Pros and Cons of Cancer Therapy In Dear Dr Gott Column
Dr Gott discusses risk benefit of radiation and chemotherapy for cancer. Long term effects exist but balance with not treating. Emphasizes patient choice, honest communication, and individualized goals between doctor and patient. Also explains iron deficiency risks for repeated blood donation and recommends iron therapy if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Gott
Red Cross
Reader
Teen seeks tips to keep high school manager role
A 15-year-old girl asks how to persuade her old-fashioned father to let her remain head manager of a boys high school sport after last year’s approval. Dr Wallace offers to have the coach vouch for the role as educational and responsible.
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Tammy
Anaheim
Calif
Dr. Wallace
Beverly
Alameda
Ottawa
Dear Abby column letters on aging sons, kids labels, and unpaid grandmother care
A reader recalls a 1968 clipping about tall versus small men’s appeal and health, asks Abby about calls for using children versus kids, and whether electronic toys will replace storytelling. Another letter describes grandparents caring for their grandchild Sweetie for five years amid a daughter’s absent support.
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Abby
Barbara Saglimbeni
Schenectady
N.Y. P.S
Barbara
Neil M. Anderson
Malden
Mass
MR. Anderson
Sweetie
Pinch hitter helps close gap between mother and grandson
A father coaches his 13-year-old son to visit his ailing grandmother, guiding travel safety, neighborhood exploration, and shared memories. The gesture aims to bridge the distance between generations, with nightly talks recorded on tape and a promise that the grandmother may live forever.
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Asan
Atlanta Hartsfield
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