Osteoporosis: description, symptoms, therapy, prevention Osteoporosis is one of the most important widespread diseases. In the world, millions of people suffer from it, especially older women. In those affected, the bone substance is degraded to a greater extent. This makes the bones more and more unstable and fragile. Here you can read everything important about…
Stem warts: Detect and remove Despite their name, stem warts (fibroids) are not real warts at all. Instead, they are small, soft, stalked skin appendages that usually grow to only a few millimetres in size. Why they are created is not known. But they are certainly not caused by viruses (like real warts). That is…
Boils: treatment, symptoms, prognosis Boils develop when a hair follicle becomes inflamed. It usually begins with a small, red “pimple” and then develops into an often painful lump with a pus plug. Boils often heal by themselves. But sometimes a doctor has to cut them open or prescribe antibiotics. Read here why you should never…
Aneurysm: Types, warning signs, causes, first aid! An aneurysm is a balloon-like bulge in the wall of blood vessels, usually arteries. Aneurysms develop at weak points in the vascular wall and can be congenital or develop only in the course of life. Usually you don’t feel them. It’s dangerous when the aneurysm ruptures. Then life-threatening…
Ganglion: Description, causes, symptoms, therapy A ganglion is a somewhat misleading term: it is not an ossification, but a fluid-filled bagging of a joint or tendon sheath. Mostly it forms in the area of the hand. It can also occur on the foot or knee. Apart from the fact that a ganglion does not look…
Home Remedies For Stomach Flu Many people want to use home remedies for stomach flu (gastroenteritis). In fact, the disease rarely requires prescription drugs from the pharmacy. The targeted use of various home remedies against gastro-enteritis or over-the-counter preparations can also alleviate the symptoms in many cases. Read here whether and how household remedies such…
Chickenpox: Infection, protection, symptoms Chickenpox (varicella) is a highly contagious viral disease transmitted by droplet or smear infection. The most noticeable symptom is an itchy rash with blisters. Mostly children and adolescents are affected by chickenpox, but adults can also be affected. Chickenpox usually runs its course without complications. However, pregnancy and a weakened immune…
Broken toe: signs, first aid, healing time Do you have a big blue toe after you hit a ledge with it? Maybe the toe is broken. Symptoms such as swelling and bluish discoloration indicate such a toe fracture – especially if the damaged toe can no longer be moved properly. To learn more about suspicious…
Vaginal mycosis: symptoms, treatment, causes Vaginal fungus (vaginal mycosis, soorkolpitis) is a common fungal infection in women. It is usually caused by yeast fungi. Typical symptoms are itching and burning of the vagina and a crumbly discharge. The vaginal fungal infection is treated with drugs that are specifically effective against fungi (antimycotics). Here you can…
Vertebral blockage: Triggers, symptoms, treatment When a vertebra is blocked (vertebral blockage, vertebral joint blockage), a vertebral joint is temporarily (reversibly) restricted in its mobility. This can happen in the area of the thoracic spine (BWS blockage) or the cervical spine (cervical spine blockage). Read more about back blockage here: What exactly is a spinal…
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