Autoimmune Issues and Inflammation

Q: Dr. Sheehan, I feel really “swollen” lately, like I have inflamation throughout my body. I have RA which I am told could be producing this feeling. What else could be doing this and how do I get rid of it!? I feel “puffy” all the time!!!...

TMJ

Q: Dr. Sheehan, I am 26 years old, and I have had symptoms of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) or temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ) the last 5 years after chewing trauma on the sides of my mouth. Raw milk seems to relax my mouth muscles considerably but anytime I...

Cancer and Phytoestrogens

Q: Dr. Sheehan, I am 57 years old and postmenopausal. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001. (estrogen positive-ductal)I have high LDL cholesterol and my other lipid levels are at normal range. After taking statins in the past with side effects, I started taking...

What is HRV (Heart Rate Variability)

Q: At my appointment on Friday, your staff ran an HRV on me at my re-examination. I know we reviewed my results together, and I understood them then. My husband asked what an HRV is and why it’s so important after my appointment. I couldn’t explain it to...