Background The tear film is the outermost connection between the surface of the eye and the environment and is involved in the visual process. It moisturizes, protects and nourishes the eye. It is an aqueous gel containing water, mucins, salts, antibacterial proteins and antibodies, vitamin A, and lipids, among other substances, and is distributed over … Dry Eyes: Causes and Remedies
Unsaturated fatty acids are molecules consisting of a long, unbranched hydrocarbon chain with at least one double bond between the carbon atoms. They can largely be synthesized by the human body; in some cases, they must be ingested through the diet. Unsaturated fatty acids possess preventive effects against diseases and favorably influence complaints. What are … Unsaturated Fatty Acids: Function & Diseases
Already in the oldest cultures of the world the flax and thus also the linseed was known. The medicinal plant is found all over the world, but it is still unknown where it actually comes from. Occurrence and cultivation of flaxseed Flaxseed and flax oil were already used in ancient Greece for various ailments. Around … Flaxseed: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Symptoms Crohn’s disease manifests as inflammation that occurs primarily in the lower portion of the small intestine and in the colon. The typical course is chronically recurrent, meaning periods of quiescence are interrupted by episodes of disease. Common symptoms include: Abdominal pain (more likely on the right side) Nausea, vomiting Diarrhea, constipation Flatulence Fever Weight … Crohn’s Disease Causes and Treatment
Fish are not only delicious, they also provide the body with important nutrients, such as high-quality protein, vitamins A, B and D and minerals; especially iodine. In addition, the fatty acids in fish are good for the heart, brain and immune system because they are the good omega-3 fatty acids. What contains so many healthy … Fresh Fish does Not Smell Like Fish
Finger osteoarthritis, or finger joint arthritis, particularly affects women. Various treatments can help relieve symptoms. What is finger arthritis? Schematic diagram difference between healthy joint, arthritis and osteoarthritis. Click to enlarge. Finger osteoarthritis is wear and tear of joint cartilage that is more severe than wear and tear typical of aging. On average, finger osteoarthritis … Finger Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
IgG4-associated autoimmune diseases are a group of diseases in which the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues. The diseases are categorized as systemic diseases and can affect multiple organ systems simultaneously or sequentially. In the meantime, the administration of glucocorticoids has become common for the symptomatic treatment of these previously incurable diseases. What are … IgG4-associated Autoimmune Diseases: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Two families of salmon move through oceans and rivers – Atlantic and Pacific salmon. When salmon moves through the mind, it is most likely the Atlantic salmon – after all, it was long native to Germany and originally at home in the Elbe, Rhine and other rivers as well. From a completely different area of … Atlantic Salmon: Intolerance & Allergy
If movement restrictions with swelling in the area of the lower leg occur after a traffic accident or an accident during sports, a lower leg fracture may have occurred. Far more often, however, this injury occurs as an open fracture. Skiers and motorcyclists are very often affected. What is a lower leg fracture A lower … Lower Leg Fracture: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
ESBL infection is a disease that is difficult to treat because of the pathogens, many of which are resistant, and has become widespread in some areas. What is ESBL infection? As part of a definition of the disease known by the acronym ESBL infection, it is important to spell out the acronym. An ESBL infection … ESBL Infection: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
