Dear Pharmacist

My grandson is 8 months old, and the pediatrician wants to vaccinate him for the flu. My daughter and I are at odds because she wants to vaccinate him, and I don’t think she should. She reads your column, so what is your opinion?

A.H., Memphis, Tennessee

ANSWER: It’s a [...]

Published 10-11-08

Dear Pharmacist,

I have chronic pancreatitis that causes abdominal pain and nausea. I’ve required hospitalization twice in two years. It still hurts despite the pain medications and enzymes that I take. Can I rebuild my pancreas?

L.Y., Decatur, Ill.

A: There are many ways to help yourself. Most Americans associate the pancreas with diabetes, not with pancreatitis [...]

Published 10-4-08

Dear Pharmacist,

You mentioned Padma Basic in a recent article and how it might help autoimmune conditions. I have rheumatoid arthritis and heart disease and the people in my support group don’t know anything about Padma, so can you provide more information? – E.O., NY, New York

Answer: I’ve received hundreds of e-mails like yours. I [...]