Brock Ramirez

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• What is Sciatic Pain?

  Sciatica is the pain along the sciatic nerve felt from the lower back through the buttocks to the back of the leg. The sciatic nerve is a large nerve in the body that originates from the spinal cord in the lumbar region, and extends to the lower part of the leg. Generally, the pain is felt only on...

• Can Sinusitis Cause Vomiting?

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• Herpes Simplex Virus: The Cause of Cold Sores

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• What are the Treatment Options for Genital Warts?

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• What Doctor Should I Call if I Have Mononucleosis?

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