Lauren Sonderegger M.D.

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• Anemia: Get the Facts

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• Is Vaccination an Old Method or Another Achievement of the Modern Era?

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• What Are Ketones?

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• What Causes Blisters and How to Get Rid of a Blister

  Blisters can occur for numerous reasons. Although they are not often serious, the appearance of blisters itself can be very off-putting. A blister is a fluid-filled bubble that develops under the skin. The watery liquid under the blister is often clear, which is called serum.When blisters break, the...