Sedation: Treatment, Effects & Risks

Sedation involves administering a sedative and tranquilizing drug to the patient. In this way, anxiety as well as stress reactions can be controlled. Sedation is most commonly used as part of anesthesiologic premedication, in which case it smoothly transitions to general anesthesia. What is sedation? During sedation, the physician administers a sedative to the patient. … Sedation: Treatment, Effects & Risks

Apixaban: Effects, Uses & Risks

Apixaban is a relatively new drug prescribed to prevent thrombosis. It is used in patients who have undergone knee replacement surgery or hip replacement surgery. In this case, it is one of the preferred preparations because it can be administered in tablet form and is easier to dose than other preparations that also prevent blood … Apixaban: Effects, Uses & Risks

Lotus: Incompatibility & Allergy

The lotus is a rooted aquatic plant that grows mainly in tropical and muddy regions. On the one hand, it has a religious significance in Buddhism, but it is also known as a food and is indicated for the treatment of various diseases. This is what you should know about the lotus The lotus is … Lotus: Incompatibility & Allergy

Happiness Hormones: Function & Diseases

Several messenger substances that have a positive effect on the body’s well-being are referred to as happiness hormones. Serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins are thought to relieve pain, induce states of relaxation, and make people happy. Because of their effects on the psyche, which are comparable to narcotics, happiness hormones are also referred to as endogenous … Happiness Hormones: Function & Diseases

MHF | Heart rate during sports

MHF The maximum heart rate (MHF) is different for each person and has nothing to do with individual performance. However, the heart rate plays an important role in training planning and control. The optimal heart rate for training can be determined by formulas or a field test. To determine the MHF yourself, you should be … MHF | Heart rate during sports

Cooperation of heart rate and cardiovascular system | Heart rate during sports

Cooperation of heart rate and cardiovascular system Heart rate and cardiovascular system are closely related. The cardiovascular system performs vital tasks, transports oxygen and nutrients and regulates the supply of heat. The heart is the motor of the human body and, via the vascular system, ensures that, for example, the muscle cells always receive sufficient … Cooperation of heart rate and cardiovascular system | Heart rate during sports

Chopped Cabbage: Intolerance & Allergy

Cut cabbage is a hardy leafy vegetable closely related to rapeseed. Until the mid-20th century, the fast-growing plant was widespread throughout northern Germany and known by a variety of regional names. In Bremen cuisine, in particular, cut cabbage is traditionally prepared hearty with Pinkel, but it can also be used as a salad. This is … Chopped Cabbage: Intolerance & Allergy

Insulinoma

Insulinoma is the most common hormone-producing tumor of the pancreas. It often produces not only insulin, as its name suggests, but also other hormones. In 90% of the cases it is a benign tumor. The most important symptom of insulinoma is the so-called hypoglycemia (“hypoglycemia”). These occur particularly after physical exertion or in the morning … Insulinoma