The omentum majus is the name given to a duplication of the peritoneum that is rich in fatty tissue. The structure plays an important role in immune defense in the abdominal region. What is omentum majus? The omentum majus is also known as the great mesh, intestinal mesh, abdominal mesh, or omentum gastrolicum. It refers … Omentum Majus: Structure, Function & Diseases
The active ingredient acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), which is contained among other things in aspirin, was already extracted from willow bark around 1850 by a French chemist. However, it was not until around 1900 that two German chemists from the Bayer company succeeded in further developing the substance so that it no longer had the original … Acetylsalicylic Acid: Effects, Uses & Risks
Erythromelalgia is a rare circulatory disorder that is associated with seizure-like recurring painful swelling in the legs, feet, arms, and/or hands. Men and women can be equally affected by erythromelalgia. What is erythromelalgia? Erythromelalgia is the name given to a rare neuro-vascular disorder and functional circulatory disorder associated with seizure-like painful hyperemia (increased blood flow) … Erythromelalgia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
For the undisturbed function of the heart, in addition to a healthy valve apparatus and a functional musculature, the undisturbed supply of the heart muscle with oxygen and nutrients is a decisive prerequisite. If this supply to the heart muscle is disturbed, the function of the heart is also impaired. The coronary vessels play a … Causes and Treatment of Myocardial Infarction and Angina Pectoris
Spleen pain can be a symptom of many kinds of diseases or can be due to an improper lifestyle. As an organ, the spleen performs various functions in the body, but it is not a vital organ. Complaints in the spleen are always an indication of impaired function of this organ. What is splenic pain? … Spleen Pain: Causes, Treatment & Help
Strabismus, or strabismus in technical terms, is a misalignment of the eyes that look in different directions. The eyes can be either both looking inward or outward. What is strabismus? Strabismus is not only a “cosmetic blemish” for many sufferers, but there may be a visual impairment involved. In strabismus, because one of the two … Strabismus: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
As a severe developmental brain disorder, lissencephaly is not curable today. Therapeutic steps lie primarily in symptom relief. What is lissencephaly? Lissencephaly is a malformation of the brain. The name lissencephaly is derived from the Greek words for ‘smooth’ (lissos) and ‘brain‘ (encephalon). In the context of lissencephaly, the brain convolutions are not fully formed … Lissencephaly: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Beta-blockers, also known as beta-receptor blockers or beta-adrenoreceptor antagonists, are a group of drugs that inhibit the action of the catecholamines epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body. What are beta blockers? In arterial hypertension, beta-blockers are often prescribed in combination with other antihypertensive agents, for example diuretics. These two transmitter substances, also known as “stress … Beta-blockers: Effects, Uses & Risks
The genioglossus muscle is the chin-tongue muscle and its function is to extend the tongue forward or out. It participates in sucking, chewing, swallowing, and speaking. The genioglossus muscle also holds the tongue in the oral cavity and prevents it from sliding in front of the trachea. What is the genioglossus muscle? As the chin-tongue … Genioglossus Muscle: Structure, Function & Diseases
Testicular atrophy involves abnormally reduced testicles (shrunken testicles). Severely reduced testicles are usually no longer functional, i.e. neither hormones nor intact sperm are produced. Causes include years of abuse of anabolic steroids, but also genetic defects, such as Klinefelter syndrome, or inflammation of the testicles. What is testicular atrophy? Under a testicular atrophy, the medical … Testicular Atrophy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The term necrosis, which comes from the Greek, describes the death of individual cells or cell clusters on a living organism, which can result in the death of tissue layers and eventually limbs. This contrasts with apoptosis, which is physiological cell death. What is necrosis? The pathological death of individual cells, tissues, or limbs is … Necrosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Most people associate the appearance of blue fingers with cold. However, this does not have to be involved in the discoloration. Affected people should see a doctor. Often, the discomfort is not only unpleasant, they can also indicate diseases. What characterizes blue fingers? Often, blue fingers are due to a lack of oxygen or bruising. … Blue Fingers: Causes, Treatment & Help