Dr. Alfredo Aponte MD

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• The Positive Impact of Mango Consumption on Crohn’s and Colitis

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• Is Gastroenteritis Related to Drug Withdrawal?

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• Study Suggests Ties Between Celiac Disease and Early Respiratory Infections

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• Five Tips for Living with Jaundice

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