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A member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: But only if you want relief! there are many approaches, but the important thing is to find out what is causing the pain so that appropriate therapies ... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Many: Are you on any medication? Many meds, especially those used having their main effects on the nervous system (ssri's, etc) can cause this. In addition,... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Probably: If done correctly, stem cell therapy has few side effects. Make sure that you are dealing with a reputable office. Whether it's effective or not is an... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Hbot is one of the best therapies for any neurological problem. Get started as soon as possible. It has the ability to help the body heal and regrow n... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: Bronchitis itself is rarely fatal, but it can worsen into a more serious condition that can be fatal. The vast majority of respiratory infections are ... Read More
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A 22-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Yes, it is. Constipation is also common, and can alternate with the diarrhea. Some people have more of one than the other. Regardless of the type, the... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: The position of the medical board in ohio is that cancer is not curable. It can, however, be placed into remission, which means that there is no detec... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: As with many organs, there is enough reserve to compensate for some loss of function. People with only one kidney can lead a normal life.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Although not common, it does happen. Any child with hypertension needs a full medical evaluation to determine the causes.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: The typical polyp is painless.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
It helps, but..: Drinking plenty of water can help prevent constipation, which can contribute to hemorrhoid formation. But, you also need to have enough fiber. Exercis... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Depends: There are therapies and agents that can assist the body in healing itself. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is one of the best of them. Vitamins, minerals, h... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Possible: Pulmonary embolism can be fatal at any age, and should be treated immediately.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Treat the cause: As most asthma is caused by allergies, the best solution is to treat the allergies, as it is impossible to avoid all allergens. I suggest lda (low dos... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Exercise is always a good thing, if done within one's limits. Also, if you're prone to exercise induced asthma, take precautions before exercising to ... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, which COPD is not.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
A therapy: Hbot is breathing 100% oxygen under increased atmospheric pressure. This is performed in a chamber specifically built for this purpose. It's basic aff... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: We have used hbot for brain injuries of all types for over 10 years and have gotten excellent results. If i ever have a condition of this kind, an hbo... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: There are many herbal and nutritional products available for this. One of my favorite lines is by premiere research labs, which has several formulas f... Read More
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A 50-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
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Soaks: It's best to soak a piece of cloth with the castor oil, then place it over the area to be treated. The traditional material is flannel. You can also t... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Many: I would first start with a good multivitamin/mineral product. Choose one that is a truly natural, food based one. In addition, many agents help with m... Read More
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A 24-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: We've treated many children with this condition, and have gotten good results for the majority of them. It's not a cure all and does not reverse the c... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Morning: Research indicates that morning exercise has the most benefit on weight loss. However, don't let a conflict stop you from exercising. Any exercise is ... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Depends...: ...On how long you do it for, and if you're using any other supplements. The major problem with longer term use of a juice fast (more than a day or tw... Read More
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A 50-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: There are a number of essential oils that are anti-fungal, including tea tree, lavender, and eucalyptus. An online search will find some good combinat... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: There is an entire field of music therapy, and a large amount of information about this can be found on the internet. As they say, music soothes the s... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Varies: I received my training in medical school, followed by more training in post-graduate courses. There is now training available through massage courses ... Read More
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Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
A philosophy: As a residency trained and board certified physician, i take a holistic approach to health care. I prescribe medications, but also use other therapies... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Irritation of the skin is the most common, with or without a subsequent rash.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Many: Muscle/joint pain, weakness, low blood pressure, salt cravings, loss of appetite, fatigue weight loss, irritability and depression are common signs of... Read More
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A 45-year-old female asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Many...: There can be many causes of this, but a common one is low mineral levels. Magnesium and potassium are the most common, but i suggest a nutritional eva... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Depends: This depends on the cause. Allergies, infections and neurotransmitter dysfunction are common, and require different approaches. Best to see a doctor t... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk for a huge number of problems. Cigarettes contain a large number of toxins that effect both mom and the ba... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: But, increased water intake helps thin mucous, which enables the body to clear it more rapidly and helps to reduce coughing. In addition, if fever is ... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: The old use of cranberry has been shown to be effective in some cases. D-mannose can also be very useful. In addition, there are a number of herbal re... Read More
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A 22-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Both of these stress the liver and can damage it over time. Combining the two just puts a lot more stress on the liver, making it more likely that dam... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: It can be. If not treated, COPD can be progressive and result in continued loss of breathing capacity, eventually causing death.
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A 22-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: It all depends on good technique. Any blood exposure increases risk. The risk is reduced with good sterile techniques, so always deal with a reputable... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: These are separate issues, although they can occur at the same time. The treatments are very different, as pinworms are an infection and hemorrhoids a... Read More
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Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Obesity certainly contributes, and can make a person more susceptible to this condition.
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Many: There are multiple approaches to cancer of any type, including liver. The two broad categories are standard medical care (surgery, chemo, etc.) and ho... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: COPD is not an infection. It is usually due to exposure to inhaled toxins. Some people have a genetic defect resulting in an enzyme lack that also can... Read More
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Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No......but depends: It's always better to treat the causes. Most asthma is caused by allergies, so allergy therapy is the best approach. I suggest lda (low dose antigen) ... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: Any airborne toxin is detrimental to lung function, including smoke (from any source).
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
No: There are effective holistic remedies and therapies, but I do not suggest that they be used to self-treat. Any therapy, especially one dealing with a ... Read More
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Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Multiple: Small, non-invasive cancers have the best chance for remission. The two broad choices for therapy are standard approaches (chemo, surgery, radiation) ... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Allergies: Those with allergies are most at risk, as most rosacea is caused by allergies. Treatment should use a therapy that can address reactions to foods, che... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Possibly: It depends on which drugs you're referring to. Since eczema is usually caused by allergies, i suggest that you treat the cause and undergo allergy the... Read More
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A 22-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Yes: We all have vulnerable areas of our physiology due to our genetic makeup. The key is to work with the factors we can control, such as diet, nutrition,... Read More
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Dr. Theodore Coleanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Why: My first question is why can't you stay awake and focused? If there's a problem, best to get checked out and treat the cause. Healthy people don't nee... Read More
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This is first doctor my husband is willing to see for health concerns because his solutions make sense. He is concerned about people becoming healed and better.
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Dr. Cole is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Riding my bike for an hour helps me sleep. re: Chamomile tea. Recently had an eye infection and the used tea bag over the eye helped soothe the eye too.
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I check my blood pressure before and after playing the piano for an hour. It drops significantly after practice.
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I didn't know that h2o2 helps and all this time I have a big jar.
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