After a long soak in the tub, fingers may emerge wrinkled. The real reason for this curious phenomenon lies under the skin, in the vasculature and nervous systems.
The Science Behind Pruney Fingers
The Science Behind Pruney Fingers
After a long soak in the tub, fingers may emerge wrinkled. The real reason for this curious phenomenon lies under the skin, in the vasculature and nervous systems.
After a long soak in the tub, fingers may emerge wrinkled. The real reason for this curious phenomenon lies under the skin, in the vasculature and nervous systems.
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