Dr. Alfred Alexander Desimone M.D.

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• What Is a Pulled Groin?

  Introduction A pulled groin, also known as groin strain, is a result of putting too much pressure or stress on the groin and thigh muscles. If the groin or thigh muscles are stressed in a forceful manner or when they are pulled all of a sudden, they can get stretched or torn.A pulled groin is quite...

• Is Sepsis a Chronic Condition?

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• Does My Diet Raise My Risk for Appendicitis?

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