Myelodysplasia
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Myelodysplasia is a precancerous condition characterized by abnormal changes in premature blood cells in bone marrow. This leads to abnormal development of blood cells. The cause is not known, but it has been linked to radiation, chemicals, and chemotherapy drugs. It is diagnosed by examining bone marrow specimens in patients who have low levels of blood cells. Treatment includes chemotherapy, immunotherapy, growth factors, and stem-cell transplants.
Publication Name: The New England Journal of Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0028-4793
Year: 1999
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A Kitchen garden
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Tips on planting and maintaining a vegetable and fruit garden are presented. These include soil preparation methods, plant watering techniques, and suggested types of herbs, vegetables and fruit that grow easily. A descriptive list of various types of herbs, fruits and vegetables to plant in a garden is given.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1999
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Can crocodiles and alligators see underwater?
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Crocodiles and Alligators usually line in murky water, which is slightly dark. They don't have to close their eyes underwater, as it is protected by eyelid called nictitating membrane.
Publication Name: Wild
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 1492-014X
Year: 2004
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