Immunity boosting for travel
My son is about to join a volunteer programme in America for six week. The last time he went to a third world country, he fell sick with a respiratory infection. Is there anything he can take this time to protect him and boost his immunity for the trip?...
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Impetigo flare-ups
About three months ago, I suffered a severe attack of impetigo for the first time in my life. After a month and two different courses of antibiotics, it had still not cleared so I consulted a homeopath who gave me Arum triphyllum. This did clear most of the problem but I still have some infection which flares up every so often. How can I get rid of it completely? ...
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Improving chances of conception at 38
I am 38 and want to improve my chances of conceiving. I had a laparoscopy test, which showed I have some scar tissue left over from a pelvic inflammatory infection I suffered a long time ago. Despite this, I’ve been told there is no reason for me not conceiving. We’ve been trying for two years. Is there any way to improve my chances?...
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Improving sperm quality
My husband and I have been trying to have a baby for over a year now. Tests show my husband has 80% abnormal sperm rates and that while his sperm count is normal, mobility is 60%. The consultant says this does not mean we cannot conceive but I would like to do something to improve our chances. ...
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Increasing energy levels on a budget
I am the 44-year-old mother of three children under the age of five. I am still breastfeeding my youngest child and since my husband works long hours away from home, I am permanently exhausted. I suffer from insomnia too. I don’t have the time or money for exercise, relaxation, or expensive supplements. What five things can I do to improve my energy levels? I want maximum results for minimum input....
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Inexpensive acne products
I know you have written a lot about adult acne before but I am a student and cannot afford expensive products. That said, my skin is ruining my social life and I don’t want to keep using heavy-duty antibiotic creams....
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Infant rash
I cannot be sure my baby has eczema but she has developed some dry-looking red patches in the creases of her knees, elbows and neck. What can I safely use to make her more comfortable? She is just five months old....
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Infantile eczema
Our five-month-old son has infantile eczema on his face and body. We have used prescribed steroid creams which work but it comes back as soon as we stop using them. Can you suggest an alternative?...
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Inoperable liver tumour
My husband has been diagnosed with a liver tumour that is inoperable. I have heard that milk thistle is good for the liver and will not react with any other medication but I am not sure if this is true, where to get it or what dosage he should take. If there is any chance, we will try it, after all, what do we have to lose?...
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Insomnia
My husband suffers from insomnia. He has tried all the usual remedies but nothing has helped. Can you please suggest an alternative?...
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