In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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Though Candida and Aspergillus species are the most common fungal pathogens causing invasive fungal disease in the immunocompromised, infections due to previously uncommon hyaline and dematiaceous filamentous fungi are occurring more often today. Rare fungal infections, once accurately diagnosed, may require surgical debridement, immunotherapy, and newer antifungals used singly or in combination with older antifungals, on a case-by-case basis.
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Human kidneys will clean about 1 million gallons of blood in an average lifetime.
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In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.
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Congestive heart failure is a serious disorder that carries a reduced life expectancy. Heart failure is usually a chronic illness, and it may worsen with infection or other physical stressors.
