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Urologists disagree on finasteride for an enlarged prostate

DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with an enlarged prostate two months ago. I thought it was another kidney stone I needed to pass, but I had a totally blocked urethra. I was sent home from the emergency room with a two-week catheter. My urologist prescribed 5 mg of finasteride and alfuzosin. I ...

Thieves steal checks from mailbox

Dear Heloise: A few weeks ago, I went to my bank to ask why I hadn't received the new checks that I ordered. It had been three weeks since I placed the order, and at the time, I was told that it would take about six days to get them in the mail. Well, as it turned out, the bank did send the ...

Horoscopes by Holiday for Dec. 23

The Libra moon declares that invisible forces like wind and love are on our side. The absence of these forces will be equally lucky, though. So, while this is a day to set up your sail to see where the wind will blow you, if the wind has other plans, it's a sign that you're in charge this time. ...

When to hold on and when to let go

Dear Annie: Seven years ago, I met a guy on a dating site. I'm 13 years older than him, but I look much younger than my age. After we matched, he asked me on a date, and we kissed. From there, we kept texting, flirting and engaging in a lot of suggestive conversations -- but he never asked me ...

The use of DMSO isn’t recommended based on potential harm

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm interested in consuming dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO). I've read it will destroy the root of cancer and hasten the healing of broken bones, ligaments and strained muscles. My question is whether it is OK to consume the suggested amount of DMSO? My aortic valve was replaced with ...