Delineation The fact that medicinal products, food supplements and medical devices are not one and the same is often known only to experts. However, there are important differences between the categories, which concern, for example, legislation and regulatory requirements. This article refers primarily to the so-called , which are similar to medicinal products. In addition, … Medical Devices
Hair anatomy and physiology Hairs are horny filaments formed by test tube-shaped invaginations of the epidermis. The portion protruding obliquely from the skin is called the hair shaft. Inserted into the skin and extending to the subcutis is the so-called hair follicle. The hair also includes the sebaceous glands, which open into the hair funnel, … Hair Anatomy and Physiology
Products Spinosad has been commercially available in the United States since 2011 as a topical suspension (Natroba, 9 mg/g). As a veterinary drug, it is also used orally to prevent and treat flea infestation with in dogs (Comfortis). Spinosad is further widely used as an insecticide. Structure and properties Spinosad is obtained by fermentation from … Spinosad
Products Pure benzyl alcohol is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Structure and properties Benzyl alcohol (C7H8O, Mr = 108.1 g/mol) is a primary aromatic alcohol. It exists as a clear, colorless, oily liquid with an aromatic odor that is soluble in water. The melting point is -15.2 °C, and the boiling point is 205 °C. … Benzyl Alcohol
The head louse is a gray to light brown insect, which belongs to the family of human lice (Pediculidae). In a head lice infestation (Pediculosis), the head lice nests in the human scalp hair and feeds there on blood. The head lice can be 2.5-3.5 mm long and can therefore be seen with the naked … Head lice
Products Malathion was commercially available as Cream Shampoo (Prioderm, 10 mg/g). It was approved in many countries in 1978. It was discontinued from sale on September 1, 2019. The drug was stored in a refrigerator. Structure and properties Malathion (C10H19O6PS2, Mr = 330.4 g/mol) is a racemate and belongs to the group of organic phosphoric … Malathion
Definition The neck represents the back of the neck and extends from the back of the head to the shoulders. Important anatomical structures of the neck are the cervical spine and the neck muscles. The neck can be affected by a skin rash for various reasons. It is not possible to formulate a general definition … Neck rash
Symptoms The accompanying symptoms of a neck rash depend on the underlying disease. A very common accompanying symptom is itching. This typically occurs with psoriasis, but also with allergic skin rashes. Other diseases such as chicken pox, head lice or fungal infections are also accompanied by itching. Other possible accompanying symptoms are pain, for example … Symptoms | Neck rash
Neck rash in children Children can suffer from a rash on the neck just like adults. Basically, the same causes as for adults are conceivable. A very common cause in small children is head lice infestation, as transmission can easily occur due to close contact in kindergarten or school. Other common causes are typical childhood … Neck rash in children | Neck rash
Therapy of parasites Since there are many different types of parasites or parasite infestation, there are also different therapeutic approaches. For head lice, the use of a special shampoo and a nit comb is sufficient to remove the parasites. Usually these can be purchased at the pharmacy. There are special drugs against worms, which kill … Therapy of parasites | Human parasites
Definition Parasites are small creatures that infest another living being in order to feed and/or reproduce. In microbiology, the term “host” is used in the context of the human or animal infested by the parasite. The host can be affected by the parasite in its life, but deaths do not usually occur. If a person … Human parasites
Symptoms Parasites can infest almost any region of the body. They can appear in the bloodstream, settle in the muscles or attack organs. Even the brain can be affected. Often the symptoms are not directly associated with a parasite infestation because they are very unspecific. The symptoms usually appear some time after the parasite infestation. … Symptoms | Human parasites
