preventive care

Tendon Calcification (Tendinosis Calcarea): Drug Therapy

Therapeutic targets Reduction of pain Increase in the ability to move Therapy recommendations Anti-inflammatory drugs (drugs that inhibit inflammatory processes; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, NSAIDs), e.g. acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), ibuprofen. If necessary, injection of local anesthetics (local anesthesia) and / or steroids (glucocorticoids) under the acromion (subacromial infiltration). See also under “Further therapy“. Further notes The … Tendon Calcification (Tendinosis Calcarea): Drug Therapy

Tendon Calcification (Tendinosis Calcarea): Diagnostic Tests

Obligatory medical device diagnostics. Radiograph of the affected tendon or region, in two planes – to localize the calcific deposit and to assess its extent. Sonography (ultrasound examination) of the affected tendon or affected region – to localize the calcific deposit and to assess the extent. Optional medical device diagnostics – depending on the results … Tendon Calcification (Tendinosis Calcarea): Diagnostic Tests

Tendon Calcification (Tendinosis Calcarea): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate tendinitis calcarea (tendonosis): Restricted movement Rubor (redness) Pain Tumor (swelling) The following symptoms and complaints may indicate tendinitis calcarea in the shoulder (calcific shoulder): Pseudoparalysis (inability to move the arm) – especially in the resorption phase, see “Etiology/causes” below. Painful arc (“painful arc”) – In this case, pain … Tendon Calcification (Tendinosis Calcarea): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Social Contacts: Needed for Good Health

It is known from scientific studies that people who are separated or divorced are more likely to suffer from depression. In fact, the lonelier a person is, the higher his or her mortality risk (risk of death), because social isolation has a comparable negative effect on health as the risk factors of smoking, obesity and … Social Contacts: Needed for Good Health

Disorders of Consciousness: Somnolence, Sopor and Coma: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of disorders of consciousness* . Family History Are there any disorders in your family that are common? Social history Is there any evidence of psychosocial stress or strain due to your family situation? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints) [third-party history, … Disorders of Consciousness: Somnolence, Sopor and Coma: Medical History

Heartburn (Pyrosis): Prevention

To prevent pyrosis (heartburn), attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors. Behavioral risk factors Diet Malnutrition: Large, high-fat meals Drinks rich in sugar such as cocoa or too much sweets (especially chocolate). Hot spices Fruit juices (eg citrus juices / orange juice) with a lot of fruit acids. Peppermint tea and peppermint lozenges … Heartburn (Pyrosis): Prevention

Sport during Pregnancy

Before or during pregnancy, every woman asks herself which activities and ways of spending her free time represent a source of danger for the unborn child (fetus). There is often uncertainty as to whether it is acceptable to engage in sports during pregnancy. Moreover, for many women it is uncertain how much and, above all, … Sport during Pregnancy

Mouth Ulcer: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of oral ulcer. Family history What is the general health of your family members? Are there any diseases in your family that are common? Social history What is your profession? Are you exposed to harmful working substances in your profession? Current medical history/systemic … Mouth Ulcer: Medical History

Fatty Liver (Steatosis Hepatis): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Congenital malformations, deformities, and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99). Abetalipoproteinemia (synonym: homozygous familial hypobetalipoproteinemia, ABL/HoFHBL) – genetic disorder with autosomal recessive inheritance; severe form of familial hypobetalipoproteinemia characterized by deficiency of apolipoprotein B48 and B100; defect in the formation of chylomicrons leading to fat digestion disorders in children, resulting in malabsorption (disorder of food absorption). Endocrine, nutritional … Fatty Liver (Steatosis Hepatis): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Mouth Ulcer: Examination

A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body weight, height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin and mucous membranes [ulcer (ulcer)?, ulcers (ulcers)?, mucosal pallor] Palpation (palpation) of the abdomen (abdomen) (tenderness?, knocking pain?, coughing pain?, defensive tension?, hernial orifices?, kidney bearing knocking pain?) … Mouth Ulcer: Examination

Fatty Liver (Steatosis Hepatis): Drug Therapy

Therapeutic targets Reduction of insulin resistance (decreased or abolished action of the hormone insulin) with decreased cardiovascular end-organ damage. Prevention of progression (progression) to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and/or hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). In proven NASH, to prevent progressive fibrosis with development of cirrhosis (irreversible (non-reversible) damage to the liver and marked remodeling of liver tissue) and … Fatty Liver (Steatosis Hepatis): Drug Therapy

Premenstrual Syndrome: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Psyche – Nervous System (F00-F99; G00-G99). Depression Migraine Genitourinary system (kidneys, urinary tract – sex organs) (N00-N99) Endometriosis – benign but painful proliferation of endometrium outside the uterine cavity. Further Adhesions (adhesions) after abdominal surgery.