DEAR DR. GOTT: In 1947, after being given Atabrine for a fever of undetermined origin, I experienced a reaction to the drug that prompted a Veterans Administration hospital stay, where I received electroshock treatment.
Just last year, an MRI revealed that I had experienced strokes that I was not aware of. Could the shock treatments have caused the strokes and other problems? I assume that the shock therapy was pretty primitive in those days.
DEAR READER: Indeed it was. Shock-induced brain damage was a common consequence of this therapy. At present, your health remains stable. Follow your doctor's advice about further follow up.
To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Stroke." Other readers who would like a copy should send a long, self-addressed, stamped envelope and $2 to Newsletter, PO Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title.
DEAR DR. GOTT: I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease in 2006. I suffer with pain and an inability to eat very many things.
I have also been taking stool softeners. Needless to say, they weren't working very well. I also lost 45 pounds. I was having a very difficult time adjusting to this problem.
A few weeks ago I found an over-the-counter medicine called Digestive Advantage for Crohn's and colitis. Since I have been taking this medicine, I have been relieved of the pain and bloating. Also, I am able to eat more healthfully. I am keeping my weight low but eating much better. If you can print this letter, please tell people about this wonderful pill. It has been a miracle for me. I do hope it can help others with the same problem.
DEAR READER: Many of my readers with colitis have experienced significant improvement from Digestive Advantage (for Crohn's and colitis). I am printing your letter in hopes that this therapy will help other patients.
To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Irritable Bowel Syndrome." Other readers who would like a copy should send a long, self-addressed, stamped envelope and $2 to Newsletter, PO Bo 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title.
DEAR DR. GOTT: I am a Caucasian woman, age 68, who takes two Tums EX tablets twice a day, with breakfast and dinner, for the calcium benefits. They also help settle my regular indigestion (as manifested by burping) and occasional acid reflux.
My question is, am I possibly doing harm to my stomach by taking so much Tums? My doctor doesn't seem to think so, but I'd really like your opinion.
DEAR READER: The amount of Tums EX you are taking should not harm you. In fact, it is the recommended dosage listed on the packaging. I agree with your family physician. Continue your therapy. However, if you prefer, you may wish to try a calcium plus vitamin D supplement. The vitamin D will help your body absorb the calcium more readily.
Just last year, an MRI revealed that I had experienced strokes that I was not aware of. Could the shock treatments have caused the strokes and other problems? I assume that the shock therapy was pretty primitive in those days.
DEAR READER: Indeed it was. Shock-induced brain damage was a common consequence of this therapy. At present, your health remains stable. Follow your doctor's advice about further follow up.
To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Stroke." Other readers who would like a copy should send a long, self-addressed, stamped envelope and $2 to Newsletter, PO Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title.
DEAR DR. GOTT: I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease in 2006. I suffer with pain and an inability to eat very many things.
I have also been taking stool softeners. Needless to say, they weren't working very well. I also lost 45 pounds. I was having a very difficult time adjusting to this problem.
A few weeks ago I found an over-the-counter medicine called Digestive Advantage for Crohn's and colitis. Since I have been taking this medicine, I have been relieved of the pain and bloating. Also, I am able to eat more healthfully. I am keeping my weight low but eating much better. If you can print this letter, please tell people about this wonderful pill. It has been a miracle for me. I do hope it can help others with the same problem.
DEAR READER: Many of my readers with colitis have experienced significant improvement from Digestive Advantage (for Crohn's and colitis). I am printing your letter in hopes that this therapy will help other patients.
To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report "Irritable Bowel Syndrome." Other readers who would like a copy should send a long, self-addressed, stamped envelope and $2 to Newsletter, PO Bo 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title.
DEAR DR. GOTT: I am a Caucasian woman, age 68, who takes two Tums EX tablets twice a day, with breakfast and dinner, for the calcium benefits. They also help settle my regular indigestion (as manifested by burping) and occasional acid reflux.
My question is, am I possibly doing harm to my stomach by taking so much Tums? My doctor doesn't seem to think so, but I'd really like your opinion.
DEAR READER: The amount of Tums EX you are taking should not harm you. In fact, it is the recommended dosage listed on the packaging. I agree with your family physician. Continue your therapy. However, if you prefer, you may wish to try a calcium plus vitamin D supplement. The vitamin D will help your body absorb the calcium more readily.