Blood pressure spikes could denote labile hypertension

#MiddleburyCT #LabileHypertension #Sweating DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 85 years old and in good health for my age. I am an active nonsmoker, eat healthy, practice tai chi, and enjoy ... Continue Reading →

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome effect on older women

#MiddleburyCT #PolycysticOvarySyndrome DEAR DR. ROACH: I had all the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) when I was younger. I could go six months without having my period. ... Continue Reading →

Hot flashes persist past menopause, thyroidectomy

#MiddleburyCT #HotFlashes #Thyroidectomy DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 81 and had a thyroidectomy in 2017. My whole thyroid gland was removed. I also had a little bit of cancer. I have started ... Continue Reading →

Case of hot flashes lingers despite therapy

#MiddleburyCT #HotFlashes #Hysterectomy #Falls #Probiotics DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 78; I had a hysterectomy in 1976 due to excessive vaginal bleeding, but I still have my ovaries. I have ... Continue Reading →

Heading soccer ball puts youths at risk

#Middlebury DEAR DR. ROACH: Can “heading” the ball in soccer cause a concussion? I have grandchildren who play soccer, and I am concerned. – G.W.H. ANSWER: The evidence is ... Continue Reading →