Dr. Michael Hotelling Rubin MD

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• Anemia: Learning More About The Unfortunates

  Anemia is a medical condition in which the count of red blood cells in the blood is lower than the normal number. This can occur due to many reasons such as deficiency of some vitamin, iron or it can also be hereditary. It is one of the most common disorders of blood and there are reports suggesting...

• Psychological Changes in Children May Be a Sign of Celiac Disease

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• Cholera and Diarrhea

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• For People with Crohn's, Mental Well-Being Is Just as Important as Physical

  The impact of Crohn’s disease on a person’s lifestyle can be dramatic. The unpredictability of flare ups, medication reactions, and even bathroom locations puts a strain on the person’s ability to participate in everyday life. It’s challenging to make and keep plans when day-to-day symptoms...

• What Is Hematochezia?

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