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"But at that point, I think everyone was talking about overdoses, and it's only been over the last 12 months that we're seeing that it's not just that. Long-term use will cause devastating effects on the body and will lead ultimately to it shutting down."

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Although forming crystals in urine helps reptiles survive, the same process can cause serious health problems in people.

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He pitched a complete game in his last start, so maybe there’s no cause to worry.

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"He needs surgery urgently," Ola says, "but it's complicated. Doctors told us it could cause his death, a stroke or brain hemorrhage. He needs surgery in a well-equipped place."

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A more severe and concerning case can cause neck stiffness, stupor, disorientation, tremors, convulsions, muscle weakness, vision loss, numbness, or paralysis.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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