Month: December 2019

A boil occurs when a hair follicle becomes inflamed. It usually starts with a small, red “pimple” and then develops into an often painful puddle with pus. Boils often heal on their own. But sometimes a doctor has to cut her up or prescribe antibiotics. Read here why you should never express a boil yourself,…

Carotid stenosis (carotid stenosis) is the narrowing of the carotid artery. It can affect everyone, but especially in old age. The narrowing of the carotid artery may be asymptomatic or lead to a stroke. In some cases, patients need surgery. Read all important information about carotid stenosis here. Carotid stenosis: description Physicians refer to a…

In people with dyslexia (also: reading-spelling disorder, LRS) the ability to read and write is diminished. But that does not mean that dyslexics are less intelligent: they simply can not translate the spoken language into the written language, and vice versa. Boys are more affected than girls. Dyslexia is usually diagnosed at primary school age….

The Dupuytren contracture (also Dupuytren’s disease, Dupuytren’s contracture, Dupuytren’s disease) is a disease of the tendons of the hand. By shortening the tendon structures in the palm of the hand, patients lose the ability to stretch their fingers. An operation can improve the symptoms. Often, however, the symptoms reappear after a period of time. Read…

The stroke (apoplexy, stroke) is a sudden circulatory disorder in the brain. She must be treated as soon as possible! Otherwise, so many brain cells die that the patient sustains, or even dies, permanent damage such as paralysis or speech disorder. Read all important information on the topic: What exactly is a stroke and how…

Scoliosis exercises are aimed primarily at the back and abdominal muscles and promote the erection of the body along the spine. They should help to maintain a natural posture pattern and correct the body position. Scoliosis exercises are particularly useful for slight spine curvature, severe scoliosis forms can hardly improve. Find out here which scoliosis…

Pudendal neuralgia (pudendal neuralgia) is a rare condition associated with lightning pains between the genital area and the anus. It occurs about twice as often in women than in men. In addition to burning pain, disorders of the sexual function as well as the urinary and stool continency can occur. The pudendal neuralgia can have…

A concussion is the easiest form of a craniocerebral injury. Physicians also refer to them as Commotio cerebri (Latin: commotio = movement, cerebri = of the brain). Concussions are very common, mostly as a result of accidents during sports, at home or at work. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment of concussion. What…

A torn ligament usually refers to ligament tear on the upper ankle – a typical sports injury. Classic symptoms include pressure pain, swelling and bruising. The diagnosis can usually be made by examining the joint. An outer band tear is almost always treated conservatively. Read here everything important about the outer ligament tear: Causes, Symptoms,…

Leprosy (leprosy) is a bacterial infectious disease that affects the skin, mucous membranes and nerve cells. The causative agent of leprosy is Mycobacterium leprae. In Third World countries, one in almost three million leprosy sufferers. Unlike many believe, leprosy is not a highly contagious disease. With timely diagnosis and treatment of the disease, the prognosis…