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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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Acetaminophen (Tylenol) in overdose can seriously damage the liver. It should never be taken by people who use alcohol heavily; it can result in severe liver damage and even a condition requiring a liver transplant.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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Human kidneys will clean about 1 million gallons of blood in an average lifetime.
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According to the FDA, adverse drug events harmed or killed approximately 1,200,000 people in the United States in the year 2015.