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Blood in the urine can be a sign of a kidney stone, glomerulonephritis, or other kidney problems.
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Hyperthyroidism leads to an increased rate of metabolism and affects about 1% of women but only 0.1% of men. For most people, this increased metabolic rate causes the thyroid gland to become enlarged (known as a goiter).
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In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.
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Alcohol acts as a diuretic. Eight ounces of water is needed to metabolize just 1 ounce of alcohol.
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When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.