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The Romans did not use numerals to indicate fractions but instead used words to indicate parts of a whole.
In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
More than 34,000 trademarked medication names and more than 10,000 generic medication names are in use in the United States.
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.
Oxytocin is recommended only for pregnancies that have a medical reason for inducing labor (such as eclampsia) and is not recommended for elective procedures or for making the birthing process more convenient.