Find out how Dr. Hollmann answered our readers' questions. If you have a question for Dr. Hollmann, please e-mail choices@bcbsri.org.

• Is there anything I can do to relieve my headaches without medication?
• What is vitamin D and why is it so important?
• I'm experiencing discomfort in one ankle and in the heel of the foot on the same side. Should I have it checked?
• I've worked in pediatrics for a year and a half and I'm sick all the time. What can I do to prevent illness?
• I heard about the new guidelines for mammogram screenings. Why is this change being made?
• My doctor gave me the choice between a traditional and a virtual colonoscopy. What do you think?
• Should my 11-year-old daughter get the cervical cancer vaccine?
• A few times a week, I have heartburn after eating. Should I be concerned?
• I can fall asleep, but I can't stay asleep. What could be going on?
• Can I lower my cholesterol through diet and exercise rather than going on medication?
• Is it safe to take ibuprofen every day for shoulder pain?
• Do probiotics really work?
• When should I see a doctor about trouble conceiving?
• How do I know when to call the pediatrician?

The information provided through this column is intended solely for general information and should not be relied upon for any particular diagnosis, treatment, or care. Always consult with your doctor for appropriate examinations, treatment, testing, and care recommendations.