Brief overview Major forms of dementia: Alzheimer’s disease (45-70% of all dementias), Vascular dementia (15-25%), Lewy body dementia (3-10%), Frontotemporal dementia (3-18%), Mixed forms (5-20%). Symptoms: In all forms of dementia, there is a long-term loss of mental capacity. Other symptoms and the exact course vary depending on the form of dementia. Affected: Mainly people … Dementia: Forms, Symptoms, Treatment
Retinitis pigmentosa: Description Retinitis pigmentosa (retinopathia pigmentosa) is a large group of genetic eye diseases, all of which lead to the gradual death of the visual cells in the retina, i.e. the rod and cone cells. Visual disturbances up to blindness are the consequences. In most cases, both eyes become diseased; in rare cases, retinopathia … Retinitis pigmentosa: Forms, therapy
Brief overview Forms: There are two forms of lymphocytic leukemia: acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) develops rapidly, while chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) develops slowly. Symptoms: Pallor, decreased performance, fatigue, bleeding tendency, bruising, later fever, vomiting, and bone and joint pain typical, sometimes neurological disorders. Diagnosis: blood test, ultrasound examination, taking tissue samples (biopsy), magnetic resonance imaging … Lymphocytic Leukemia: Forms, Symptoms
Brief overview Symptoms: Aortic dissection results in a sharp, tearing and sometimes wandering pain behind the breastbone. Depending on its course, symptoms of, for example, a stroke or heart attack may occur. Treatment: Treatment depends on the site of the aortic dissection. Most often, surgery is required; less commonly, other less invasive methods may suffice. … Aortic Dissection: Symptoms, Forms
How is herpes treated? A central role in the treatment of herpes is played by the so-called antivirals. Doctors use these drugs as standard against various types of herpes. In addition, antivirals are used for other viral diseases. In addition, there are other agents that can be used for herpes, but they usually only relieve … Herpes: Treatment of Herpes Forms
Brief overview Symptoms: headache, nausea, vomiting, muscle paralysis, hydrocephalus, visual disturbances, milk let-down without pregnancy, loss of potency, growth disorders, osteoporosis, overweight or underweight, weakness, fatigue, edema, psychological disorders such as depression and anxiety Treatment: Surgery, radiation and drug therapy. Prognosis: If treated early, especially the benign forms, the prognosis is usually good. If left … Pituitary Adenoma: Forms, Symptoms, Therapy
Yoga offers not only exercises for strengthening, but also for relaxation. In any case, these are important points that can be helpful during pregnancy or birth. After all, the well-being of the pregnant woman should also be considered. During a pregnancy the female body goes through various processes in which the body changes. A supply … Yoga for pregnant women
From when/risks As a rule, yoga is also allowed and even welcome during pregnancy. There are no exact guidelines for the application of Yoga during pregnancy. The important thing is that the woman listens to her body during pregnancy and pays attention to it. In case of uncertainty, the woman should consult her gynecologist again. … From when/risks | Yoga for pregnant women
Heat therapy is a generic term for various applications in physiotherapy and physical therapy as well as balneotherapy. In general, heat therapy comprises all therapy methods in which heat is applied to the skin in various forms for mostly 20-40 minutes in order to achieve a blood circulation-promoting, metabolism-stimulating and muscle-relaxing effect. Fields of application … Heat Therapy as Physiotherapy
Bog cushion: What is it? Moor pillows are pillows that are available in different sizes and contain moor from different moor areas, depending on the manufacturer. The bog pillows are produced especially for medical purposes and usually consist of a plastic foil into which the bog is filled. Depending on the manufacturer, the lifetime of … Bog cushion: What is it? | Heat Therapy as Physiotherapy
Peat bath Peat baths are offered in many spas and thermal baths, but there are also similar products for use in the bathtub at home. The peat bath has a centuries-old tradition, although its healing effect is controversial among medical experts. A real peat bath usually consists of fresh peat and thermal water, as this … Peat bath | Heat Therapy as Physiotherapy
Fangocur Fangocur is a company based in Gossendorf, Styria, Austria, which manufactures and sells various medical products made from the volcanic Gossendorf healing clay. These include mineral creams and masks, fango packs for home use and healing clay for oral administration. Fangocur Bentomed is dissolved as a powder in water and is said to have … Fangocur | Heat Therapy as Physiotherapy
