Diagnosis A slight pulling, which occurs occasionally, should not be a cause for concern. Temporary indigestion or short-term restlessness in the abdomen may cause the pulling. A longer lasting symptomatology or very painful complaints should be clarified by a doctor. First of all, a medical consultation is essential, through which the doctor can establish an … Diagnosis | Pulling in the stomach
Introduction – How does alcohol affect people As soon as we drink alcohol, it enters our bloodstream. A small amount of alcohol is already absorbed through the mucous membrane of the mouth and the mucous membrane of the esophagus and from there it is transported into the bloodstream. The rest of the alcohol is released … Effect of alcohol – influence on the various organs
Effect on the heart The effects of alcohol consumption on the cardiovascular system have been discussed for decades. Many scientists are of the opinion that a moderate consumption of alcohol, of a maximum of one glass of red wine a day, can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. If more is drunk, however, the risk … Effect on the heart | Effect of alcohol – influence on the various organs
Effect on the kidneys Alcohol affects the hormone balance in the kidneys. Alcohol consumption inhibits the production of the antidiuretic hormone (ADH, formerly vasopressin). The hormone is produced in the hypothalamus and fulfils regulatory tasks in the water balance. ADH has an antidiuretic effect. This means that it causes water to be reabsorbed in the … Effect on the kidneys | Effect of alcohol – influence on the various organs
Effect on the oral mucosa Some of the alcohol that you ingest goes directly from the oral mucosa into the bloodstream. If alcohol is consumed in larger quantities more frequently, the oral mucosa can increasingly dry out. This makes the oral mucosa vulnerable to long-term attack by germs such as viruses, bacteria and fungi. Alcohol … Effect on the oral mucosa | Effect of alcohol – influence on the various organs
Synonyms in a broader sense Wegener’s disease, allergic angiitis and granulomatosis, Klinger-Wegener-Churg syndrome, Wegener’s granulomatosis, Wegener-Klinger-Churg giant cell granuloarteritis, rhinogenic granulomatosis Definition Wegner’s granulomatosis is a disease in which the small blood vessels become inflamed throughout the body (systemic vasculitis). This leads to the formation of tissue nodules (granulomas). Mostly the ears, airways, lungs and … Wegener’s granulomatosis
Therapy At the beginning of Wegener’s granulomatosis the antibiotic Clotrimazol (broad-spectrum antibiotics with the ingredients: Trimethroprim and Sulfamethoxazole), e.g. available as Cotrim®, which leads to an improvement, although the mode of action is still completely unclear. In the further course of the disease, treatment is usually with cortisone (trade names e.g. Prednisolon®, Prednihexal®, Decortin®). This … Therapy | Wegener’s granulomatosis
Complications Wegner’s granulomatosis can lead to permanent damage, such as hearing loss, unilateral blindness, limited kidney function. It can also lead to changes in the shape of the nose due to the frequent inflammations and thus to the formation of a saddle nose. All articles in this series: Wegener’s granulomatosis Therapy Complications
Gut Life is not possible without intestines. It controls and ensures the vital digestion. Via the intestine, food and liquids enter the human body, and here the splitting into usable and non-usable ingredients of food takes place. The human intestine is divided into numerous sections, which have different tasks and parts in the digestive process. … Gut | Digestive tract
Rectum The colon makes an S-shaped bend. This section is called the sigmoid colon. It is the last link between the colon and the rectum. The rectum is also called rectum. It is mainly a reservoir and stores processed bowel movements intended for excretion. The rectum begins approximately at the level of the sacrum. The … Rectum | Digestive tract
Synonym Gastrointestinal tract Definition The term digestive tract is used to describe an organ system of the human body that is responsible for the absorption, digestion and utilization of food and fluids and is essential for a problem-free life. Classification of the gastrointestinal tract The digestive tract of the human body is divided into an … Digestive tract
Introduction Diarrhea is one of the most common diseases that occur in the population. It is defined by a high stool frequency (> 3 defecations per day) and a reduced stool consistency (>75% water content). One can roughly divide the triggers of diarrhoea into two categories: Infectious and non-infectious. Infectious triggers are viruses and bacteria, … Which diarrhea is contagious?
