They grow all over the body, are cut, styled, removed, loved and hated: Hair. Yet hair has a not-so-unimportant function to perform. Since hair is perceived as unattractive on most parts of the body, it is often subject to the common fashion dictates. What is hair? Schematic diagram showing the anatomy and structure of human … Hair: Structure, Function & Diseases
Athlete’s foot or tinea pedis is one of the most common human diseases. It is a contagious fungal infection that, as the name suggests, occurs on the feet. The risk of athlete’s foot disease increases when the skin is already somewhat softened by water, sweat or other fluids. Athletes and people who do not rub … Athletes Foot: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Epidermophyton floccosum is a species of fungus in the subgroup Eurotiomycetidae and the class Eurotiomycetes, classified in the Onygenales and below that in the fungal family Arthrodermataceae and genus Epidermophytes. The fungus is a dermatophyte and thus a possible causative agent of dermatophytosis. The infection is pathogenic to humans and manifests as skin and nail … Epidermophyton Floccosum: Infection, Transmission & Diseases
Keratins are special substances. They are found in human and also in animal organisms. The name “keratin” comes from the Greek and means “horn”. Therefore, the amino acids important for the body are also called horn cells. What are keratins? The umbrella term “keratins” covers various hydrophobic fibrous proteins that are the main component of … Keratins: Function & Diseases
Tooth decay is the most common cause of toothache, especially in children. Since fluoride participates in the build-up of natural tooth enamel, additional fluoride supply is often resorted to in caries prophylaxis. This is also known as fluoridation. However, it is not without controversy. What is fluoridation? Since fluoride participates in the buildup of natural … Fluoridation: Treatment, Effects & Risks
A hip replacement is an artificial hip joint. It is used to replace a worn-out joint. What is a hip replacement? The use of an artificial hip joint may be necessary when the original joint is so worn out that it causes the affected person constant severe pain. A hip prosthesis is also called a … Hip Replacement: Applications & Health Benefits
Toenails are located at the tips of the toes. They are made of callus and protect the toes from mechanical impact. A number of diseases can be identified by the condition of the toenails. However, they can also be affected by nail disease. What are toenails? Toenails are skin-colored, flat structures. They are located on … Toenails: Structure, Function & Diseases
Of course you brush and comb your hair every day, of course you brush your teeth regularly and pay attention to the care of your skin. You would be rightly indignant if someone asked you about the thoroughness of your daily body care. But do you also think about your feet? Well, you often take … Medical Foot Care: Treatment, Effect & Risks
As natural as the care of the hair, the face and the hands has become for most people today, the foot more or less hidden by stocking and shoe is still criminally neglected in contrast. Yet our foot has to bear the entire weight of the body, and moreover, a variety of demands are placed … Foot Care against Corns and Calluses: Treatment, Effect & Risks
The toes are the end sections of the foot. Normally, each foot has five toes. They support the walking movement. What are toes? They are the terminal members of the human foot. The term toe is called Digitus pedis in Latin which translates to “fingers of the foot”. A human usually has ten toes, making … Toes: Structure, Function & Diseases
Introduction The nails (Ungues) at fingers and toes are mechanical protection devices and fulfill important tasks of the tactile function by forming an abutment to the finger and/or toe ball. A single nail consists of nail plate, nail wall and nail bed. The nail plate is a horny plate with a thickness of approximately 0.5 … Toenails
Changes of the toenails Toe nails and also the fingernails are always of a pale pink to transparent color and firm contour when in good health. They can therefore serve as indicators of deficiency symptoms and diseases. For example, if the toenails and fingernails are brittle, this may be an indication of a deficiency of … Changes of the toenails | Toenails
