Brief overview Symptoms: Initially often no symptoms or only nonspecific symptoms (such as persistent cough, chest pain, fatigue). Later, e.g., shortness of breath, low-grade fever, severe weight loss, bloody sputum. Main forms of lung cancer: the most common is non-small cell lung cancer (with subgroups). Less common but more aggressive is small cell bronchial carcinoma. … Lung cancer (bronchial carcinoma)
The so-called metacholine test is intended to benefit primarily suspected asthma patients for whom no diagnosis can be confirmed by other means to date. The provocation test is designed to trigger an overreaction of the lungs by inhalation of the drug substance metacholine and to confirm the diagnosis in this way. Because asthma attacks may … Methacholine Test: Treatment, Effect & Risks
In the mid-19th century, the calabar bean was used in its native West Africa to bring about divine judgments: If the suspected criminal died from the bean being offered, he was guilty of the crime; if he survived and vomited, it was taken as proof of his innocence. The seeds of the calabar bean are … Calabar Bean: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Black henbane belongs to the nightshade family. It reaches a height of growth of 30 to 80 cm. The herb occasionally grows taller than 1.5 meters. Henbane has been used to treat pain since ancient times. Occurrence and cultivation of black henbane. Henbane has been used to treat pain since ancient times. Black henbane, also … Black Henbane: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Lesser burnet (Pimpinella saxifraga) is a close relative of anise, which is popularly used as a spice in this country. Even the people of the Middle Ages appreciated the medicinal plant for its wide range of effects. They used the lesser burnet against many diseases, even against the Black Death (plague), which was raging in … Lesser Burnet: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Grindelia beautifies numerous gardens today with its yellow flowers. However, the plant, originally from America, can also be used as a remedy for a variety of ailments. Occurrence and cultivation of the Grindelia In addition to its bright yellow flowers, it is notable for its lengthwise furrowed and almost glabrous stem, which is covered with … Grindelie: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Ivy belongs to the genus Ivy and the family Araliaceae. It is an evergreen plant with very variable life forms. As a medicinal plant, it plays only a minor role today, but in November 2009 it was named medicinal plant of the year 2010. Occurrence and cultivation of the common ivy. In Central Europe, common … Common Ivy: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Peters-Plus syndrome is a very rare eye disorder in which the development of the anterior segment of the eye is disturbed. The disorder is due to a gene mutation. Treatment focuses on alleviating the resulting symptoms. Corneal transplantation is one treatment option. What is Peters plus syndrome? Peters-Plus syndrome, or Krause-Kivlin syndrome, is an eye … Peters-Plus Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) belongs to the plant family of umbelliferae (Apiaceae). Synonyms are bath herb, pleasure vine and nut herb. The name Maggi herb is also commonly used. The reason for the origin of this name is the similar taste of lovage and the well-known Maggi seasoning. The latter is a partial hydrolysate of protein … Lovage: Applications, Treatments, Health Benefits
Balneology is the science of baths. Balneological procedures take place mainly in the context of spa treatments. Respiratory diseases and skin diseases can be alleviated by balneological treatments, as well as metabolic diseases and various symptoms of nervous system diseases. What is balneology? Balneology is the science of baths. Balneological procedures take place primarily as … Balneology: Treatment, Effect & Risks
Every year, when it’s cold season again, thousands of people make the same fatal mistake: they don’t take enough time to properly cure the illness. A cold, a scratchy throat and a bit of a cough aren’t so bad after all – or are they? Anyone who acts so carelessly can assume that at some … Carry Off a Cold: This Is Why You Should Cure Yourself Properly: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Smallpox or smallpox is an extreme and highly contagious infectious disease. It is caused by viruses and transmitted by droplet infection or dust or direct contact. Typical signs are the infectious and contagious pus blisters or pustules. Smallpox, which is often fatal, should not be confused with the more harmless chickenpox in children. What is … Smallpox: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
