All patients with hyperparathyroidism will develop osteoporosis. The parathyroid glands maintain blood calcium within the normal range. All patients with this disease will continue to lose calcium from their bones every day, and there is no way to prevent the development of osteoporosis as a result.
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During the twentieth century, a variant of the metric system was used in Russia and France in which the base unit of mass was the tonne. Instead of kilograms, this system used millitonnes (mt).
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Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.
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There are more nerve cells in one human brain than there are stars in the Milky Way.
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In most climates, 8 to 10 glasses of water per day is recommended for adults. The best indicator for adequate fluid intake is frequent, clear urination.
The Coronary Arteries and Major Veins of the Heart (Anterior and Inferior Views)
Location of the heart within the mediastinum of the thoracic cavity.
Tissues of the heart.
Chambers and valves of the heart.
Drugs for Heart Failure
Inhibition of cyclooxygenase 1 and 2. Nonselective NSAIDs block the cytoprotective effects as well ...