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Once thought to have neurofibromatosis, Joseph Merrick (also known as "the elephant man") is now, in retrospect, thought by clinical experts to have had Proteus syndrome. This endocrine disease causes continued and abnormal growth of the bones, muscles, skin, and so on and can become completely debilitating with severe deformities occurring anywhere on the body.

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Approximately 70% of expectant mothers report experiencing some symptoms of morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy.

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Children with strabismus (crossed eyes) can be treated. They are not able to outgrow this condition on their own, but with help, it can be more easily corrected at a younger age. It is important for infants to have eye examinations as early as possible in their development and then another at age 2 years.

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On average, the stomach produces 2 L of hydrochloric acid per day.

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In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.

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