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Many people have small pouches in their colons that bulge outward through weak spots. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. About 10% of Americans older than age 40 years have diverticulosis, which, when the pouches become infected or inflamed, is called diverticulitis. The main cause of diverticular disease is a low-fiber diet.
By definition, when a medication is administered intravenously, its bioavailability is 100%.
Multiple sclerosis is a condition wherein the body's nervous system is weakened by an autoimmune reaction that attacks the myelin sheaths of neurons.
The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.