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Ether was used widely for surgeries but became less popular because of its flammability and its tendency to cause vomiting. In England, it was quickly replaced by chloroform, but this agent caused many deaths and lost popularity.
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. As of yet, there is no cure. Everyone is at risk, and there may be no warning signs. It is six to eight times more common in African Americans than in whites. The best and most effective way to detect glaucoma is to receive a dilated eye examination.
Cyanide works by making the human body unable to use oxygen.
Blood in the urine can be a sign of a kidney stone, glomerulonephritis, or other kidney problems.
This year, an estimated 1.4 million Americans will have a new or recurrent heart attack.