Dr. Brent Bjornsen MD

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• What Is Hepatitis C?

  Hepatitis C is a disease caused by the hepatitis virus C. This disease particularly attacks the liver. In chronic cases, the affected person may not be aware of any signs or symptoms of the disease for years.Symptoms of Hepatitis CPeople who have an acute hepatitis C may not experience any symptoms,...

• How to Remove a Deer Tick to Prevent Yourself from Getting Lyme Disease

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• Psychotherapy for Bipolar Disorder

  Bipolar disorder is a type of brain disorder that results in a sudden shift of a person's mood, energy, activity, and sometimes, how a person carries out his or her daily activities. It has always been known that pharmacotherapy is the effective treatment for people with bipolar disorder. However,...

• New Genetic Markers for Lupus Identified in Multi-Ethnic Study

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• Can a 3D Printed Robot Diagnose Breast Cancer?

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