Dr. Anthony C Smith MD

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• Bringing Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Patients and Their Doctors Together via Survey

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• Weight Watchers May Be Worth a Shot

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• Can Children Suffer from Sleep Apnea?

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• What Is Cyanosis and Why Does It Occur?

  IntroductionCyanosis is the medical term for a bluish discoloration of the skin, nails, toes, and mucous membranes. It is generally caused by low levels of oxygen in the blood. Normally, blood appears bright red when it is fully oxygenated. However, when blood does not have enough oxygen, it turns...

• What is Sepsis?

  Sepsis is a serious medical condition characterized by an exaggerated immune response towards an infection. This response causes the release of chemicals, which results in widespread inflammation and blood clotting in different parts of the body. Sepsis may result in sudden drop in the blood...