Bedside Matters

A Diagnostic Dilemma, Vertigo Relief, Goodbye Gray Hair + Generic vs Branded

Recently Dr. Kipper had a diagnostic dilemma: Was his patient having a heart attack or was it something else? He shares the steps he followed to determine the real diagnosis and the surprising cause. Can grey hair be a thing of the past? There’s hope on the horizon. Plus Dr. Kipper explains what can cause Vertigo and how to use the Epley Maneuver. Then our caller has a question about genetic drugs. Are they potentially harmful? Listen to find out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Walking: The New Wonder Drug? Plus, a New Male Contraceptive

In this episode Dr. Kipper has a simple solution for many of our health problems: walking! Is that the new wonder drug? Plus, a new male contraceptive, a caller with a question about aneurisms. And stories about doctors who kill.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Knoxville: Concussions, Allergies and Social Anxiety

Johnny Knoxville from Jackass fame joins Dr. Kipper and the crew to talk about his social anxiety, how it started and how it’s going. His worst injuries filming Jackass and his 16 concussions. Plus, we'll talk about allergies: from Shellfish allergies to environmental allergies. And finally, we'll find out what type of parent Johnny is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Home Test for STDs, Food Allergies and Kids, Plus a Colonoscopy Alternative

In this episode the latest in allergy treatment for kids, an alternative to colonoscopies using blood tests, a new home test for STDs, and some exciting news for smokers who want to quit. And the best part, it’s very affordable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Risks of Home IV’s, How Weight Loss Drugs Can Affect Anesthesia, and the Proper Treatment of Cysts.

On this episode, we'll talk about the possible risks of home IV drips, and how weight loss drugs can impact anesthesia. Plus, there’s a new breakthrough treatment for Prostate Cancer, and our caller asks the question: what's the proper way to treat cysts?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What Not to Take Into an MRI, Are In-Home Laser Treatments Safe and the surprising benefit of Lidocaine.

In this episode: what not to bring in an MRI and two people who broke the rules and paid the price. Can Lidocaine, a common anesthetic, help cure some cancers? The research is very positive. Plus, Matthew Perry’s autopsy named Ketamine as a contributing factor in his death. How does Ketamine, which is used for depression and pain management, turn deadly? And lastly, are in-home laser and light therapy devices safe? We’ll find out.What Not to Take Into an MRI, Are In-Home Laser Treatments Safe and the surprising benefit of Lidocaine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monty Python’s Eric Idle on Pancreatic Cancer, The Dodgers and Death: The Musical

On this episode of Bedside Matters, the legendary Eric Idle explains how a Dodgers game and “Death: The Musical” led to his pancreatic diagnosis. He also reflects on his friendship with George Harrison and what he wishes he had done for Robin Williams. Then he reveals the #1 song played at British Funerals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weight Loss, Type 1 Diabetes, The New Covid Variant and Sleeping without Pills.

On this episode of Bedside Matters Dr. Kipper weighs in on the newest weight loss drug: is it better than the others? Plus, a Type 1 diabetes breakthrough; getting a good night's sleep without pills. Is it possible? And the number one question Dr. Kipper's patients are asking him: what's up with the new covid variant? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tomatoes for Blood Pressure and Healthy Alcohol?

Did you know that tomatoes can be beneficial for your blood pressure? That's what we learn in this week's episode of Bedside Matters. Also, we'll explore the connection between being neurotic and aFib, and our caller wants to know if there any healthy alcohol drinks. The answer might surprise you.Follow us on Instagram @BedsidematterspodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Charlie Day on Sciatica, Stress and Finding Balance.

Actor Charlie Day, co-creator and star of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," talks to Dr. Kipper, Peter, and Anna, about dealing with stress, his experience with sciatica and his strategies for managing the pain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices