Carpal tunnel syndrome therapy is started immediately after the diagnosis. A delay would mean exposing the nerve to further damage, which could aggravate the symptoms and sequelae. There are several treatment options for carpal tunnel syndrome: Therapy using conservative methods or surgery. Read here, which therapy is used in which cases and what happens there….
Month: May 2019
Drug-induced headache
Drug-induced headache is a form of headache that results from excessive use of painkillers. The only treatment option is to discontinue the appropriate medication. After a successful withdrawal, sufferers have the chance to remain symptom free in the future. Read all important information about “drug-induced headache” here. Drug-induced headache: description Medication-induced headache (MIKS) occurs when…
Ectopic pregnancy
In an abdominal cavity pregnancy, the embryo has taken root in the free abdominal cavity instead of the uterus. But that happens very rarely. The malignant ovum is usually not viable and dies on its own. If not, it can be removed by surgery or medication. Read everything important to the abdominal cavity pregnancy! Abdominal…
heatstroke
Heat stroke and heat collapse are among the heat illnesses. These are diseases caused by excessive sunlight or excessive overheating of the body. The most dangerous is the heat stroke – without timely treatment threatens acute mortal danger! Learn here how to detect heat stroke and heat collapse and how to properly provide first aid…
Hay fever: symptoms
The typical symptoms of hay fever such as runny nose, sneezing attacks and itchy, watery eyes can make it difficult for those affected. Due to a so-called cross allergy, a food allergy can additionally occur. Hay fever symptoms should not be ignored for another reason: hay fever can turn into allergic asthma after some time….
Tetanus vaccination
The tetanus vaccine is the most effective remedy for tetanus (tetanus), a disease that is associated with significant complications and proceeds without treatment with regular refresher. Nevertheless, the benefit of this preventive measure is doubted by some vaccine critics. Here you will find the most important information about “Tetanus vaccine”. How does the tetanus vaccine…
caries treatment
If the tooth substance is already damaged by bacteria, a caries treatment is needed. Without treatment, caries progresses continuously. The bacteria can be transmitted to nerves and bones and cause severe inflammation. The sooner caries is detected and treated, the better the prognosis. Read all important information about caries treatment here. Caries treatment in the…
Femoral neck fracture
The femoral neck fracture (femoral neck fracture, femoral neck fracture) is common in older people with osteoporosis. Cause is usually a fall on the side of the hip or on the stretched or splayed leg. The hip fracture causes severe pain to those affected, and the leg can no longer be moved actively. The treatment…
celiac Disease
Celiac disease is an inflammatory bowel disease. It is triggered by a misguided immune response to gluten gluten, which is found in many cereals. Patients get severe diarrhea and abdominal pain when they consume gluten-containing foods. So far, the therapy is mainly limited to a lifelong gluten-free diet, under which the symptoms no longer occur….
Graves’ disease
Graves’ disease is the second important autoimmune thyroid disease in addition to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. In both cases, specific antibodies trigger autoimmune inflammatory processes. These lead in the case of Graves’ disease to an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). In addition, Graves’ disease can affect the eyes, lower legs, hands and feet. Read all important information about Graves’…