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For high blood pressure (hypertension), a new class of drug, called a vasopeptidase blocker (inhibitor), has been developed. It decreases blood pressure by simultaneously dilating the peripheral arteries and increasing the body's loss of salt.
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In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.
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There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.
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The FDA recognizes 118 routes of administration.
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The first documented use of surgical anesthesia in the United States was in Connecticut in 1844.