The Best Form of Exercise Is Walking

Dear Dr Garner, I am a 72-year-old woman, who is in good shape and likes to exercise every day. The problem is, that my knees and hips start to hurt when I jog (got bad rheumatism). I have no problem walking, but cannot jog without feeling a lot of pain. My friend tells me that […]

Behavior Modification Can Prevent Kidney Stones

Dear Dr. Garner, Last week, I had the worst pain of my life. While I am a man and have never been pregnant, the feeling I had is what I imagine my wife felt during the delivery of our daughter. It turned out to be kidney stones. Foremost on my mind, is whether I should […]

Blood in the Urine

Dear Dr. Garner, I am very scared. When I got up to go to the bathroom today, my urine looked bloody. I never had anything like this before. It really doesn’t hurt. It is more the sight of it that bothers me. I am 58 years old, and aside from smoking, I am fine with […]

Cataracts Are a Natural Part Of the Aging Process

Dear Dr. Garner, I had been having trouble with my vision so I went to see my ophthalmologist. She said I have cataracts that need to be removed. I am a little nervous about the surgery.   Could you tell me more about this condition and why I got it?  I am in good condition […]

Lifestyle Modification Can Calm Irritable Bowels

Dear Dr. Garner, I am 35 and in good condition except for a problem I have been having lately. Whenever I get upset or worried about something my bowels go haywire. I have pain and diarrhea and I feel a little depressed. My doctor feels it is due to irritable bowel disease. Is there a […]

Don’t Skip PSAs and Breast Exams

Dear Dr. Garner My husband and I are totally confused with the changes in when to get mammograms and PSAs. We have been diligent about the tests, but now hear they’re no longer recommended.  What is your opinion? Confused Couple In Canarsie Dear Confused, You are not the only ones confused. Many doctors feel the same […]