Mammography is an x-ray examination of the breast (lat. Mamma). It serves to clarify changes in breast tissue (such as nodules) that could be breast cancer. In addition, women between the ages of 50 and 69 are invited to routine mammography every two years as part of mammography screening. Read here how the investigation works,…
Month: December 2019
sciatica
If it pulls painfully from the back to the leg, the sciatic is usually responsible. This colloquial term summarizes various complaints that emanate from the sciatic nerve. Medically correct, the phenomenon is called sciatica. Cause can be for example a herniated disc or an inflammation. Read more about the causes, symptoms and treatment of sciatica…
nail fungus
Toenail fungus (onychomycosis, tinea unguium) is a fungal disease of the fingernails and toenails. More than 12 percent of all Germans suffer from it. Men and the elderly are affected more often. Read more about: How can nail fungus be recognized? How do you treat it most effectively? How is it created and what are…
emphysema
In pulmonary emphysema, the alveoli are partially overstretched and destroyed. The result is that the body can no longer be sufficiently supplied with oxygen. Typical symptoms of emphysema include shortness of breath, shortness of breath and decreased performance. Smoking is the main cause of pulmonary hyperinflation. What other causes are there, what the consequences of…
Multiple sclerosis – course
The multiple sclerosis course can be different. He is usually characterized by episodes of illness. In other patients, the condition deteriorates continuously. Read about the different types of MS, the severity classification based on scales, and the life expectancy of patients. Multiple Sclerosis: Course Forms In multiple sclerosis, physicians distinguish different forms: relapsing remitting multiple…
Celiac Test
A celiac disease test detects antibodies in the blood serum that are typical of gluten intolerance. In some cases, however, there is a celiac disease, although the test does not strike. Then further examinations are necessary to be able to ensure the diagnosis of celiac disease. Read here how the celiac disease test works and…
Pain medication – over the counter
Pain is a warning signal from the body that something is wrong. For prolonged or particularly severe pain, you should always consult a doctor. However, mild pain in muscles and joints, such as strains or bruises, can often be treated with over-the-counter medications. Some people help with such complaints external applications, so ointments. But this…
WPW syndrome
In WPW syndrome (Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome), the heart is malformed by one or more additional pathways. As a result, it’s rushing too fast. This form of cardiac arrhythmia can be treated by obliteration of the supernumerary pathways. Learn all about the symptoms and treatment options for WPW syndrome. WPW syndrome: description WPW syndrome is a cardiac…
atheroma
The atheroma is colloquially referred to as Grützbeutel. It is a benign cyst that sits mostly in the scalp and bulges hemispherically. Atheromas develop in the hair root and can swell to the size of a hen’s egg. Read more about causes and treatment of the atheroma. Atheroma: description As an atheroma doctors refer to…
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental illness caused by an experienced trauma (violence, war, natural disaster, etc.). The symptoms of PTSD usually appear within six months and are manifested by anxiety, flashbacks, hypersensitivity, or sleep problems. Posttraumatic stress disorder should be treated psychotherapeutically and possibly also medically. Read here everything important about the Posttraumatic…