The immunological stool test (fecal immunochemical test, FIT) is primarily used for early detection and thus prevention of colorectal cancer. The test is based on the immunological detection of occult blood (synonym: fecal occult blood test – FOBT; more precise immunological FOBT = iFOBT). Since April 1, 2017, the immunological fecal occult blood test (quantitative … Immunological Stool Test
Pathogenesis (development of disease) The bacterium Helicobacter pylori produces the enzyme urease. This hydrolyzes urea in the stomach to ammonia, which in turn neutralizes gastric acid. This allows the bacterium to survive in the acidic environment of the stomach. It colonizes the mucosa (lining) of the stomach, causing it to lose its natural protective barrier. … Helicobacter Pylori Infection: Causes
The following recommendations – in the spirit of holistic reproductive medicine – should be implemented before starting reproductive medical therapy. General measures Regular sex (every 2 days) during a woman’s fertile days increases the likelihood of pregnancy. After ovulation, an egg is fertile for about 12-18 hours. Sperm can survive up to 5 days in … Male Infertility: Therapy
A deficiency symptom may indicate that there is an insufficient supply of vital nutrients (micronutrients). The complaint seborrheic eczema indicates a deficiency of vital nutrients (micronutrients) for: Vitamin B2 Vitamin B6 The above vital substance recommendations (micronutrients) were created with the help of medical experts. All statements are supported by scientific studies with high levels … Seborrheic Eczema: Micronutrient Therapy
To prevent seborrheic eczema, attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors. Behavioral risk factors Psychosocial situation Stress – may increase symptoms Environmental stress – intoxications (poisonings). Climatic influences – sunlight exposure can improve symptoms.
Pathogenesis (development of disease) The exact pathogenesis is unclear. Dermatosis (skin disease) of early infancy (infantile form) and young to middle adulthood (adolescent and adult forms) is thought to be associated with Malassezia species (formerly known as Pityrosporon ovale/yeast fungi) and with hyperfunction of the sebaceous glands. The yeasts secrete lipases and phosphatases. This leads … Seborrheic Eczema: Causes
The medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of abdominal swelling. Family history What is the general health of your family members? Are there any diseases in your family that are common? Are there any hereditary diseases in your family? Social history What is your profession? Are you exposed … Abdominal Swelling: Medical History
The following are the most important diseases or complications that can be caused by varicella (chickenpox), especially in immunocompromised patients: Respiratory system (J00-J99) Pneumonia (pneumonia); not uncommonly severe in pregnant women; lethality of untreated varicella pneumonia in pregnancy: -44% (increasing with gestational age). Eyes and eye appendages (H00-H59). Corneal lesions (corneal changes). Certain conditions originating … Chickenpox (Varicella): Complications
Laboratory parameters 1st order Antibody detection by serologic methods such as ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) – antigen detection (IgG, IgM, and IgA Elisa). Anti-VZV IgG (in unvaccinated childbearing women with unclear or negative varicella history). KBR Laboratory parameters 2nd order Direct virus detection using PCR (polymerase chain reaction) from vesicle contents, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or … Chickenpox (Varicella): Test and Diagnosis
Therapeutic target Risk reduction of thromboembolic complications → hematocrit value (Hk: volume fraction of cellular elements in the blood; because erythrocytes physiologically represent 99% of the total volume of blood cells, Hkt corresponds to the volume fraction of all erythrocytes in total blood ): < 45 % Therapy recommendations in polycythaemia vera (PV) For mild … Polycythemia: Drug Therapy
Within the framework of micronutrient medicine (vital substances), the following vital substances (micronutrients) are used for supportive therapy of influenza. Vitamin C. First, the administration of vitamin C can help strengthen the immune system. Furthermore, it can weaken the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections such as colds and flu. Zinc showed an effect on … Influenza (Flu): Micronutrient Therapy
Cardiovascular (I00-I99). Hemorrhoids (esp. with inflammatory change). Marisques – folds of skin on the anus, which usually remain after perianal thrombosis. Skin and subcutaneous (L00-L99). Ectopic sebaceous glands Fibromas Papillomatous pigmented nevus cell nevi Lichen ruber planus (nodular lichen) Nevi (pigment mark, often called “mole” or “birthmark” in common parlance). Seborrheic warts Infectious and parasitic … HPV Infection: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis
