Synonyms in a broader sense Medical: Polyposis nasi nasal polyps Introduction Nasal polyps (Polyposis nasi, nasal polyps) are benign growths of the mucous membrane of the nose or paranasal sinuses. These changes are usually accompanied by restricted nasal breathing and can lead to secondary diseases if left untreated. However, since early diagnosis and a good … Polyps in the nose
Symptoms The severity of the symptoms caused by nasal polyps depends on the size of the polyps of the nose and where exactly they are located. In some cases, they do not cause any symptoms at all for a long period of time. At some point, however, breathing through the nose is usually made more … Symptoms | Polyps in the nose
Therapy If polyps in the nose are only slightly pronounced, drug therapy is usually sufficient to treat them successfully. Drugs are used that contain the active ingredient cortisone, which has an anti-inflammatory effect. Possible options are nasal drops or sprays, which have the advantage that they really only have a local effect, but only develop … Therapy | Polyps in the nose
History In principle, polyps of the nose take a benign course. In about 90% of the patients, the symptoms are initially eliminated or at least significantly improved by surgery.Unfortunately, polyps of the nose and paranasal sinuses tend to occur again and again (recurrences). Therefore, a consistent follow-up treatment is absolutely necessary, which includes the use … History | Polyps in the nose
Synonym Otalgia Symptoms Patients often complain of pulling pain in the ear, described as very unpleasant (earache). Dull, oppressive pain is also often described. In addition, many patients also complain about hearing disorders (dull hearing) in one or both ears. Often the ear pain is accompanied by a limited general condition and fever. At times, … Symptoms of earache
Introduction Everyone knows the typical symptoms of a cold: the nose runs, the throat scratches and the head hums. But it can also cause back pain. Unfortunately, this is not unusual and, given the high number of colds in Germany, it affects some patients. The back pain is often located in the lower back area … Cold and back pain
Other accompanying symptoms A cold with back pain can cause a whole range of other symptoms. Of course, any of the typical cold symptoms can occur, including Cold, sore throat, hoarseness, headache, feeling sick and in the late course often cough. A real fever above 38.5°C is rather rare for a simple cold, so a … Other accompanying symptoms | Cold and back pain
The Therapy If you have a cold with back pain, the two diseases must be treated separately. The cold itself should be clarified by a doctor if it does not improve over several days or if there is a high fever. Uncomplicated back pain, i.e. back pain without a serious cause, usually improves with exercise. … The Therapy | Cold and back pain
The duration Both a cold and back pain should not last longer than a week. If the symptoms have not disappeared after a week, they should at least have greatly improved. If the cold or back pain persists for a longer period of time or does not improve or even worsens in the course of … The duration | Cold and back pain
There are a large number of diseases that can manifest themselves in the throat and mouth. There are also many different causes, whereby infections with bacteria, viruses or fungi in particular lead to complaints in the mouth and throat area. In addition to inflammations, changes in the tissues are also among the possible diseases of … Diseases of the neck and mouth
Common symptoms in the neck and mouth area Sore throat is one of the most common diseases of the throat that leads patients to consult a family doctor. There can be various causes for the development of sore throats. In most cases, sore throat is the symptom of an upper respiratory tract infection. For this … Common symptoms in the neck and mouth area | Diseases of the neck and mouth
Definition Suddenly standing up from a sitting or lying position may cause dizziness or blackness. This is due to a temporary reduction in the blood flow to the brain caused by the blood sinking into the veins of the legs and the resulting drop in blood pressure. One can distinguish different types of dizziness, among … Dizziness when getting up
