In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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The most common childhood diseases include croup, chickenpox, ear infections, flu, pneumonia, ringworm, respiratory syncytial virus, scabies, head lice, and asthma.
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Normal urine is sterile. It contains fluids, salts, and waste products. It is free of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
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About 3% of all pregnant women will give birth to twins, which is an increase in rate of nearly 60% since the early 1980s.
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The people with the highest levels of LDL are Mexican American males and non-Hispanic black females.
Digestion and absorption of emulsified fat in the small intestine.
Iron-deficient red blood cells.
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