General measures Nicotine restriction (refraining from tobacco use). Limited alcohol consumption (men: max. 25 g alcohol per day; women: max. 12 g alcohol per day). Limited caffeine consumption (max 240 mg of caffeine per day; equivalent to 2 to 3 cups of coffee or 4 to 6 cups of green/black tea). Aim for normal weight! … Osteosarcoma: Therapy Options
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC; primary hepatocellular carcinoma) – colloquially called liver cancer – (synonyms: Malignant neoplasm of the liver; Malignant neoplasm of the intrahepatic bile duct; Malignant neoplasm of the intralobular bile duct; Carcinoma hepatis; Carcinoma hepatocellulare; Carcinoma hepatocholangiocellulare; Hepatocarcinoma; Hepatoma; Hepatocellular carcinoma; Klatskin tumor; Liver carcinoma; Liver sarcoma; Liver teratoma; Malignant hepatoma; ICD-10-GM C22. 0: … Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma)
Laboratory parameters of the 1st order – obligatory laboratory tests. Small blood count* Differential blood count* – to assess leukocyte (white blood cell) composition [neutrophil granulocytes: > 4,090/µl → indicating bacterial infection]. Inflammatory parameters – CRP (C-reactive protein) or PCT (procalcitonin) if sepsis is suspected or ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) [PCT ≥ 1.71 ng/ml → … Fever: Lab Test
The following symptoms and complaints may occur along with fever: Leading symptoms Vasoconstriction (vasoconstriction) in the hands and feet. Freezing Muscle tremor Sweating (hot, very red skin, glassy eyes in high fever). Vasodilation (vasodilatation) Associated symptoms General feeling of illness Anorexia (loss of appetite) Headache* Pain in the limbs* Febrile convulsions especially in infants and … Fever: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body temperature, body weight, body height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin, mucous membranes and throat Auscultation (listening) of the heart. Examination of the lungs Auscultation (listening) of the lungs [bds. midbreath rales (RG’s)/wet RG’s]. Bronchophony (checking … Bronchitis: Examination
A deficiency symptom may indicate that there is an insufficient supply of vital nutrients (micronutrients). The complaint bronchitis indicates a deficiency of vital nutrients for: Vitamin A The above vital substance recommendations were created with the help of medical experts. All statements are supported by scientific studies with high levels of evidence. For a therapy … Bronchitis: Micronutrient Therapy
Bronchiectasis refers to irreversible (irreversible) pathologic (pathological) dilatations (enlargements) of the bronchi (synonyms: Bronchiectasis; bronchial dilatation; ICD-10-GM J47: bronchiectasis) that are preceded by damage to the bronchial walls from repeated inflammation (inflammation) and disruption of the drainage of bronchial secretions. “Ectasis” comes from the Greek and translates as “expansion.” The expansions can be saccular, spindle-shaped, … Bronchiectasis: Signs and Diagnosis
Tuberculosis (TB; Tbc) – colloquially called consumption – (synonyms: Koch’s disease; Tb; Tbc; tuberculosis; ICD-10 A15.-: Tuberculosis of the respiratory organs, bacteriologically, molecularly or histologically confirmed) is an infectious disease caused by the pathogens of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex. The Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex includes Mycobacterium tuberculosis, M. africanum, M. bovis, M. microti, M. canetti, and … Tuberculosis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
The medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of chronic pain. Family history What is the general health of your family members? Social history What is your profession? Is there any evidence of psychosocial stress or strain due to your family situation? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). … Chronic Pain: Medical History
Injuries, poisonings, and other sequelae of external causes (S00-T98). Rib contusion (rib contusion).
Therapeutic targets Relief of pain Stabilization of bone sections at risk of fracture Prevention or improvement of existing neurological deficits in bone tumors in the skull or vertebrae. Reduction of tumor size – preoperatively (before surgery) by radiotherapy (radiotherapy) or chemotherapy (neoadjuvant chemotherapy). Removal of the tumor – see “Surgical therapy“. Healing Therapy recommendations Therapy … Bone Tumors: Drug Therapy
Medical history (history of illness) is an important component in the diagnosis of anal venous thrombosis. Family history Social history What is your occupation? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). What complaints have you noticed? Did the discomfort occur within minutes to hours? How long have the complaints existed? Have you palpated a … Anal Vein Thrombosis: Medical History
