In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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Sildenafil (Viagra®) has two actions that may be of consequence in patients with heart disease. It can lower the blood pressure, and it can interact with nitrates. It should never be used in patients who are taking nitrates.
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Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.
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After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.
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Excessive alcohol use costs the country approximately $235 billion every year.
A zebra walking
Sitting versus walking
Radiative forcing expresses change in energy input over time
Berger and colleagues (2010) explored how newly-walking toddlers crossed different bridges.