Ask Dr. Gott: Not all cholesterol created equally

DEAR DR. GOTT: I am an 84-year-old female in very good health. I had stage II breast cancer followed by breast removal 16 years ago. I was on tamoxifen for five years but never had chemotherapy or radiation. I continue to have yearly mammograms and, so far, everything has been good.

I used to be a competitive racewalker, but had to give it up to take care of my husband about 10 years ago. I continue to racewalk on my own. I was treated for leg and back pain while doing this competitively.

I am writing for your opinion on two issues. The first is treatment of meralgia paresthetica. I have tried epidurals and increasing dosages...