Monitoring enlarged lymph nodes and possible causes
Reader asks about persistent sore swollen lymph nodes after negative mono tests. Dr Gott notes lymph nodes swell with infection and illness such as flu. CMV and toxoplasmosis can mimic mononucleosis. Recommends medical evaluation, possible biopsy if no clear cause, and general rest and good health.
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Weare
DR. Gott
Writing for single retired women in later life
Readers request a column about social life for single retired women aged 60s and 70s. Advice urges defining goals, joining clubs, and seeking compatible companionship or dating partners. It suggests using golf courses, fitness groups, and professional associations to meet men with shared interests, and invites comments for future Senior Forum pieces.
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Tong Marnie
P.O. Box
Columbia
Gold Jewelry Making Techniques and Alloys Overview
The article describes heating gold in a crucible, casting in a vacuum, quenching, and cleaning to achieve a high shine. It compares gold with platinum, notes platinum's durability and heat needs, and discusses gold-filled, gold plating, hollow gold, and alloy issues that can cause skin reactions. It also mentions costs for steel dies and the enduring history of gold in jewelry.
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Mr. Downing
Barnes
Perfume lore and changing habits in Arab history
The article traces perfume use in Arab culture from ancient times to today, noting cauldrons of scented oils, ambergris in women’s care, and the shift away from oil-based scents in the last fifty years as store-bought perfumes rise. It also covers a chess or bridge club report listing top winners from Frederick with schedule details.
Celebrating Down Syndrome Birth and Family Hope
A reader reflects on Down syndrome awareness month and shares a heartfelt birth announcement for Hannah Marie born July Fourth. The note urges acceptance, questions welcome, and gratitude for the child’s milestones, while noting parental faith and the lived happiness she brings. It also references a curious wedding gift theft case from Palm Beach in a separate brief.
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Janet Roy
Mesa, Ariz
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Hammak
Hannah
Don’t give up on relationship with two suitors
A reader asks how to handle romance while dating Roy and Joe after Joe pleaded to reconcile. Dr Wallace advises Peggy stay with Roy, admit lingering feelings for Joe, and keep Joe informed if Roy ends. A second letter from Nameless regrets lying about going to a football game and should be honest now, apologize, and propose friendship if not dating.
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Srare Strong
Peggy
Milwaukee
Wib Roy
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