Lily of the valley

Convallaria majalis Augenkraut, Maililie, GlasblümliLily of the valley can be recognized by its strikingly large, oval, dark green, lancet-like leaves. In contrast, inconspicuous flowers with unbranched thin stems, which are arranged in clusters at the upper end and are bell-shaped, attracting attention through their fragrant scent. Flowering time: May to June Occurrence: In the forests … Lily of the valley

Angelica: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

Angelica root (Angelica archangelica), also called angelica, is used as a medicinal plant mainly for flatulence, bloating and detoxification. It originates from the north of Europe and came to our regions only with the Vikings. After being forgotten for a long time, today it is again appreciated in naturopathy. Occurrence and cultivation of angelica In … Angelica: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

Ruprecht Herb: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

Storksbill owes its name to its elongated fruiting stems, reminiscent of the beak of storks. Its botanical family includes the popular geraniums (Pelargonium), often planted in gardens and on balconies. The best known representative of the stork’s beaks, the Ruprechtskraut, is already mentioned in medieval written sources as a medicinal plant. Hildegard von Bingen and … Ruprecht Herb: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits

Photochemotherapy: Treatment, Effects & Risks

Photochemotherapy is a special treatment that combines long-wave UV light with psoralen. The procedure is also known as PUVA (psoralen plus UVA). What is photochemotherapy? Photochemotherapy is one of the medical procedures in dermatology. It belongs to the light therapies. Photochemotherapy belongs to the medical procedures of dermatology. It belongs to the light therapies. During … Photochemotherapy: Treatment, Effects & Risks

Chest pains man

General Chest pain is feared by patients of all ages – if you associate it with problems with the heart, in the worst case a heart attack. However, chest pain or pulling in the chest does not always have to be associated with a heart attack; various other, relatively harmless causes can also play a … Chest pains man

Symptoms | Chest pains man

Symptoms The symptoms of the incubation pain can be of different types. Some patients feel them when breathing in, others generally at rest, and some only under stress. The symptoms give an indication of the type of illness. Seizure-like chest pain, which disappears after a few minutes, can be a sign of angina pectoris. Bruising … Symptoms | Chest pains man

Diagnosis | Chest pains man

Diagnosis The diagnosis of a heart attack is usually made by means of an electrocardiogram, or ECG for short. This is used to measure the electrical excitation conduction and propagation in the heart. Emergency physicians very quickly recognize typical patterns on the ECG and then initiate appropriate therapy. The diagnosis of intercostal neuralgia is usually … Diagnosis | Chest pains man

These measures have a positive effect on life expectancy | What is the life expectancy after a stroke?

These measures have a positive effect on life expectancy It is important to find out the cause of the stroke so that one can prevent possible further strokes. This is usually done in hospital. Possible causes of a stroke can be atherosclerosis or heart disease, for example. A change in lifestyle has an influence on … These measures have a positive effect on life expectancy | What is the life expectancy after a stroke?

Life expectancy in case of a stroke in dogs | What is the life expectancy after a stroke?

Life expectancy in case of a stroke in dogs In dogs, similar to humans, the extent of the stroke and the general condition of the dog play a role in life expectancy. A very serious stroke therefore has a worse life expectancy than a mild stroke. In addition, a dog with many pre-existing conditions has … Life expectancy in case of a stroke in dogs | What is the life expectancy after a stroke?

Artemether: Effects, Uses & Risks

Artemether is a so-called chemotherapeutic agent, which in Germany is prescribed only for the treatment of special malaria tropica and is sold in pharmacies as Riamet. It is rarely prescribed in Germany compared to other drugs of this type and is also suitable for self-treatment. What is artemether? Artemether is a so-called chemotherapeutic drug, which … Artemether: Effects, Uses & Risks