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Asthma cases in Americans are about 75% higher today than they were in 1980.
Hyperthyroidism leads to an increased rate of metabolism and affects about 1% of women but only 0.1% of men. For most people, this increased metabolic rate causes the thyroid gland to become enlarged (known as a goiter).
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.
On average, the stomach produces 2 L of hydrochloric acid per day.
Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.