Aneurysm size determines whether surgery is necessary

#Middlebury #Aneurysm #Bisphosphonates DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband will be 83 in September and was recently diagnosed with an ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm measuring 4.8 cm. Five ... Continue Reading →

Estrogen insert may help with bladder problems

#Middlebury #Health DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 83-year-old female with bladder problems. I get up two or three times a night and usually make it to the bathroom. I thought it would be ... Continue Reading →

Size determines risk of aneurysm rupture

#Middlebury #Health DEAR DR. ROACH: My boyfriend recently was diagnosed with an aneurysm. The report says the abdominal aorta is 3.02 cm in largest dimension and recommends screening ... Continue Reading →