Endocrinologists care for patients with the following conditions, among others: Thyroid disorders (such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism) Addison’s disease (a disease of the adrenal cortex) Cushing’s syndrome Functional disorders of the sex glands (ovaries, testicles) Diabetes mellitus Obesity (adiposity) osteoporosis Fat metabolism disorders (such as increased cholesterol levels) Benign and malignant hormone-producing tumors Important examination … Endocrinology
Passionflower (Latin Passiflora) is a climbing plant native to the warmer regions of the Americas. The species Passiflora incarnata is used as a medicinal plant, and its leaves and stems are drunk as a tea. The plant is effective against nervous restlessness, tension and irritability, anxiety and some other ailments. Occurrence and cultivation of passionflower … Passion Flower: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Popliteal entrapment syndrome is referred to when the popliteal artery is jammed in the popliteal fossa. In most cases, hypertrophy of the gastrocnemius muscle is responsible for compression of the artery. The treatment of choice is surgical decompression of the jammed blood vessel. What is popliteal entrapment syndrome? The popliteal artery is the medical term … Popliteal Entrapment Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Epiphyseolysis capitis femoris is the name given to an orthopedic condition affecting the hip. It is also known as juvenile femoral head dislocation. What is epiphyseolysis capitis femoris? Epiphyseolysis capitis femoris (ECF) involves detachment and slippage of the femoral neck head within the femoral neck growth plate. Because the condition always presents in childhood, it … Epiphysis Capitis Femoris: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
There are people who cannot be clearly assigned to any gender. They carry characteristics of both sexes and fall under the term intersexuality. In Greek mythology, they were called hermaphrodites. What is intersexuality? The term intersexuality stands for a constellation in which physical predispositions for both sexes are found in people and therefore they cannot … Intersexuality: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Child screening examinations are used for the early detection of diseases and developmental disorders in newborns, infants, children and adolescents. There are different regulations for their mandatory nature in the individual federal states. However, Section 26 of the Fifth Book of the German Social Code (SGB) (§ 26 SGB V) is the general legal basis … Pediatric Screenings: Treatment, Effects & Risks
Some people suffer from a sudden sadness and melancholy after the sexual experience. Mainly women are affected by these emotions, but there are also some men who have this experience of post-coital dysphoria. Everything proceeds normally, the orgasm is great, but instead of relaxation and satisfaction, a feeling of emptiness follows. What is post-coital dysphoria? … Postcoital Dysphoria: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Histiocytosis X is a histiocytosis. The so-called Langerhans cells, which belong to the dendritic cells, are affected. Usually, the disease is benign, although some severe courses with fatal outcome are possible, especially in young children. What is histiocytosis X? Histiocytosis X is a tumor-like disease in which Langerhans cells increase in number in the form … Histiocytosis X: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Epidermal nevus is a malformation of the skin that originates from melanocytes. The abnormality is benign and is also known as a birthmark. Excision may be performed if cosmetic impairment occurs. What is an epidermal nevus? Nevus are circumscribed skin and mucosal malformations of a benign nature and usually originate from pigment-producing melanocytes. Brownish-stained nevi … Epidermal Nevus: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The Latin technical term pubertas praecox translates as “premature puberty”. This refers to the onset of puberty before the age of eight (in girls), and in boys, the onset of puberty before the age of nine. What is pubertas praecox? Pubertas praecox is diagnosed when the development of secondary sexual characteristics, such as a breast … Pubertas Praecox: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Epulis is the name given to a benign gum tumor. It belongs to the dental granulomas. What is an epulis? An epulis refers to a nodular, isolated growth that grows on the gums and is benign in nature. Epulides are tissue growths that dentists also call granulomas. The name epulis comes from the Greek and … Epulis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Meadow sage (Salvia pratensis) belongs to the labiates family. It has a similar effect to the related garden sage, but its effect is much milder. Occurrence and cultivation of the meadow sage Meadow sage likes calcareous and nutrient-rich soils. It is found in Europe and more rarely in Asia Minor. Meadow sage is a perennial … Meadow Sage: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits