Question 1

is dipping/chewing tobacco worse than smoking tobacco? it seems like "chewers" develop cancer in their 40s(babe ruth) where as smokers in their 60s

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Both are bad for you: You are right as to when their cancers might show up, but in either case, there's involvement of tongue, mouth, throat or in smoking, the lungs.Also secondary effects can be bladder cancer, other cancers as the toxic substances still need to be cleared from the body.Your best bet is to stop &amp; see how you can replace this habit with a healthy one.Then, you will be going down a healthy path instead.

Question 2

what is the death rate?

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A number: It's the number of persons in a certain demographic (all kansans, all scleroderma patients) out of maybe 100, 000 that die during a particular time period, perhaps one year, or over a span of years.  For example, in 1800, the death rate for newborns was about 450 out of 1000 during the first five years.

Question 3

are ritz crackers bad for you?

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Salty: Aside from being a little on the salty side, they are yummy.

Question 4

i have a bp of 156/70 rate of 109?

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Both elevated: Not at a critical level, but both your blood pressure (systolic hypertension) and your heart rate (mild tachycardia) are elevated.  Over time, these can cause serious health issues including, but not just limited to future heart disease and stroke, etc.  You should see a dr. For a good examination and treatment.  There are many medications that can help both issues.  Best wishes.

Question 5

is it possible to have too rough of sex?

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Rough sex: Absolutely yes. The systems and tissues involved in sex are delicate and yes rough sex can cause injury and pain.

Question 6

rite side of my body pulllin sensentions?

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Many things:  pulling can be due to a number things, abnormal muscle spasms I'm 1 side of the body, in the car with disease of the nerds going to the muscles, so just dropped the, and conditioner is just a 1 year, in which be portions ring controlling movements becomes dysfunctional because abnormal contractions, or seizures. You need to see in a row just.I'm a neurologist.

Question 7

what is a rach that moves around ur body?

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Hives: Hives are transient swelling for release of histamine that will appear in different spots on your body. Antihistamines will supported reaction untlil a detailed history and appropriate lab exams can determine the cause.

Question 8

what type of rush children get most often?

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Childhood Rashes: I assume you meant "rashes." children are prone to many kinds of rashes, ranging from eczema, to acne, to a variety of infectious diseases caused by viruses.  Without knowing more history, it is hard to say what your child has. It is best to consult with his/ her pediatrician for more definitive advice.

Question 9

what is the success rate of abdominoplasties?

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High : Compared to many other procedures abdominoplasties have a high rate of patient satisfaction. This does not mean that there are no risks or complications. However individuals with realistic expectations who understand the limits and are good candidates and accepting of the scar are commonly very pleased with the results when performed by a qualified surgeon.

Question 10

whats the normal hart rate? what if  its too fast?

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60-130: Normal resting heart rate can be a wide range. In children they typically can have resting heart rates in the 100's and is normal especially in infants. In adults it is usually 60-90, lower for those who exercise very regularly.  Above 100 in an adult can be normal with exercise but if it is above 120 at rest it could be a sign of an abnormal rhythm that can be checked by you doctor.

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Is dipping/chewing tobacco worse than smoking tobacco? it seems like "chewers" develop cancer in their 40s(babe ruth) where as smokers in their 60s

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What is the death rate?

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Are ritz crackers bad for you?

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I have a bp of 156/70 rate of 109?

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Is it possible to have too rough of sex?

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Rite side of my body pulllin sensentions?

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What is a rach that moves around ur body?

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What type of rush children get most often?

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Whats the normal hart rate? what if its too fast?

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