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There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.
Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.
Anesthesia awareness is a potentially disturbing adverse effect wherein patients who have been paralyzed with muscle relaxants may awaken. They may be aware of their surroundings but unable to communicate or move. Neurologic monitoring equipment that helps to more closely check the patient's anesthesia stages is now available to avoid the occurrence of anesthesia awareness.
Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It may accompany nearsightedness or farsightedness. It is usually caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, but sometimes it is the result of an irregularly shaped lens. Either type can be corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.
After a vasectomy, it takes about 12 ejaculations to clear out sperm that were already beyond the blocked area.