Dr. Roy Wendell Deen M.D.

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• Cryotherapy and Weight Loss

  Cryotherapy is a technology that has been in use for decades, but its use for weight loss is just a happy accident. The idea was invented by Japan in 1978 to help reduce inflammation. This technology has become a commonplace in Europe and the US especially among athletes as it helps in the repair of...

• What Is Campylobacter Infection: Causes and Treatment

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• How Is Bronchitis Differentiated from Other Chest Infections?

  Bronchial tubes are the airways through which air travels and reaches the lungs. The inflammation of these bronchial tubes is called bronchitis. The inflammation is more often caused by a viral infection, smoke, dust, or other irritants.Bronchitis may be due to a chest infection, inflammation of...

• Oral Thrush in Babies: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

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• What Are the Different Stages of Syphilis?

  Syphilis is a bacterial disease that is dangerous if not diagnosed early and treated. It is an infectious disease that spreads through sexual contact. It has 4 major stages but not all people go through these 4 stages. Still, it is important to get proper treatment.  Syphilis has 4 stages in its...