Q: I've had a CAT scan of my heart to evaluate how much plaque I have around my heart. I had some plaque and now they are asking me to do a follow up study. It is safe to continue to get this CAT scan … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Depression Treatment
Q: I’ve had depression on and off through my adult life. I take Zoloft and while it helps me to be happier, it really interferes with my sex drive. Is there an alternative? A: You are on an SSRI (Selective … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Erectile Dysfunction
Q: I have erectile dysfunction (ED) and high blood pressure. When I take Viagra, I get a headache. What natural remedies are there for erectile dysfunction? A: There are several effective natural remedies … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: IV Nutrient Therapy
Q: I have been very fatigued and because I also have IBS, I worry about absorbing enough nutrients. Is there any way to get intravenous (IV) nutrients regularly to be sure I don’t get depleted? A: Targeted … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Teen Depression
Q: My daughter just started her sophomore year of high school. She struggled her freshman year with depression for the first time and this summer, her mood bounce back up and it seemed that the more she slept … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Blood Pressure
Q: My doctor discovered that I have high blood pressure. She did some tests that were normal and started me on an ACE inhibitor, but I developed a cough so she changed my medicine and again, I’m having side … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Prostate Cancer
Q: My father had prostate cancer at age 60. I'm 45 years old. When should I start screening for prostate cancer, and what can I do to prevent it? A: You're due to start screening now, with a PSA (prostate … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Mammograms
Q: I am 48 years old, and I'm confused about whether I should get another mammogram this year.I had a mammogram when I was 40, and I understand mammogram recommendations have changed. What should I do? A: … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Eczema
Q:I have eczema on my hands and my family physician sent me to an allergist who skin tested me and said the only thing I was allergic to was coffee - which I don't drink. My doctor then drew blood and tested me … [Read more...]
Ask the Doc Article: Candida Diet
Q:I've had a number of problems, including weight gain, sugar cravings, tiredness, and brain fog. After reading about candidiasis and yeast overgrowth, I tried the Candida diet and felt much better. After three … [Read more...]