Dr. Heather Joy Porter D.O.

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• Alternative Treatments for Gallstones

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• All About Skin Abrasions

  What is an abrasion?An abrasion is an open wound caused by the skin coming into contact with a rough surface, rubbing away the upper epidermal layer of the skin. The parts of the body that are more prone to abrasions are thin-skinned bony areas, such as the elbows, knees, ankles, shins, and upper...

• What Are Pinworms? Treatment and Home Remedies for Pinworms

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• What Is Pyrexia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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• What Is Cat Scratch Fever?

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