Mayo Clinic Q & A - January 2017 Archives

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was recently diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Why do I have different inhalers? ANSWER: Bronchodilators commonly are prescribed ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’ve heard that having sleep apnea can increase your blood pressure. What if you don’t sleep well but don’t have sleep apnea. ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: If opioids are such a problem in our country, why are they used so often to treat pain? Aren’t there other effective ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was diagnosed with diabetes a few months ago, and I am concerned about peripheral neuropathy in my feet. Is there anything ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am 58 and considering becoming a vegetarian. I know it will be important to make sure I get enough protein, but ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What are the best alternative treatments for chronic back and neck pain? I am not able to take pain medication. Are there ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My son is 8 and wets the bed a few times each week. We have tried a variety of things to help ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I often get leg cramps and am wondering if I should get screened for peripheral artery disease, since my father had it. ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma last year. My doctor says I likely won't need treatment. But I know others who have ...