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Rotavirus is an infectious disease caused by the virus of the same name, rotaviruses. Rotavirus is the leading cause of diarrhea in children worldwide. It is associated with severe diarrhea, vomiting and fever. Rotavirus can be very dangerous especially for small children, but deaths are rare in Germany. Read all important information about rotavirus here….

Conn syndrome – also referred to as primary hyperaldosteronism in medicine – is a condition in which the adrenal glands increasingly produce the hormone aldosterone. Aldosterone is involved in keeping blood pressure at a certain level. In Conn’s syndrome, the blood pressure of patients is permanently too high. Find out more here. Conn syndrome: description…

A ganglion is also called Überbein. A somewhat misleading name: It is not an ossification, but a fluid-filled outward opening of a joint or tendon sheath. Mostly it forms in the hand. But it can also occur on the foot or knee. Apart from the fact that a ganglion does not look so pretty, it…

Gastric reduction is the generic term for various surgical interventions, which have the goal of weight reduction in case of severe overweight (obesity). The operations differ with regard to the involvement of other organs and the effectiveness of weight loss. Learn more about the different methods of stomach reduction! Methods of bariatric surgery Bariatric surgery…

In a latex allergy, the immune system responds excessively to natural latex or synthetically produced latex products. The skin is reddened at the point of contact, itches and burns. Medical staff is particularly prone to latex allergies. For a latex allergy contact with latex products should be avoided. Read all important information about the latex…

Klatskin tumor (hilar bile duct carcinoma) is a cholangiocellular carcinoma located on the so-called hepatic fork, ie the bifurcation of the bile ducts. Here you read everything important to the Klatskin tumor. Klatskin’s tumor: occurrence The Klatskin tumor is a special form of bile duct carcinoma. It is located on the so-called Hepatikusgabel, where the…

Living with diabetes requires some adjustments from patients. Spontaneously going on vacation or drinking unpleasant glass of wine is often not possible without further ado. However, if diabetics heed some advice and make certain preparations, they too can enjoy everyday life with almost no restrictions. Find out everything important about life with diabetes and what…

A humeral head fracture (humeral head fracture, subcapital humeral fracture) is a fracture of the head of the humerus. This type of bone fracture is most common in older people with osteoporosis, most often caused by indirect trauma. A humeral head fracture is painful and restricts the mobility of the arm. Depending on fracture type…

A penile curvature (penile deviation) can be innate or acquired. Mainly men of middle age are affected by an acquired penile curvature. The causes are not explored yet. Most of the time medication is used to stop the progression of the disease. In severe cases surgery may be necessary. Find out everything important about penile…

Arrogance and lack of empathy are characteristic of narcissistic personality disorder. Partnership is a big challenge under these conditions. For narcissists are primarily concerned with themselves and do not care about what other people feel. At the same time they are quickly hurt. Read all important information about Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Partnership here. Narcissistic…