Month: February 2020

Angina pectoris (medical stenocardia) means chest tightness. It manifests itself in a sudden pain in the heart and a feeling of pressure in the chest. The angina pectoris is triggered by a lack of oxygen in the heart. There is danger to life, so you should call the emergency doctor immediately! Angina pectoris is usually…

Cervical cancer (uterine carcinoma, corpus carcinoma) is a malignant tumor of the uterine body. Almost always it develops from the mucous membrane (endometrium), which lines the uterus inside. Experts then speak of endometrial carcinoma. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women. A regular check-up is important to be able to detect and…

In an auditory canal infection (external otitis), the external auditory canal is inflamed. The reason for this is usually a bacterial infection. This is often favored by an injury or other condition such as diabetes or the flu. An ear canal inflammation is very painful. She is often treated well with medications. But it can…

Measles are a highly contagious, feverish viral infection. It usually begins with flu-like symptoms before the typical measles rash develops. In most cases, measles cure easily on their own. Sometimes it comes to complications such as otitis, pneumonia or a dangerous brain inflammation. Particularly susceptible are children under the age of five and adults. Read…

Although colds are harmless in most cases, they are still annoying. If you have no complications with a cold, you can usually treat it yourself. Here you can read everything important to the question “What helps against cold?”. Relieve cold symptoms The question “What to do against a cold?” Arises especially in the winter months…

The risk of infection is very high in scarlet fever. Pregnancy is generally a sensitive time for such infections because of potential dangers to the unborn child. However, if scarlet fever is quickly recognized and treated in pregnant women, there is no increased risk for the child. Here you will find everything you need to…

A woman’s vaginal rupture can occur especially at birth. He is an often bleeding injury. Especially with pliers or Saugglockengeburten he can occur. Sometimes the vaginal rupture is extremely painful. He can often be treated well with a surgical suture immediately after birth. Read all about the vaginal tear, the risks and the treatment! Sheath…

Age depression is often not recognized – and therefore not treated. Dejection, social withdrawal and loss of interest are all too quickly seen as the natural side effects of aging – and not as symptoms of depression. Therapy can significantly improve the quality of life in depression even in old age. Read all important information…

Obesity permagna (lat. Permagnus = huge, very large) means the most severe form of obesity. People with obesity permagna are severely overweight and have serious health consequences if the disease persists for a long time and they do not achieve weight normalization. Read here everything important for the diagnosis and treatment of obesity permagna. What…

An HIV test can be used to determine whether someone has been infected with the HIV virus (HIV) – the causative agent of AIDS. In order to be able to make a precise statement, two tests are always carried out. Also important for a meaningful result is the time of the investigation. Read more about…