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Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.
The strongest synthetic topical retinoid drug available, tazarotene, is used to treat sun-damaged skin, acne, and psoriasis.
Human kidneys will clean about 1 million gallons of blood in an average lifetime.
In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
The heart is located in the center of the chest, with part of it tipped slightly so that it taps against the left side of the chest.