Fear of Injections

Symptoms Shortly after an injection, some patients may experience the following symptoms: Pallor Malaise Dry mouth Cold sweat Low blood pressure Drowsiness, dizziness, confusion Nausea Fainting, syncope (short-lasting circulatory collapse). Convulsions (seizures) ECG changes Falls, accidents These disorders occur, for example, shortly after a vaccination, after parenteral administration of drugs, during acupuncture or blood sampling. … Fear of Injections

Mold in the Living Room

Symptoms A mold infestation in living spaces can cause or trigger health complaints. These include: Respiratory diseases such as cough, bronchitis and asthma. Irritation of the skin, throat, nose and eyes. Allergies, hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis. Headache Potentially poisoning by mycotoxins In immunocompromised people, a life-threatening systemic fungal infection is additionally possible. Also, the so-called “sick … Mold in the Living Room

Emergency Medication for Self-Treatment

Definition Emergency medications for self-treatment are drugs that are administered in a medical emergency by patients themselves, their relatives, or other instructed persons. They allow rapid and adequate drug therapy of severe to life-threatening conditions without the need for a health care professional to be present. As a rule, the patient should seek medical treatment … Emergency Medication for Self-Treatment

Oak Processionary Moth (Caterpillar Dermatitis)

Symptoms Possible symptoms following contact include: Severe itching Skin rash, red papules, nodules, toxic-irritant dermatitis. Wheal formation, urticaria. Angioedema Conjunctivitis, swelling of the eyelids. Sore throat, sore throat Respiratory inflammation, bronchitis, bronchoconstriction, breathing problems, cough. Fever, feeling sick Rarely, a life-threatening anaphylaxis can occur. Pets such as dogs or cats can also come into contact … Oak Processionary Moth (Caterpillar Dermatitis)

Hazelnut: Intolerance & Allergy

Hazelnuts are the fruits of the hazel bush. Hazelnuts are mostly native to Asia Minor and Europe. They contain many important nutrients and are commonly known as a nerve food. Although hazelnuts are generally beneficial to health, they can cause allergies or intolerances. Here’s what you should know about hazelnuts Hazelnuts are the fruits of … Hazelnut: Intolerance & Allergy

Antibiotics: Antibacterial Drugs

Products Antibiotics (singular: antibiotic) are commercially available in the form of tablets, dispersible tablets, capsules, as infusion preparations, suspensions and syrups for children, and as granules, among others. There are also some topical preparations, such as creams, ointments, eye drops, eye ointments, ear drops, nasal ointments and sore throat tablets. The first active ingredient from … Antibiotics: Antibacterial Drugs

Anaphylaxis

Symptoms Anaphylaxis is a serious, life-threatening, and generalized hypersensitivity reaction. It usually occurs suddenly and affects various organs. It manifests itself in the following symptoms, among others: Respiratory symptoms: difficult breathing, bronchospasm, breathing sounds, coughing, undersupply of oxygen. Cardiovascular complaints: Low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, chest pain, shock, collapse, unconsciousness. Skin and mucous membranes: Swelling, … Anaphylaxis

Kiwi Allergy

Symptoms The possible symptoms of kiwi allergy include: Oral discomfort, e.g., rash around the mouth, furry or itchy feeling in the mouth, swelling Rhinitis (allergic rhinitis). Hives, itching, rash Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain Cough, shortness of breath Swelling, laryngeal edema A severe course with anaphylaxis is possible. Notabene: kiwifruit contain calcium oxalatraphides (crystal needles), citric … Kiwi Allergy

Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (Hyposensitization)

Products Various injectables are approved for subcutaneous immunotherapy in many countries. Ingredients The drugs contain allergen extracts of common allergens, such as those from pollen, insect venom, fungi, animals, and dust mites. Effects The allergen extracts (ATC V01AA) produce symptom relief and immune tolerance to the allergens. Medications used to treat the condition can usually … Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (Hyposensitization)

Protamine

Products Protamine is commercially available as an injectable. It has been approved in many countries since 1949. Structure and properties Protamine is present in the drug as protamine hydrochloride. It consists of the hydrochlorides of basic peptides with a deep molecular mass and a high arginine content, obtained from sperm or roe of fish (mostly … Protamine

Fire Ants

Symptoms Fire ant stings manifest as pain, spreading redness, itching, and a burning sensation at the sting sites. A wheal develops, and within 24-48 hours a characteristic and pathognomonic pustule develops, which dries up after 2-3 weeks and can be superinfected. As with other insect bites, a large local reaction with swelling, itching, and redness … Fire Ants

Albumin: Protein in the Blood

Products Human albumin is commercially available as an infusion solution for intravenous use. Structure and properties Human albumin is a monomeric protein with a heart-shaped structure that can be extracted from human plasma for the production of drugs. In the body, it is produced by the liver. The mature protein consists of 585 amino acids, … Albumin: Protein in the Blood