Chris George Pasvantis M.D.

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• What Is Inversion Therapy?

  IntroductionInversion therapy is a kind of technique wherein an individual is suspended in an upside down position to stretch the spine and get relief from back pain. The theory of this therapy is that the body’s gravity is shifted in an inverted position and helps relieve pressure on the back...

• Clinically Isolated Syndrome vs. Multiple Sclerosis: What You Need To Know

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• What Causes Ear Infections?

  When you hear about an ear infection, it usually refers to a middle ear infection, wherein your middle ear gets inflamed. The middle ear is the part of the ear just behind the eardrum. Ear infections are most commonly caused by bacteria and viruses.An ear infection can either be acute or chronic....

• Zika Virus Symptoms: What Is Zika Virus and Travel Recommendations

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• What is Sepsis?

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