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Cortisone Injections

Cortisone is a synthetic form of cortisol, a steroid hormone that regulates the body’s response to stress and reduces swelling and inflammation by affecting the immune system’s natural defense response. Cortisone is usually given by injection and comes in many forms such as pills, pomades or creams. Cortisone is used to treat diseases such as…
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Botox Injections

Botox is an FDA-approved toxin, a protein secreted by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum toxin. Once injected under the skin, Botox releases a chemical that tightens the skin and muscles at the injection site. Botox injections are one of the most common cosmetic procedures. Botox injections can serve many purposes, but its most well-known purpose is…
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