Month: July 2019

In a pneumothorax (Greek pneumo = air, thorax = thorax) air penetrates into the so-called pleural space, the space between the lungs and the chest wall. As a result, the lungs can no longer expand properly, resulting in respiratory problems and shortness of breath. In some cases, pneumothorax is barely noticed, but it can also…

The term hypochondria refers to the excessive fear of being sick or ill. Physical symptoms are over-interpreted and misinterpreted by those affected. The thoughts either circling permanently or in spurts around this fear of illness. Hypochondriacs are mostly looking for medical help and reinsurance. The cause of the hypochondria is unknown, but is suspected in…

Skin fungus (dermatomycosis) is a fungal infection of the skin or its appendages (hair, nails). Which symptoms occur at which body site depends on the particular pathogen. Skin fungus is usually treated with so-called antimycotics (antifungals). Home remedies such as vinegar or essential oils can support this drug therapy. Read all important information about the…

The Stroke Unit is a department in a hospital specializing in stroke patients. Here, a team of different professionals takes care of the entire care of the patient – from the acute therapy on the early rehabilitation to social services. This improves the chances of survival and can often prevent consequential damage. Learn more about…

The term myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is a group of diseases in which the formation of different blood cell types is disturbed. Possible symptoms of the disturbed blood balance are anemia, a slight tendency to bleed or an increased susceptibility to infection. The causes of an MDS usually remain unclear. A myelodysplastic syndrome usually occurs only…

Smoker’s leg is a colloquial term for the peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in the legs. Because smoking is considered the most important risk factor for PAD. In PAOD, bottlenecks develop in the arteries due to arteriosclerosis. These impede the blood flow and thus lead to oxygen deficiency in the tissue. If sufferers manage to stop…

A cor pulmonale (so-called lung heart) is called, if the right ventricle has greatly expanded and expanded, but the reason is not in the heart, but in the lungs. Cause of the cor pulmonale is an increased resistance in the pulmonary circulation, against which the heart work over a long time. Most respiratory diseases are…

The mesothelioma is a tumor that emanates, for example, from cells of the lung, peritoneal or pericardium and encloses the lungs in the form of a coat. It particularly affects people who have had contact with asbestos for a long time. Mesothelioma can be benign or malignant (pleural cancer, breast cancer). Treatment usually consists of…

Chronic pancreatitis is a recurring inflammation of the pancreas. In up to 80 percent of cases, it is caused by excessive alcohol consumption. Typical symptoms include a belt-shaped upper abdominal pain, weight loss, indigestion and disturbed blood sugar regulation. Here you can read all important information about chronic pancreatitis. Chronic pancreatitis: description Chronic pancreatitis is…

Gynecomastia is a benign mammary gland growth in men. It can occur unilaterally or on both sides. Gynecomastia should be differentiated from the so-called pseudogyäcomastie (lipomastia), which arises in strong obesity solely by the increased formation of fatty tissue around the chest. A gynecomastia is not always pathological, but can also occur naturally in certain…