There are more sensory neurons in the tongue than in any other part of the body.
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Fatal fungal infections may be able to resist newer antifungal drugs. Globally, fungal infections are often fatal due to the lack of access to multiple antifungals, which may be required to be utilized in combination. Single antifungals may not be enough to stop a fungal infection from causing the death of a patient.
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During pregnancy, a woman is more likely to experience bleeding gums and nosebleeds caused by hormonal changes that increase blood flow to the mouth and nose.
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The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
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Elderly adults are at greatest risk of stroke and myocardial infarction and have the most to gain from prophylaxis. Patients ages 60 to 80 years with blood pressures above 160/90 mm Hg should benefit from antihypertensive treatment.
Summation of Heart Sounds, Fixed Splitting of S2
Five Areas for listening to the heart
Heart diagram
The physician uses auscultation to listen to a patient’s heart.