Patch Test (Allergy Test): Procedure and Significance

What is an epicutaneous test? The epicutaneous test is a skin test for the diagnosis of contact allergies (allergic contact dermatitis or allergic contact dermatitis). They are caused by prolonged direct skin contact with the triggering substance (allergen, e.g. nickel-containing necklace). Because the allergic reaction occurs with a time delay, physicians speak of a late-type … Patch Test (Allergy Test): Procedure and Significance

Blood pressure values: What values are normal?

Blood pressure measurement: values and what they mean When blood pressure changes, the systolic (upper) and diastolic (lower) values are usually increased or decreased together. In some cases, however, only one of the two values deviates from the norm. For example, an elevated diastolic blood pressure can be the result of an underactive thyroid gland … Blood pressure values: What values are normal?

Colonoscopy: Procedure and Duration

Colonoscopy: Anesthesia – yes or no? As a rule, colonoscopy is performed without anesthesia. However, patients can request a sedative medication, which the doctor administers through a vein. Thus, most patients do not feel any pain during the examination. However, small children rarely tolerate the somewhat unpleasant colonoscopy without anesthesia. They therefore receive a general … Colonoscopy: Procedure and Duration

Electronic Patient Record

What is the electronic patient record? The electronic patient record (ePA) is a kind of digital card index box that can be filled with all health-related data. This includes diagnoses, treatments, doctor’s letters, prescribed medications and vaccinations. The digital storage enables you to view your health data yourself at any time. But with your consent, … Electronic Patient Record

Tilt table examination: Definition, reasons, procedure

What is a tilt table examination? A tilt table examination is usually performed for a more precise clarification of unclear fainting spells (syncope). What is syncope? Syncope is a sudden onset of fainting that lasts a short time. Colloquially, syncope is also often referred to as circulatory collapse. Syncope is divided into different categories according … Tilt table examination: Definition, reasons, procedure

Wellness Check-ups: When Your Child Should See the Doctor

What are U-examinations? U-examinations are various preventive examinations for children. The aim of preventive check-ups is the early detection of various diseases and developmental disorders that can be cured or at least alleviated by early treatment. To this end, the doctor examines the child at set times using various tests. The results and findings of … Wellness Check-ups: When Your Child Should See the Doctor