Healthy Geezer

There are a variety of tests for dysphagia. They include: an X-ray of a bariumcoated esophagus; direct examination of the esophagus with an endoscope, a lighted instrument; a test with a pressure recorder to measure muscle contractions of the esophagus; video fluoroscopy and ultrasound, two forms of imaging that record patients swallowing.

Men's & Women's Health

Monday, Jan. 13, 2020

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By Fred Cicetti

In hemodialysis, a patient is connected to an artificial kidney. This mechanical kidney — or dialyzer — filters the blood, and then it is returned to the patient. The treatment time typically lasts three to four hours. Most people suffering chronic kidney failure require hemodialysis three times a week.

Seniors

Monday, Dec. 2, 2019

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By Fred Cicetti

This is a question that opens up the whole Check the weight limit. Typical subject of mobility aids, the icons of canes can hold about 250 aging. We’ll discuss canes in this pounds. Some slimmer column and save crutches, walkers, canes are limited to about wheelchairs and scooters for the 175 pounds.

Seniors

Monday, Oct. 7, 2019

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By Fred Cicetti

W.C. Fields, the vaudevillian and comedic actor in early films, was known to hoist more than an occasional beer. But, Fields got his red, bumpy nose from rosacea, not alcohol. Former President Bill Clinton has rosacea and so did the late financier J.P. Morgan.

Seniors

Monday, Sept. 9, 2019

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By Fred Cicetti

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a no-no if you have a pacemaker. In fact, any procedure that exposes you to electromagnetic energy is a problem. These procedures include therapeutic radiation, shockwave lithotripsy that breaks up large kidney stones, and electrocautery to control bleeding during surgery.

Men's & Women's Health

Monday, Aug. 26, 2019

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By Fred Cicetti

If you smoke, you owe it to yourself to quit. And I believe you have an obligation to try to help others to quit. I’m doing my part by offering this unusual series of columns. No scolding or exaggerated scare tactics. I’m giving you just the facts in a chain of bulletins.

Men's & Women's Health

Monday, Aug. 12, 2019

Healthy Geezer

By Fred Cicetti

Fred Cicetti is a freelance writer who specializes in health. He has been writing professionally since 1963. Before he began freelancing, he was a reporter and columnist for three daily newspapers in New Jersey. If you would like to ask a question, write to fred@healthygeezer.

Seniors

Monday, July 29, 2019

HEALTHY GEEZER

By Fred Cicetti

I quit smoking cigarettes in 1969, five years after the U.S. Surgeon General’s first report said that smoking causes lung cancer. I was convinced the report was right when it came out, but it took me five years to develop the willpower to give up my Marlboros.

Seniors

Monday, July 1, 2019

HEALTHY GEEZER

By Fred Cicetti

The body can make all the cholesterol it needs. Most cholesterol is made by your liver. You also get cholesterol from foods such as meat, eggs and dairy products. Too much cholesterol is dangerous, because cholesterol can lead to blockages in your blood vessels.

Seniors

Monday, June 17, 2019

HEALTHY GEEZER

By Fred Cicetti

Triglycerides are a fat in your blood. They are essential for maintaining good health. However, if your triglycerides get out of control, you can put your heart at risk. People with high triglycerides usually have lower HDL (good) cholesterol and a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.