Stan Gardner M.D.
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Entries from April 2010

Sjogren’s Syndrome

April 12th, 2010 · 12:55 PM

I have not been officially diagnosed with Sjogren’s Syndrome, but both my eye doctor and my dentist are suspicious that I may have it. What can I do to relieve the symptoms without taking medication? My eyes are VERY dry, but doing better since we put plugs in the upper lids as [...]

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Zantac, Acid Reflux

April 9th, 2010 · 10:20 AM

I have taken a prescription Zantac for a long time, for my ulcers. When I get to the point I don’t think I need to take them, I eventually end up doubled over in pain, and start taking them again. Recently I’ve heard that taking antacids is not good. My question is: is this [...]

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Essential Fatty Acids

April 8th, 2010 · 9:26 AM

In the field of nutrition, there are only three categories of nutrients-proteins, fats and carbohydrates.  Protein recommendations have not changed through the years.  Fat recommendations changed some forty years ago with no scientific background, creating an experiment on the American public with disastrous consequences.  Carbohydrate [...]

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Video of the Week - Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn’s, Ulcerative colitis)

April 7th, 2010 · 11:54 AM


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Safe Treatments for Osteoporosis

April 7th, 2010 · 5:23 AM

What about once a month Boniva?  Does it fit in the category of a safe treatment for osteoporosis?
Boniva, Actonel and Fosamax are in a category of medications call bisphosphonates. They interfere with the repair of bones.
Bones are live tissue, like any other tissue in the body. When bone tissue needs repair, osteoclasts are sent [...]

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Fibromyalgia

April 6th, 2010 · 7:03 AM

I would like more information in dealing with fibromyalgia.  I have dealt with this problem for over 15 years.  Celebrex seems to help with pain, but I also frequently feel so tired and drained.  I am used to being very active and busy, but not now.  How can I get off Celebrex and have [...]

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Springtime Allergies

April 5th, 2010 · 9:34 AM

I was wondering what you suggest for springtime allergies? Mine last from about now to mid-June. I’m 48 and have had them since high school. Every spring I’m plagued with them, the worst being the terrible, itchy eyes that nothing relieves. Rx’s or over the counter meds do give me some relief but [...]

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Vaginitis

April 2nd, 2010 · 5:14 AM

My daughter has vaginitis which has not gone away after several RX’s of antibiotics. What natural cures or supplements could help her?
One strong possibility for a vaginal problem is candida, or yeast, which is only made worse with each antibiotic. If that is the problem, the following is important:
1. Diet-since sugar feeds Candida, [...]

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Molluscum Virus

April 1st, 2010 · 2:28 PM

Do you have any remedies that will clear molluscum in children? There are many websites that claim there are no cures and it’s frustrating to witness the long term affects of this virus. Thank you!
All viruses are basically opportunistic infections, meaning that if the child (person) is healthy, no virus could infect [...]

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