Month: May 2019

Senile warts are not real warts because they are not caused by viruses. Therefore, they are not contagious. Senile warts are however widespread. Because they are benign, they do not necessarily have to be removed. Read all important information about age warts: appearance, diagnosis and treatment! How to recognize age warts Age warts or senile…

A lactose intolerance test is the only way to be sure of lactose intolerance. For a diagnosis that is based only on the symptoms is often not clear. Other food intolerances and a number of diseases are similar, which is why it is important to obtain definitive proof. In order to reliably test for lactose…

An adjustment disorder can occur after stressful life changes, such as a separation. Those affected suffer from anxiety and depressive moods and have difficulty fulfilling their day-to-day responsibilities. Unlike other mental disorders, the adjustment disorder is usually temporary. Read all important information about the adjustment disorder here. Adjustment error: Description Life changing events, both positive…

Norovirus symptoms usually start very suddenly: Most sufferers suffer from nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Especially for children and the elderly, the loss of fluids and salts (electrolytes) can be dangerous. Read all important information about norovirus symptoms here. Typical norovirus symptoms Norovirus infection leads to an acute “gastrointestinal flu” (gastroenteritis). Usually, just a few hours…

A sun allergy is strictly speaking in most cases not a true allergy. The colloquial term rather describes various diseases that are triggered by a reaction to sunlight. What they all have in common is that the body’s natural defense mechanism fails to withstand UV radiation, causing symptoms such as itchy, burning skin and blisters…

Lambert-Eaton syndrome (Lambert-Eaton myasthenia syndrome) is a rare condition in which the transmission of signals to the nerves is disturbed. The main symptoms of Lambert-Eaton syndrome are muscle weakness, reflex losses and impaired regulation of various body functions. In about 60 percent of cases, Lambert-Eaton syndrome occurs as part of a cancer. It is particularly…

Polio (polio, poliomyelitis) is a highly contagious infectious disease caused by polio viruses. It usually runs without symptoms. Sometimes there are symptoms like the flu. Few patients have serious conditions and long-term consequences such as paralysis, joint deformity or osteoporosis. A vaccine against polio is the most important preventative measure. Learn more about polio here….

Enlarged hemorrhoids cause unpleasant symptoms such as burning and itching on the anus. Those affected want to get rid of them as quickly as possible. There are different possibilities for this. Read more: What are hemorrhoids exactly? What kind of complaints do they trigger? How can hemorrhoids be treated and prevented? Hemorrhoids: short overview Treatment:…

Down syndrome, also called trisomy 21, is a chromosome disorder. Affected individuals have three copies of chromosome number 21 – normally every human has only two. The excess genetic material influences the physical and mental development. The severity of the effects varies greatly from person to person. Read all important information about Down’s syndrome here!…

People with a washing compulsion suffer from the pressure to clean their body and especially their hands over and over again. The constant washing is to keep away bacteria and possible diseases. The washing compulsion often takes so much time that people can no longer pursue their professional and social life. Read here, as well…