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Dr. Smitha Dutt received a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the State University of New York, Buffalo, USA with a specialization in Oncology. She completed her post-doctoral training from University of California, Davis, USA. She is active contributor to the site as a freelance writer on a view more..
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Korsakoff Syndrome
Korsakoff Syndrome is a memory disorder caused due to alcohol abuse and thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency. Memory loss and confabulation are the main symptoms.
Acanthamoeba Keratitis
Acanthamoeba keratitis is an eye infection affecting the cornea. Contact lens users are at higher risk of getting infected, than non-contact lens users.
Craniosynostosis
Craniosynostosis is a condition where the bones of the skull are fused together prematurely affecting the development of the skull.
Pfeiffer Syndrome
Pfeiffer syndrome is a rare genetic disorder with fused skull bones and fused feet and hands. Multidisciplinary care helps to manage the syndrome.
Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy is a form of generalized seizure characterized by sudden jerky movements of both arms and shoulders, usually just after waking up.
