In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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Less than one of every three adults with high LDL cholesterol has the condition under control. Only 48.1% with the condition are being treated for it.
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Most childhood vaccines are 90–99% effective in preventing disease. Side effects are rarely serious.
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Anesthesia awareness is a potentially disturbing adverse effect wherein patients who have been paralyzed with muscle relaxants may awaken. They may be aware of their surroundings but unable to communicate or move. Neurologic monitoring equipment that helps to more closely check the patient's anesthesia stages is now available to avoid the occurrence of anesthesia awareness.
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It is difficult to obtain enough calcium without consuming milk or other dairy foods.
