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Questions that Dr. Sam Wise have answered.

My responses to Fifty Factoids

  Hello Aaron,   See my answers in blue   Sam On Feb 18, 2014, at 10:24 AM, Aaron wrote: Any of this factual? Human Mysteries The Human Body is a treasure trove of mysteries, one that still confounds doctors … Continue reading

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Forced to wear a mask for not getting a flu shot.

Question: As a healthcare worker my employer requires me to get a flu shot or wear the mask.  I have actually not had the flu in over 20 years however the shot makes me ill. A reaction prompted by my … Continue reading

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Any Suggestions for the Big 56 ?

Question: Hello Dr Wise I’ll be 56 in two weeks.  I’ve been working out twice a week with a trainer very strenuously and walking a couple of miles 2 or 3 times a week for exercise.  I’ve been doing this … Continue reading

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Your thoughts on Tramadol.

Question: I checked into the use of codine for my Mother’s arthritis pain and codine is not recommended for kidney disease patients. However in searching the internet, I came across a narcotic called tramadol that is recommended for kideny patients. … Continue reading

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Too much Iron Pills?

Question: Dear Dr. Wise, I couldn’t give blood last week because my iron was low,by 1 pt. I am now taking Iron pills (325 ) mg’s. I’m taking one a day. Is that too much and should I cut down? … Continue reading

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I have heard Vitamin D Is important Is this true?

Question: I have heard Vitamin D Is important.  Is this true? DR Wise Answer: Vitamin D has been found to be very important and that 85% of people in the united states are deficient.  As the vitamin is better studied … Continue reading

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How can I safely lose weight?

Question: How can I safely lose weight? DR Wise Answer: Obesity is a major problem in the USA , even in children. Reduced activity and excessive intake of carbohydrates are major causes. This can lead to other illnesses like diabetes … Continue reading

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