Sensitivity disorders are manifested by altered perception of physical sensations, such as numbness or undefinable pain. The causes can be numerous and must be diagnosed very accurately for a cure to occur. What are sensitivity disorders? The causes of a sensitivity disorder can range from temporary irritation of the nerves, to serious diseases of the … Sensitivity Disorders: Causes, Treatment & Help
As a positively charged ion (cation), potassium is one of the essential minerals and is essential for cell and nerve function. Mode of action of potassium A blood test of potassium levels is used by physicians to further diagnose various diseases. Potassium, along with sodium as its counterpart, is one of the most important electrolytes … Potassium: Function & Diseases
The palmar aponeurosis, along with the skin, is responsible for the strength of the palm. It is an important component of the gripping apparatus. What is the palmar aponeurosis? The term palmar aponeurosis is composed of the terms palma manus for the palm of the hand and aponeurosis, which is used to describe a tendon … Palmar Aponeurosis: Structure, Function & Diseases
Fibrosis, which is often referred to as sclerosis, is a hardening of tissues and organs due to an overproduction of collagen fibers. Frequently affected by fibrosis are the lungs, liver, kidney, heart or skin. Fibrosis is not a disease in its own right, but rather a symptom that can be caused by various underlying diseases. … Fibrosis (Sclerosis): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Hepatosis is damage to the liver that results from a back-up of bile. This causes the bile ducts to swell, leading to other symptoms such as jaundice. The causes can be manifold. Often, drug treatment responds well. What is hepatosis? By hepatosis, physicians mean an allergic-toxic reaction of the bile that leads to subsequent damage … Hepatosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Boerhaave syndrome is a rupture (tear) in the wall of the esophagus. It usually results from an increase in pressure caused by severe vomiting. Mortality is more than 90 percent if the perforation is not treated promptly. What is Boerhaave syndrome? Boerhaave syndrome should be distinguished from Mallory-Weiss syndrome. In the latter, perforation of the … Boerhaave Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Depressed mood is unfortunately part of life for more and more people. If the mental illness, which expresses itself through exhaustion, sadness to feelings of weakness, was once considered a taboo subject, it came not least through some prominent affected people increasingly in the public perception. However, it must be distinguished from general depression. Depressive … Depressed Mood: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The hunger-inducing hormone ghrelin, together with the hormones leptin and cortisol, regulates the sensation of hunger and satiety in animals and humans. In addition, it exerts an influence on numerous processes in the body, such as sleep behavior, stress reduction and blood circulation. Research is still needed regarding the exact relationships. What is ghrelin? Schematic … Ghrelin: Function & Diseases
Diffuse esophageal spasm is the term used by experts to describe a mostly chronic movement disorder of the esophagus. In technical language, this disorder is called ‘motility disorder. In this case, there are repeated seizure-like muscle contractions of the esophagus, and pain may also occur at the sternum. The exact causes of diffuse esophageal spasm … Diffuse Esophageal Spasm: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Delirium is a state of mental confusion. People who suffer from it lose their cognitive and mental abilities, among other things, and need immediate treatment. Delirium can also be prevented. What is delirium? Delirium, often also referred to as delirium, is understood in medicine as a state of mental confusion. Affected persons suffer from disturbances … Delirium: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Delirium tremens is an alcohol withdrawal delirium. It is also called alcohol withdrawal syndrome and belongs to the mental and behavioral disorders caused by alcohol according to ICD-10. What is delirium tremens? The term delirium tremens is derived from the Latin words delirium (“insanity”) and tremere (“to tremble”). It is a complication of chronic alcoholism. … Delirium Tremens: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Eigenbrauer syndrome is a rare intestinal disorder in which the microbiology of the intestine is disturbed and yeast fungi multiply to such an extent that they initiate a fermentation process that converts carbohydrates into alcohols that are harmful to the liver, such as butanol, methanol, and ethanol. The alcohol enters the bloodstream directly, causing elevated … Eigenbrauer Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
