First, the doctor will take the medical history and ask exactly about the symptoms. During gynecological palpation, he may be able to palpate a uniform enlargement or bulbous changes. The diagnosis can almost always be made by ultrasound examination through the vagina. Rarely, a uteroscopy or laparoscopy is still necessary to bring clarity. What therapy … Myomas: Diagnosis and Therapy
Growths of smooth muscle cells in the uterus are the most common benign growths of the female reproductive organs. Still, quite little is known about why fibroids develop – female sex hormones probably play a role in their growth. Myomas in the uterus (uterine fibroids or uterus myomatosus) are common benign growths – about 15-20% … Myomas: Often Annoying, Almost Always Harmless
Virtually no man who lives long enough gets around it: benign enlargement of the prostate. It begins as early as age 30 and progresses slowly. Complaints do not develop until years (tens of years) later. Shaped like a chestnut, the prostate lies under the bladder and encloses the urethra like a fist. Before puberty, it … Prostate Enlargement (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
An enlarged prostate can be clearly recognized by the doctor by means of various examinations. We explain which treatment options are indicated for which symptoms and when surgery is necessary. In addition, you can become active yourself, and with some tips prevent an enlargement of the prostate. How is the diagnosis made? To find the … Prostate Enlargement: Diagnosis and Therapy
Synonyms in a broader sense Medical: Polyposis nasi nasal polyps Introduction Nasal polyps (Polyposis nasi, nasal polyps) are benign growths of the mucous membrane of the nose or paranasal sinuses. These changes are usually accompanied by restricted nasal breathing and can lead to secondary diseases if left untreated. However, since early diagnosis and a good … Polyps in the nose
Symptoms The severity of the symptoms caused by nasal polyps depends on the size of the polyps of the nose and where exactly they are located. In some cases, they do not cause any symptoms at all for a long period of time. At some point, however, breathing through the nose is usually made more … Symptoms | Polyps in the nose
Therapy If polyps in the nose are only slightly pronounced, drug therapy is usually sufficient to treat them successfully. Drugs are used that contain the active ingredient cortisone, which has an anti-inflammatory effect. Possible options are nasal drops or sprays, which have the advantage that they really only have a local effect, but only develop … Therapy | Polyps in the nose
History In principle, polyps of the nose take a benign course. In about 90% of the patients, the symptoms are initially eliminated or at least significantly improved by surgery.Unfortunately, polyps of the nose and paranasal sinuses tend to occur again and again (recurrences). Therefore, a consistent follow-up treatment is absolutely necessary, which includes the use … History | Polyps in the nose
A lipoma is a benign tumor that originates from fatty tissue cells (adipocytes). Such a benign fat tumor is one of the most common tumors in humans, about 2 percent of all people have a lipoma. Lipomas are most frequently located in the area of the head (lipoma on the head) and neck, on the … Lipoma on the sole of the foot
Causes Although a lipoma originates from the adipose tissue cells, the development of this benign tumor has nothing to do with “fat accumulation”, as is the case with overweight. Why lipomas develop has not yet been conclusively researched. It is assumed that genetic factors play a role. For example, a degeneration of certain fatty tissue … Causes | Lipoma on the sole of the foot
Diagnosis A lipoma on the sole of the foot can usually be diagnosed by a close examination of the skin. The lump can be palpated directly under the skin, feels characteristically soft or prallelastic and is easily movable. But other potentially dangerous skin changes or diseases can also resemble a lipoma, which is why a … Diagnosis | Lipoma on the sole of the foot
Definiton The oligodendroglioma belongs to the group of brain tumors and is usually benign. The most frequent occurrence of the oligodendroglioma is at the age of 25-40 years. Oligodendrogliomas are tumors that develop from certain cells of the brain. These cells are called oligodendrocytes; they surround the nerve cells in the brain and serve as … Oligodendroglioma
