Dr. Maria A Santiago

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• Mononucleosis: Am I Contagious Throughout the Duration of My Condition?

  Mononucleosis is a disease that is spread through the Epstein-Barr virus. Specific details about the virus is still unknown. This virus is known to exhibit fatigue in people, accompanied by an aching body, swollen lymph nodes, and fever. This disease is known to be spread through saliva and other...

• Alzheimer 's Disease: Understand the Diagnosis

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• Appendicitis: Get the Facts

  Appendicitis is an acute or chronic condition which causes inflammation of the appendix. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, it is the most common cause of abdominal pain in the US which results in surgery. It has also been found that about 5% of the...

• Alternative Treatments for Dengue Fever

  On the heels of the four viruses Dengue 1 through 4, a fifth potentially lethal strain of the virus was discovered in 2013 that further complicated the search for a vaccine and cure for dengue fever. Treatment either at home or in hospitals is confined to re-hydration of the water deficient body...

• Holistic Treatment for Tennis Elbow

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