaries with hysterectomy to prevent premature menopause. Dr Gott notes ovaries removal is moot at 44 but may prevent future worry and cancer risk. estrogen therapy has side effects and is costly. In another letter, sickle cell is inherited not transfusion related. diagnosis requires hematology care and treatment targets complications rather than cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Gott
Reader
DR. Wallace
Weil
Thuan Dehuwid
Kim
Frederick
How to purge 35 years of treasures and trash
Retirement home complicates downsizing with clutter. Seek honest appraisers for jewelry furniture and art, avoiding percentage fees. pay flat or hourly rates, expect walk‑through estimates, and require appraisal only. Consider antique dealers for selling best items and consignment options, with dealer paid on sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. L
Los Angeles
Holiday mail drives for overseas troops urged by reader letters
Readers urged Operation Dear Abby style holiday mail for service members stationed worldwide. Details include centers and dates from November 15, 1993, to January 15, 1994, plus addresses for Europe, the Mediterranean, the Americas, Korea, and the Pacific.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Armed Services
J.W.G
Baltimore
U.S
Military Postal Service Agency
Jacaru
APO AE
Europe
FPO AE
Mediterranean Basin
APO AA
South
Central America
APO AP
Korea
Marjoriey
Converse
Fair Oaks
Calif
U S teens shine at first International Geography Olympiad
A US teen team beat Great Britain and Russia to win inaugural International Geography Olympiad, earning each member 2000 dollars and a gold medal. Captain Noel Erinfeli of Flint Michigan answered the Mekong River question, highlighting improved geography literacy nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Great Britain
Tangla
China
Mekong
Noel Erinfeli
Flint
Mich
Wallace
Gina
Hammond
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Peter Gott
Kent S. Collins
Jesus
Hood College
Hood
Oes
Maryland
Rosemont Avenue
Dear Abby
Abigail van Buren
Thurmont
de Pomes
Attar
Furst Bank of
Fredenck
Nic
Tha
Leggett Bridal Registry
Quick Tips
Blannina the We
Francis Scott Key
PMH
Barbara Brohawn
Amy Klimas
Jeanette Eleff
R.N
Frederick County
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Seventh Street
Landis Jewelry Store, Inc
Market St
Tween
Robert Wallace, Ed
Kelly Riser
Kelly
Toll House Avenue
Jcpenney Styling Salon
Frederick Towne Mall
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