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• What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Lupus?

  It is very hard to diagnose lupus. Since two individuals can have different signs of lupus, doctors have a hard time diagnosing it and treating it effectively. To diagnose lupus, it can take a long time, which can be distracting to both the doctor and the affected person. The symptoms of lupus can...

• Treatments for Rosacea

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• How Does a Patient's Surgeon Influence Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions?

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• What Is Fenugreek?

  What is fenugreek and where does it come from?Fenugreek is an annual herb that has small white flowers and green leaves. It belongs to the pea family and is also called as "Greek hay". The plant could grow up to 3 feet and its seed pods have 10-20 tiny, flat, yellow-brown, and strong aromatic...

• What is the Oedipus complex?

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