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Dr. Smitha S. Dutt

Dr. Smitha Dutt received a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the State University of New York, Buffalo, USA with a specialization in Oncology. She completed her post-doctoral training from University of California, Davis, USA. She is active contributor to the site as a freelance writer on a view more..

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Ectopic Kidney

Ectopic Kidney

Ectopic kidney is a congenital defect that results due to improper positioning of the kidney during fetal development. It may remain undetected in the absence of abdominal pain or urinary infection.

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Morton´s Neuroma

Morton´s Neuroma

Morton’s neuroma usually results from compression of the third interdigital nerve which is caused by sports and inappropriate footwear.

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Coronavirus

Coronavirus

Coronaviruses infect animals, humans, and birds. Human coronaviruses, such as SARS, MERS, and 2019-nCoV cause respiratory distress and even death. The S protein is the infectious agent of the virus.

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Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by Trichomonas vaginalis that result in vaginal itching, foul smelling discharge from the genital area.

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Graft versus Host Disease (GvHD)

Graft versus Host Disease (GvHD)

Graft versus host disease (GvHD) occurs when donor cells recognize the host cells as foreign and begin to attack it. Symptoms can be mild, severe or even fatal.

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