Month: January 2020

In testicular torsion, the testis twists on the spermatic cord around its longitudinal axis. This will cut off the blood vessels that feed the testes. Testicular torsion is very painful, without rapid treatment the gonad can die off. Mostly the torsion is operated, sometimes a rotation from the outside through the skin of the scrotum…

Some doctors recommend with nail fungus laser irradiation: The treatment method is relatively new and expensive, but is considered to be side effects. Read all important information about nail fungus and laser! Nail fungus: laser as a treatment alternative Persistent and extensive nail fungus is often treated with tablets containing antifungal agents (such as terbinafine)….

The so-called bread units (BE) are an old, West German unit for calculating the carbohydrate content in food. It is now replaced by the internationally used “carbohydrate unit” (KHE). Especially for long-term diabetics who are treated with insulin, however, bread units are still important today. Here you will find a BE table for diabetics as…

Navel inflammation (omphalitis) is usually a bacterial infection. The most commonly affected are newborns. An abdominal inflammation must be treated with antibiotics, otherwise serious complications may occur. Therefore, contact inflammation signs at the navel directly to a doctor. Read more about symptoms, diagnostics and treatment of navel inflammation here! Navel inflammation: description Navel inflammation usually…

Subsequent rabies vaccination is the only way to survive in case of infection. For this, the vaccination must be carried out as soon as possible after the bite of an animal suffering from rabies. Those traveling in regions with a high risk of rabies should possibly be vaccinated against rabies as a precautionary measure. Forms…

Gallbladder cancer (gallbladder carcinoma) is a malignant tumor in the gallbladder. Gallbladder cancer is rare and only in advanced disease, the patients have complaints or get jaundice. By removing the gallbladder and chemo, one tries to treat the cancer. Here you can read all important information about gallbladder cancer. Gallbladder cancer: frequency Gallbladder cancer is…

A hernia (inguinal hernia, inguinal hernia) occurs when layers of the abdominal wall break through the inguinal canal. A typical symptom is a palpable swelling, similar to a bump that can often be pushed inwards. Also pain can occur, which increase under stress. In most cases, the patients are male. A hernia in women or…

The ulcer molle (Ulcus, lat. = Ulcer, molle = soft) is one of the sexually transmitted diseases. The venereal disease is relatively rare in Europe, but can be introduced by tourists. Synonyms for ulcer molle are the terms soft chancre or chancroid. Read how you recognize the disease and how you can protect yourself from…

People with a fear of heights feel an unnaturally strong fear of heights or a look into the depths. While others enjoy the view, they experience anxiety with dizziness, sweats and palpitations. For some, a few steps are enough on the ladder to trigger the symptoms. But with appropriate therapy you can get the phobia…

In a torn muscle, one or more fibers break in a muscle. Reason is a strong muscle load, such as football or tennis. The torn muscle fibers are noticeable with a sudden, stabbing pain. The affected muscle can no longer be loaded to the maximum. Read more about this topic here: How does a torn…