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December 2023 in “Intisari Sains Medis” SLE and DM can coexist but are rare and need careful evaluation.
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November 2023 in “Journal of neurology” A patient with a nerve disorder died from infection complications after developing insulin resistance from a treatment.
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September 2018 in “Nutrients” Essential oils from Curcuma species, like turmeric, have compounds that can fight inflammation, cancer, and bacteria, and can also stimulate hair regrowth in bald males.