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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS): Pathognomonic (indicative of a disease) Loud and irregular snoring combined with pauses in breathing (≥ 10 sec), resulting in restless sleep Other seminal symptoms Daytime sleepiness (tendency to fall asleep during the day). Night startling from sleep Frequent falling asleep during the day … Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Spina Bifida (“Open Back”): Surgical Therapy

1st order Spina bifida aperta: here, the cele (blister-like protrusion; hernial sac) is first incised (sparing the nervous tissue). The spinal cord is gently transferred back into the spinal canal. The spinal canal is closed with a fascial flap. Wound closure is performed in layers or by means of plastic coverage. Myelomeningocele: here, the closure … Spina Bifida (“Open Back”): Surgical Therapy

Cervical Node: Lab Test

2nd order laboratory parameters – depending on the results of the medical history, physical examination, etc. – for differential diagnostic clarification Small blood count Differential blood count Inflammatory parameters – CRP (C-reactive protein) or ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate). Serological tests – if bacterial, viral or parasitic diseases are suspected (see under lymph node enlargement (lymphadenopathy)/laboratory … Cervical Node: Lab Test

Artificial Bowel Outlet (Enterostoma)

The term enterostoma is the medical term for the “artificial intestinal outlet”. This is referred to as either anus praeter naturalis (Latin) or intestinal stoma, or stoma for short (Greek : mouth, opening). The creation of an enterostoma is a visceral surgical procedure (abdominal surgery) and often a partial measure of intestinal surgery, e.g. in … Artificial Bowel Outlet (Enterostoma)

Leptospirosis (Weil’s Disease)

In leptospirosis (synonyms: Bouchet-Gsell disease; canicola fever; Charente fever; field, mud, harvest fever; fever caused by leptospires; Fort-Bragg fever;infection by Leptospira interrogans; infection by Leptospira interrogans autumnalis; infection by Leptospira interrogans canicola; infection by Leptospira interrogans hebdomadis; Infection by Leptospira interrogans icterohaemorrhagiae; Infection by Leptospira interrogans pomona; Infection by leptospires; Infection by Spirochaeta icterogenes; Japanese … Leptospirosis (Weil’s Disease)

Macro- and Micronutrient Additional Requirements (Vital Substances) in the Breastfeeding Phase

A healthy infant doubles its weight in the first four to six months after birth. An adequate supply of essential nutrients and vital substances is therefore (macro- and micronutrients) of considerable importance for the growth and health of the newborn and also for the maintenance of the mother’s health. Due to the stress of pregnancy, … Macro- and Micronutrient Additional Requirements (Vital Substances) in the Breastfeeding Phase

Micronutrient Additional Requirements (Vital Substances) in the Breastfeeding Phase: Trace Elements

Trace elements whose requirements are increased during breastfeeding include iron, iodine, copper, selenium and zinc… In addition to these trace elements, breastfeeding mothers should also ensure an adequate dietary intake of chromium, fluorine, manganese, molybdenum, as well as tin. The daily requirement of these trace elements is not increased during breastfeeding. Nevertheless, they must not … Micronutrient Additional Requirements (Vital Substances) in the Breastfeeding Phase: Trace Elements

Pulmonary Function Testing (Spirometry)

Spirometry is a pulmonary function test. It is used to measure and record lung or respiratory volume and airflow velocities to assess lung function.Spirometry is performed for early detection of lung disease as well as for follow-up during therapy for lung disease. By means of spirometry, obstructive and restrictive lung diseases are distinguished: Obstructive lung … Pulmonary Function Testing (Spirometry)

Bronchial Asthma: Test and Diagnosis

Laboratory parameters of the 1st order – obligatory laboratory tests. Small blood count (due toleukocytes/white blood cells) or CRP (C-reactive protein) – for inflammation diagnosis. Differential blood count: determination of absolute eosinophil count [eosinophilia// eosinophilic and non-eosinophilic asthma: supports the diagnosis of bronchial asthma; COPD: usually low, eosinophilia may be present in the exacerbation phase] … Bronchial Asthma: Test and Diagnosis

Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis: Test and Diagnosis

Microbiologic testing should be performed in the following situations: Symptoms consistent with Clostridium difficile infection (CDI), In persons who have been treated with antibiotics in the past 60 days. In persons who have risk factors Any diarrhea (diarrhea) lasting more than 3 days and no other known pathogen. Laboratory parameters 1st order – mandatory laboratory … Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis: Test and Diagnosis

Aphthe: Medical History

Medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of aphtae. Family history What is the general health of your family members? Are there any diseases in your family that are common? Do any family members (e.g., parents/grandparents) have aphthae? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). How long have … Aphthe: Medical History

Dermaroller

The Dermaroller is a device used in aesthetic medicine for cosmetic treatment of the skin, especially in the facial area, but also, for example, for cellulite in other areas of the body. It is a new type of so-called minimally invasive, percutaneous collagen induction therapy (CIT; PCI). Small, very fine needles are used in the … Dermaroller