Microgravity in space causes astronauts’ vertebrae to stretch, making them taller. However, it can also lead to muscle wasting and atrophy, so astronauts exercise daily. Crumbly foods are avoided to prevent equipment damage. Dr. Valeri Polyakov holds the record for the longest stay in space. Astronauts seem to grow up in space. This is due […]
Mature teratomas are noncancerous growths made up of body tissues such as teeth, skin, hair, and fat. They can form in various parts of the body, including the ovaries, testicles, spine, and mediastinum. Treatment involves surgical removal of the cyst. A mature teratoma, also called a dermoid cyst, is a growth that is normally present […]
