|
Author Question: In which of the following patients should you suspect pathological fractures? A) A young boy fell ... (Read 17 times) |
Certain chemicals, after ingestion, can be converted by the body into cyanide. Most of these chemicals have been removed from the market, but some old nail polish remover, solvents, and plastics manufacturing solutions can contain these substances.
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).
Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.
The immune system needs 9.5 hours of sleep in total darkness to recharge completely.
Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.