In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.
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Bacteria have flourished on the earth for over three billion years. They were the first life forms on the planet.
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After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
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No drugs are available to relieve parathyroid disease. Parathyroid disease is caused by a parathyroid tumor, and it needs to be removed by surgery.
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The first oral chemotherapy drug for colon cancer was approved by FDA in 2001.
Sickled and normal red blood cells
Using a sphygmomanometer to measure blood pressure.