Joe Graedon

Q. What is a good, reliable pill for losing weight? A. The landscape for weight loss has shifted dramatically in the last several years.

Q. I just read your article on aspirin against sunburn. For some people it may have negative health risks. For me, the aspirin discovery was a lifesaver.

Q. With irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and hemorrhoids, I go to the bathroom four or five times a day. Since toilet paper never really cleans perfectly and wipes cannot be flushed down the toilet, we ...Thank you for visiting Spokesman.com. To continue reading this story and enjoying our local journalism please subscribe or log in...

The area is cleaned quite well. I still have to use toilet paper, but way less. I highly recommend a bidet to anyone who ever experiences stained underwear!

Q. With irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and hemorrhoids, I go to the bathroom four or five times a day. Since toilet paper never really cleaned perfectly and wipes cannot be flushed down the toilet, we purchased an electric bidet. What a relief!

Q. With irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and hemorrhoids, I go to the bathroom four or five times a day. Since toilet paper never really cleans perfectly and wipes cannot be flushed down the toilet, we purchased an electric bidet. What a relief!

Q. I just read your article on aspirin against sunburn. For some people it may have negative health risks. For me, the aspirin discovery was a life saver.

Q. I have glaucoma and have been using tafluprost eye drops for several years to treat it. My eyelashes got longer and thicker as a side effect. Since tafluprost comes in single-use vials, there is always liquid left over.

Each night I put it on my wrists and ankles before getting into bed. With this, I sleep through the night. It has been a life saver for me, and I believe it could help lots of people.

Q. I have taken duloxetine for three years for severe fibromyalgia. I am a nurse, so I was reluctant to start it, but my physician said that “It is the best medication we have on the market for your pain.” I looked it up and didn't find any information about withdrawal concerns, or I would have declined.