The human digestive system is a marvel. Expressed in figures, it utilizes a whole 30 tons of solid food and 50,000 liters of liquid in the course of a lifetime. And apart from chewing, the processes run completely independently without the human being having to deal with them. Provided, of course, that no complaints arise. … Enzymes: Little Helpers with a Big Effect
Hyperammonemia is characterized by an elevated concentration of ammonia in the blood. Causes include congenital defects of the urea cycle and certain enzymes as well as severe liver disease. If left untreated, the disorder can lead to severe brain damage or even death. What is hyperammonemia? Hyperammonemia is the scientific term for an elevated serum … Hyperammonemia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Duration of Quincke’s edema Quincke’s edema develops acutely over a few seconds to minutes. With immediate therapy, it usually subsides within a few minutes. It is therefore an acute event overall. However, hereditary or idiopathic Quincke’s edema in particular can occur repeatedly and therefore lead to chronic recurrence, whereas allergic Quincke’s edema can be prevented … Duration of Quincke’s edema | The Quincke edema
Quincke’s edema, also known as “angioneurotic edema” or angioedema, is an acute swelling of the skin and mucous membrane. This can sometimes affect the subcutaneous connective tissue and subcutaneous fatty tissue. It is an acute and non-painful swelling that can have both allergic and non-allergic causes. Quincke’s edema is therefore not an independent clinical picture, … The Quincke edema
Localization of Quincke’s edema In principle, Quincke’s edema can occur anywhere on the body. However, a specific distribution pattern of the swellings is conspicuous, which leads to a characteristic appearance of the affected persons. It seems to be mainly affected areas where there is a low tissue resistance. These include the eyelids. Depending on the … Localization of Quincke’s edema | The Quincke edema
Associated symptoms of Quincke’s edema Allergic Quincke’s edema can be accompanied by typical symptoms such as hives and itching. The itching then usually affects the entire skin and not just a specific part of the body. Furthermore, redness of the eyes may occur. In the case of non-allergic Quincke’s edema, there may also be accompanying … Associated symptoms of Quincke’s edema | The Quincke edema
General Phlogenzym is a commercially available preparation, which is available in two different forms. Phlogenzym mono consists of only one component and Phlogenzym aktiv is composed of several components. It is a food supplement that supports the human body in various tasks. Phlogenzym does not require a prescription and is available without a prescription but … Phlogenzym – The food supplement
Composition Phlogenzym aktiv is a combination of several enzymes, vitamins and antioxidants (radical scavengers). Both enzymes and vitamins are components that the immune system needs for optimal functioning. Among the enzymes contained are bromelain, papain, trypsin and chymotrypsin. Bromelain is extracted from pineapple plants and has anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant and draining properties. Bromelain is also available … Composition | Phlogenzym – The food supplement
Mode of action of Phlogenzym The phlogenzyme supports the immune system when it is weakened by an infection or similar and therefore not fully functional. Phlogenzym strengthens the cells of the immune system and ensures that there is little or no loss of function so that pathogens cannot easily enter the body. In addition, Phlogenzym … Mode of action of Phlogenzym | Phlogenzym – The food supplement
Introduction Angioedema (swelling of the vessel) or also known as Quincke’s edema, is a sudden swelling of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, sometimes lasting several days. Swelling of the lip, tongue and eye is relatively harmless. On the other hand, swelling of the glottis (the part of the larynx that forms the voice) can be … The angioedema
Causes of the development of angioedema A distinction is made between non-allergic and allergic causes. The former can be inherited (so-called hereditary angioedema), caused by medication or caused by so-called lymphoproliferative diseases. An idiopathic form is also known, i.e. the trigger is not known. All forms of oedema are based on the same mechanism: fluid … Causes of the development of angioedema | The angioedema
The diagnosis of angioedema The diagnosis of angioedema is made clinically, i.e. on the basis of the symptoms and through targeted inspection and questioning by the doctor. In known similar cases in the family, genetic testing for C1 esterase inhibition deficiency may be considered as a further diagnostic test. Otherwise, the diagnosis is “ex juvantibus” … The diagnosis of angioedema | The angioedema