Products Zanamivir is commercially available as a dischaler for powder inhalation (Relenza). It has been approved in many countries since 1999. Zanamivir is far less well known than oseltamivir (Tamiflu), probably mainly because of its more complicated administration. Structure and properties Zanamivir (C12H20N4O7, Mr = 332.3 g/mol) exists as a white powder. It has a … Zanamivir
Dengue fever is a viral disease that can occur both as an epidemic and sporadically. Because of its mode of transmission, it occurs only in tropical and subtropical areas. What is dengue fever? Dengue fever is also called bone-crushing or dandy fever. It is caused by the dengue virus. This is transmitted by bites from … Dengue Fever: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Products Ginger is contained in various medicinal products. These include capsules, which are approved as medicinal products (Zintona). It is also available as a tea, as an open product, in the form of ginger candies and as candied ginger. Also available is the essential oil. Fresh ginger can be purchased in grocery stores. Stem plant … Ginger
A cold or common cold is a common infection of the respiratory tract. It is caused by viruses and usually occurs acutely. Typical signs of a cold are mainly hoarseness, sore throat and runny nose. What is a cold? Schematic diagram showing the anatomy and structure of the nasal mucosa with “loopholes” for cold viruses … Common Cold: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Winter time is flu time. Even if the real flu has lost some of its explosiveness because of its confusion with the much less dangerous flu-like infection, it is still one of the most dangerous diseases that come back every year and can be fatal. Safe protection is offered by the flu vaccination. What is … Flu Vaccination: Treatment, Effects & Risks
Symptoms Neck tension manifests as neck and muscle pain and a tightening and hardening of the muscles. They result in limited range of motion. Under certain circumstances, the head can no longer be turned to the side. This condition is also known as “cervical gyration.” The pain and cramping are uncomfortable and disrupt normal daily … Neck Tension
Aspiration pneumonia is a specific type of pneumonia. In most cases, it occurs because foreign material is inhaled and the respiratory defense system is inadequate. Usually, aspiration pneumonia occurs in the basal portions of the lungs. What are aspiration pneumonias? Aspiration pneumonias are characterized by being caused by aspiration of foreign bodies and fluids. A … Aspiration Pneumonia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Symptoms Symptoms of Covid-19 include (selection): Fever Cough (irritating cough or with sputum) Respiratory disorders, shortness of breath, shortness of breath. Feeling sick, fatigue Cold symptoms: runny nose, stuffy nose, sore throat. Pain in the limbs, muscle and joint pain. Gastrointestinal complaints: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain. Nervous system: impairment of the sense of smell … COVID-19
Symptoms Fatigue is a physiological and subjective response of the organism to mental and physical exertion. It is undesirable when it occurs rapidly, frequently, and excessively. Fatigue manifests itself, among other things, in a lack of energy, exhaustion, weakness, listlessness, and reduced performance and motivation. It can also be accompanied by irritability. Fatigue occurs acutely … Fatigue
Adenoids or adenoid vegetations are enlargement of the adenoids in the throat. They are a typical problem of childhood and can lead to various health disorders. It is not uncommon for adenoids to require surgical removal. What are adenoids? Waldeyer’s ring of pharyngeal adenoids consists of the lingual tonsil, palatine tonsil, and pharyngeal tonsil. Adenoids … Adenoids: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Platyspondyly is a generalized vetebra plana and thus corresponds to the reduction in height of vertebral bodies, as it can be acquired or congenital. The acquired form is usually due to herniated discs or tumors, and the congenital form is usually due to dysplasia. Therapy is often conservative using a brace. What is platyspondyly? The … Platyspondyly: Causes, Treatment & Help
Middle ear infection or otitis media is a painful disease in the area of the middle ear. It can occur acutely, as well as chronically. Triggers are mostly bacteria and viruses. Otitis media often occurs in young children. Typical signs are earache, hearing loss, fever and fatigue. A middle ear infection should be distinguished from … Otitis Media: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
