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• The Link Between Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis

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• What is a Carbuncle?

  Carbuncle refers to a cluster of boils under the skin caused by the infection of hair follicles. The infected hair follicles form a small group of painful, reddish bumps on the skin which later get filled with pus. Carbuncles often form in hairy areas like the back and may also form in areas like...

• Understanding The Relationship Between Sleep And Depression

  What is the link between sleep and depression?A sleep disorders is one of the key signs of clinical depression. While some people suffering from depression sleep too much, others are not able to sleep at all. A sleep disorder does not necessarily cause depression, but the lack of rest and sleep does...

• What Can Cause A Sore Tongue?

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• Chronic Knee Pain: What Are the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment?

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