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Dr. Simi Paknikar is an MD in Pharmacology with professional experience of over a decade, that includes medical writing, teaching and conducting quality audits for medical services companies. Dr Paknikar is passionate about educating consumers about health and keeps abreast of the latest medical view more..
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Ciguatera - Fish Poisoning
Ciguatera is a type of food poisoning caused due to the consumption of fish infected with a marine toxin called Ciguatera toxin.

Ectopic Kidney
Ectopic kidney is a congenital defect that results due to improper positioning of the kidney during fetal development. It may remain undetected in the absence of abdominal pain or urinary infection.

Urodynamic Testing
What is urodynamic testing? When is it required? Find out what it is used for and if it is useful in the diagnosis of conditions responsible for urinary incontinence and urinary tract infections.

Coffin-Lowry Syndrome
Find the facts of coffin-Lowry syndrome including Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, Diagnosis, Prevention and more information.

Morton´s Neuroma
Morton’s neuroma usually results from compression of the third interdigital nerve which is caused by sports and inappropriate footwear.