Brief overview What is conjunctivitis? An infectious or non-infectious inflammation of the conjunctiva. The medical term is conjunctivitis. Causes: Infectious agents (such as bacteria, viruses), allergies, foreign bodies in the eye (e.g. dust), damaged contact lenses, UV light, drafts, eyestrain, and more. common symptoms: reddened, watery and (especially in the morning) sticky eye, swollen eyelid, … Is Conjunctivitis Contagious?
Conjunctivitis – home remedy: curd/curd cheese Some people rely on cold quark compresses for conjunctivitis. This old household remedy has a cooling, decongestant and anti-inflammatory effect. How to make a curd compress: Dip a clean cotton cloth (e.g. kitchen towel) in cool water and then wring it out. Now spread a finger-thick layer of curd … Home remedies for conjunctivitis
Lassa fever is a viral disease that occurs preferentially in only some parts of West Africa. Affected countries include Nigeria, the Ivory Coast and Guinea. In Germany, only isolated cases have occurred so far. If Lassa fever is detected, notification is mandatory. What is Lassa fever? Lassa fever is one of the viral hemorrhagic fevers … Lassa Fever: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Symptoms Possible symptoms of Zika fever include fever, feeling sick, a rash, muscle and joint pain, headache, and conjunctivitis. The illness is usually benign and lasts a few days to a week (2 to 7 days). An asymptomatic course is common. Guillain-Barré syndrome may rarely occur as a complication. If a pregnant woman is infected, … Zika Fever
Effect Antibacterial Bakeriostatic Antiparasitic against protozoa Mechanism of action Sulfonamides inhibit the synthesis of folic acid in microorganisms. They are structural analogues (antimetabolites) of the natural substrate p-aminobenzoic acid and competitively displace it. Trimethoprim, used in combination with sulfamethoxazole, has a synergistic effect. Indications Bacterial infectious diseases caused by: Streptococcus Pneumococcus Actinomycetes Nocardia, e.g. nocaridosis … Sulfonamides
Astemizole is a so-called antihistamine, which is used to treat allergies symptomatically. However, this drug is no longer available on the German market. What is astemizole? Astemizole is a so-called antihistamine, which is used to treat allergies symptomatically. Astemizole is an H1 receptor antagonist as well as a second-generation antihistamine. By blocking the histamine receptors, … Astemizole: Effects, Uses & Risks
The term paroxysmal hemicrania describes a specific form of headache disorder. It is characterized by seizure-like, hemiparesis, very severe attacks of pain accompanied by redness on the affected side of the face. The duration of the attacks is from a few minutes to about 45 minutes in rare cases. What is paroxysmal hemicrania? Infographic on … Paroxysmal Hemicrania: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Puffy eyes are a common everyday problem that can have a variety of causes. Not every one has disease value. You can also have puffy eyes because of natural causes – for example, age or heredity. What are puffy eyes? The definition of puffy eyes is that edema or swelling has formed around the eyes. … Puffy Eyes: Causes, Treatment & Help
Contact lenses, like eyeglasses, belong to the visual aids and correct visual defects. They are placed with the help of the fingertips on the eye or on the tear film on it and can thus compensate for all common refractive errors. Wearing glasses can be avoided in this way, which also gives contact lenses a … Contact Lenses: Applications & Health Benefits
The eyelid closure reflex is a so-called polysynaptic foreign reflex that serves to protect the eyes from foreign body exposure and dehydration. The reflex can be triggered by tactile, visual, or auditory stimuli; startle can also activate the reflex. It always affects both eyes, even in the case of tactile or optical stimuli that occur … Eyelid Closure Reflex: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
Erythromycin is an antibiotic and is used to prevent or treat bacterial infections. It can be used on the skin, externally, or orally, internally. Erythromycin is subject to medical prescription in Germany, so it is not available over-the-counter in pharmacies. What is erythromycin? Erythromycin is an antibiotic and is subject to medical prescription in Germany, … Erythromycin: Effects, Uses & Risks
Symptoms The two leading symptoms of Sjögren’s syndrome (pronounced “Schögren”) are dry mouth and dry eyes with associated symptoms such as conjunctivitis, difficulty swallowing and speaking, gingivitis, and tooth decay. The nose, throat, skin, lips and vagina are also frequently dry. In addition, many other organs may be affected less frequently and include muscle and … Sjögren’s Syndrome: Causes and Treatment
