Arteriosclerosis: warning signals, dangers, treatment In the case of arteriosclerosis, the arteries become narrowed by deposits. As a result, the blood flow is restricted or, in the worst case, completely interrupted – then there is the threat of a heart attack. Older people are particularly often affected by arteriosclerosis, but lifestyle factors such as a…
Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis): causes, examination, prognosis Kidney stones are crystallized components of urine that can form in the kidneys, renal pelvis and the urinary tract. Only when they migrate into the ureter do kidney stones cause pain – severe cramps in the flanks, accompanied by nausea and vomiting (renal colic). About twice as many men…
Common cold: treatment, infection, prognosis A cold is an infection of the upper respiratory tract. The causes are different types of viruses. Typically, symptoms such as sore throat, colds, coughs or even fever occur. Here you can read about the differences between the flu and the common cold, how to protect yourself from infection and…
Bursitis: Elbow An inflammation of the bursa at the elbow (bursitis olecrani) can be very painful. It usually occurs at the bony tip of the elbow. Bursitis olecrani is also called “student’s elbow” in English. The reason: If you repeatedly support your elbow at the table while learning, this can lead to bursitis in the…
Lung cancer (bronchial carcinoma): warning signals, therapy Lung cancer (bronchial carcinoma) is one of the most common cancers. The most important risk factor is smoking. Passive smoking can also lead to lung cancer. The malignant tumour can be treated in various ways, such as chemotherapy and surgery. Nevertheless, lung cancer is rarely curable. Read all…
Angina pectoris: symptoms, warning signs, causes, treatment Angina pectoris (medical stenocardia) means chest tightness. It manifests itself in a sudden pain in the heart area and a feeling of pressure in the chest. Angina pectoris is triggered by a lack of oxygen in the heart. There is danger to life, therefore you should call the…
Salmonella poisoning (salmonellosis): infection, symptoms, treatment Salmonella poisoning (salmonellosis) is an infection with salmonella. These bacteria can cause various diseases, including typhoid, paratyphoid and enteritis. A typhoid disease is always treated with antibiotics, an enteritis usually only in severe cases. Read more about salmonella poisoning here! Salmonella poisoning: Description Salmonella poisoning (salmonellosis) is generally an…
Bruising: symptoms, therapy, duration of healing A bruise is a blunt, closed injury that occurs, for example, as a result of a blow, impact, falling objects, fall or fall. The tissue (skin, fatty tissue, muscles etc.) is squeezed. Here you can read all the important information on the topic: What is a contusion? What symptoms…
How To Lose Weight With Hypothyroidism The lack of thyroid hormones, which occurs in hypothyroidism, slows down almost all metabolic processes in the body. Therefore, hypothyroidism often triggers weight gain, even if the affected patients eat little. In addition, there is increased fluid retention between the organs and cells (interstitium). This also increases the body…
Herpes labialis: Triggers, symptoms, treatment Herpes labialis is the most common form of herpes. It is usually caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 and causes painful blisters at the transition between lip and facial skin. Read here the most important information on the topic of “lip herpes”. Herpes labialis: Description When talking about…
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