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November 7, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I am a 68-year-old female and about midsummer I developed psoriasis on my scalp. I treated it with T-gel shampoo but it just got worse with large thick patches over most of my scalp. I then started losing my hair. I made an appointment with my family physician to see if he thought I should see a dermatologist. He said yes and made an appointment, but it was nearly a month a way.

The next day while reading your column I saw something about using Vicks to treat psoriasis. I figured I had nothing to lose so I tried it on a small section of my scalp. I massaged it in and wore a shower cap for a few hours. The buildup disappeared so I then applied it to my entire scalp, massaged it in and put the shower cap back on. About five hours later the psoriasis seemed to have dissolved! [Read more...]

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October 30, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I would like to give your readers a simple and effective remedy for constipation.

About 20 years ago I had gallbladder removal surgery. It caused my bowel movements to be very irregular. While reading an old folk medicine book written by Dr. Jarvis one day, I came across a simple remedy. The doctor told to simply drink a mug of hot water one half hour before breakfast every day.

Figuring it harmless and at worst would fill my bladder a little faster, I decided to try it. I could immediately feel the water emptying my stomach of the contents from the night before. Within just a few days I was completely regulated. It was amazing.

I told my doctor of this simple remedy and he said it was one of the best. When I asked why no one ever mentions it, he responded that most patients, and doctors, feel that it is too easy. [Read more...]

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October 28, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I’m writing to thank you for your suggestion to use cherries or cherry extract to relieve gout and also to tell you about cherries and kidney stones.

My husband had seven kidney stones caused by gout crystals. He was given allopurinol to help control them but it only caused him severe pain across the bottom of his chest and top of his stomach. I was afraid his pancreas was being harmed. (We have a friend who lost his gallbladder, most likely because of his use of allopurinol.)

After seeing your article, I put my husband on two cherry extract pills a day. I figured if it helped gout, it would help kidney stones caused by gout crystals. I guess I was right because my husband has not had another kidney stone and it’s been five years!

DEAR READER:
It does appear that you were correct in suggesting your husband use cherry extract pills to treat his kidney stones. [Read more...]

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October 17, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I have an unsightly nail fungus. I’ve heard that Vicks VapoRub will cure it. Is that true and if so, how much and how often should I use it?

DEAR READER:
According to my readers, Vicks or a comparable mentholatum rub does work. Simply rub the product over the top around the sides of the nail twice daily.

Other products include Miranel, an anti-fungal that contains miconazole nitrate to penetrate the nail faster, tea tree oil, and vinegar poured over the affected nails. Check with your local pharmacist for his or her suggestions.

To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report “Dr. Gott’s Compelling Home Remedies”. Other readers who would like a copy should send a self-addressed, stamped, number 10 envelope and $2 to Newsletter, PO Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092. Be sure to mention the title.

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October 8, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I am having aches and pains throughout my body. My family doctor did blood tests but says they show no signs of arthritis. He recommended I see an internist but when I saw him he only told me to take Tramadol (which I already take for my restless legs syndrome) and Tylenol. When I said I didn’t want to treat the pain without knowing why I had it, he told me I should see someone else. I am frustrated.

I am an 80-year-old woman but feel ancient because of the pain. How do I go about finding out what is wrong with me?

DEAR READER:
You have already taken the appropriate first steps by seeing your family physician and having blood work done. I believe your doctor appropriately referred you to an internist who specializes in diagnosing. In your case, however, [Read more...]

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September 30, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
Thank you for all of the help you have given me and my family through your medical column.

I have enclosed a clipping that I found in a magazine. It is a cheap, easy and effective home remedy for insect bites. My husband was recently stung by a wasp and we tried it with great success.

Simply rub the juicy (freshly cut) side of an onion onto the area and the itch is gone!

DEAR READER:
Thank you for this helpful hint. I note that the tip was from Andrea Candee taken from her book “Gentle Healing for Baby and Child”. She says that it must be a yellow onion and that it works become the onion contains over 100 sulfur compounds which have anti-inflammatory effects. You don’t say what magazine this came from, however. [Read more...]

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September 26, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
After having my left kidney removed, I have been prone to severe leg cramps. They are especially troublesome after sitting for hours at our euchre club. One night they were particularly severe and several of my friends told me to drink dill pickle juice. I love dill pickle juice and since we were having the club at my house, it was easy for me to grab some juice. Instantly the pain stopped and I was able to go back to playing. It was unbelievable and you can add my vote to the dill pickle juice for cramps remedy.

DEAR READER:
I have received several letters from people who drink dill pickle juice (the liquid left in the jar after the pickles are gone). Many claim it is instantly effective. Others have had success with sports drinks that contain electrolytes and still others apply liquid soap directly to the sore muscle. [Read more...]

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September 13, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
A while ago you had a letter from a reader who said Vicks didn’t work for nail fungus. I, too, was having hard time getting rid of a nail fungus with it but then discovered it was more effective if I got the Vicks under the nail. I used a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently massage the salve into the skin under the affected nail. Within two weeks I started to notice the nail and skin were less yellow and flaky. Since then the fungus has completely gone and my new nail has grown in healthy and strong.

DEAR READER:
I believe that part of the problem with Vicks for nail fungus lies with how people are using it. I have repeatedly told my readers to trim the nail as much as possible without causing pain before applying the Vicks to the skin surrounding (and under) the nail. [Read more...]

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September 11, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I am a 23-year-old female and should have a great social life. But, I don’t because of one serious problem. I have bad breath! It is so embarrassing it has cost me every ounce of confidence I have and has ruined my relationship with everyone.

I’ve tried just about everything from my local drug store, but nothing seems to work. I brush, floss and use mouthwash at least twice a day. I’ve done some research and know this is not the root of the problem that began when I was in high school and was allowed to chew gum in school. Is there anything in gum that could have started this? Mints and gum seem to be only a temporary fix and most of the time they make my problem worse.

I know I am going to have to see a doctor, but whom do I make an appointment with? This is so embarrassing I don’t want to go to more doctors than I need to.
I really need some answers. [Read more...]

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September 10, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I have been diagnosed with tinnitus and told there is nothing I can do for it.

Would you know of an herbal remedy or natural cure I might try?

DEAR READER:
Tinnitus is defined as a noise, ringing, clicking, or buzzing in the ears that affects more than 12 million Americans. Common causes are ears blocked by wax and damage from loud noises such as from lawn mowers, engines and heavy equipment.

Tinnitus isn’t an actual condition, but a symptom of an underlying problem such as injury to the ear, a circulatory system disorder or simple, age-related hearing loss. Less common conditions are Meniere’s disease and acoustic neuromas. Some antibiotics, cancer medications, diuretics, and almost 200 other medications are linked to tinnitus. [Read more...]

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