Patient seeks plain language meaning of chest X-ray report
Dear Dr Gott explains that mild cardiomegaly and faint linear opacities in the right lower lobe suggest possible age related changes or small fibrotic scarring. He notes no pulmonary edema and advises returning to the physician for further evaluation of chest pressure.
Coping with holiday stress after Sept. 11 in Manhattan
Dietitian Sara Ryba describes clients canceling visits after the terrorist attacks and urges a gradual return to healthy eating. Experts say anxiety and war fears heighten holiday stress and body image concerns, offering practical tips for moderation, meal timing, exercise, and mindful eating.
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Flu risks and prevention urged by Dr Van Stitt
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Strength training aids frail older men with low testosterone
Freedom News Service reports a year long study of 32 men average 75 with low testosterone. Groups included testosterone patches with workouts, placebo with workouts, testosterone without exercise, and placebo with no exercise. Those who did power lifting improved most, especially with added testosterone, showing sixfold gains.
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