In cat scratch disease, which is caused by bacteria, the pathogen enters the human organism mainly through scratch injuries of the cats. The cats themselves either do not become ill at all or only mildly. What is cat scratch disease? Cat scratch disease is a common infectious disease in which the local lymph nodes are … Cat Scratch Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The cranberry has a long tradition in terms of human health. Already Hildegard von Bingen made use of the small red fruits as a remedy in the 12th century. The berries contain many vitamins, iron and potassium – nevertheless, those interested in medicinal herbs should rather not eat them raw, because they taste very tart … Cranberry: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
The botanical name of the silver willow is Salix alba and it belongs to the genus of willows (Salix). The name comes from the silvery sheen of the leaves. In addition to its use in cosmetics and industry, the silver willow is also used as a medicinal plant, where it can be used to treat … Silver Willow: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Annual mugwort is a medicinal plant of the genus Artemisia in the composite family. The Latin name of the plant is Artemisia annua and is composed of the name of the Greek goddess of hunting and forest Artemis and the Latin term annus – German “year”-. Occurrence and cultivation of the annual mugwort. Annual mugwort … Annual Mugwort: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Effects Cooling Fields of application Fever Sports injuries Selected products Hansaplast fever plaster (Germany) Becool fever plaster (Germany) Pulmex cooling plaster (out of trade) Perskindol Cool plaster The restrictions on use must be observed. Diclofenac patches are also sometimes called cold patches because they can be cooling.
Effects Antipyretic Indications Fever of various causes Substances Antipyretics – fever-reducing agents: Paracetamol Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as diclofenac or ibuprofen. Alternative medicine agents, such as homeopathics. Advice The correct dosing interval must be observed (time between doses). Alternatively, syrups or other dosage forms can be used. See also under administering suppositories
Lycopodium belongs to the family of vascular spore plants (Pteridophyta). The plant parts used in the form of a fine spore powder are effective against a large number of internal and external diseases. The scientific name is Lycopodium clavatum, which is known mainly from homeopathy. Occurrence and cultivation of Lycopodium Since the herb is poisonous, … Lycopodium: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Products Antipyretics are available in numerous dosage forms. These include, for example, tablets, effervescent tablets, suppositories, juices, and chewable tablets. The name is derived from the technical term pyrexia (fever). The first synthetic agents, such as acetanilide, salicylic acid, and acetylsalicylic acid, were developed in the 19th century. Structure and properties Antipyretics do not have … Antipyretics
Wall rue (Asplenium ruta-muraria) is an evergreen fern of the striped fern family that prefers to grow in wall and rock crevices. It is said to be a small medicinal plant with a small effect. Nevertheless, it is a multi-talent, as it supports all organs. Despite these positive attributes, it no longer plays a role … Wall Rue: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Aspen, also called trembling poplar or silver poplar, belongs botanically to the willow family. A total of 35 species of poplars are known, but aspen or aspen is the most common in Europe. Occurrence and cultivation of aspen From the external appearance, aspen resembles its botanically closest relative, the willow. Quaking aspen is native throughout … Aspen: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Woad, botanically Isatis tinctoria, is a plant of the cruciferous family and is native to western Asia. From the biennial plant, cultivated in Europe as a dye plant, a deep blue dye was obtained, indigo. Occurrence and cultivation of woad. In the coloring of medieval clothing, textile dye from the plant, which was considered the … Woad: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Symptoms Epiglottitis manifests itself in the following symptoms, which appear suddenly: Fever Dysphagia Pharyngitis Salivation Muffled, throaty voice Difficulty breathing and breathing sounds (stridor). Poor general condition Unlike pseudocroup, cough is rare Most affected are children between 2-5 years, but the disease can also occur in adults. Thanks to good vaccination coverage since the 1990s, … Epiglottitis: Inflammation of the Epiglottis
