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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The first oral chemotherapy drug for colon cancer was approved by FDA in 2001.
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In 2006, a generic antinausea drug named ondansetron was approved. It is used to stop nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.
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The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
The life cycle of a flowering plant.
Bay (left) and chestnut (sometimes called "sorrel") are two of the most common coat colors