Kidney Values: Understanding Laboratory Values

What are kidney values? Kidney values are laboratory parameters that allow conclusions to be drawn about kidney function. The doctor very often determines the following kidney values: Other blood values that provide information about kidney function are electrolytes, phosphate and blood gases. Urine values are also determined: pH value Protein blood ketones Sugar (glucose) Leukocytes … Kidney Values: Understanding Laboratory Values

The Ear: What Our Hearing Can do

The philosopher Immanuel Kant is reputed to have said, “Not being able to see separates from things. Not being able to hear separates from man.” He valued hearing as a social sense, perhaps more important than sight. Our modern world is very much dominated by visual stimuli. Therefore, the importance of hearing and also the … The Ear: What Our Hearing Can do

Depression and suicide

Introduction In a depression, the affected person is usually excessively depressed, depressed and joyless. Some people also feel a so-called “emptiness”. In the absence of a positive self-assessment, people with depression can also meet other people unlovingly. A feeling of guilt or worthlessness can rob them of any hope. They appear tired and lacking in … Depression and suicide

Fremdelphase: on the Safe Side

Acquaintances are suddenly eyed suspiciously or rejected, only dad and mom can comfort. What role strangeness plays and how best to deal with it. Sabine’s grandmother bends over her grandchild, who is playing peacefully on the carpet. But as soon as she gets closer, the peace is over. Sabine’s eyes look fearful, her face contorts … Fremdelphase: on the Safe Side

What do I do with the desire for sexuality? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?

What do I do with the desire for sexuality? Loss of libido is a symptom of depression and can also be a side effect of antidepressant medication. In a depressive episode, sexual activity usually has little priority for the person concerned. Of course, the relationship with the partner suffers from this. The situation becomes particularly … What do I do with the desire for sexuality? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?

How do I deal with accusations? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?

How do I deal with accusations? Accusations of not being taken seriously or understood are often heard as a member of a depressed person’s family, even if you make an effort to help your partner. The same applies here as for the aggressions described above: Keep calm, do not take it personally and talk about … How do I deal with accusations? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?

What is the best way to behave when my partner is aggressive? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?

What is the best way to behave when my partner is aggressive? Here too, understanding is essential. Those who carry such a vice on their shoulders, as depressive patients do, are understandably more easily irritated and react with aggression, especially when they do not understand their situation. Of course, these are not justified for the … What is the best way to behave when my partner is aggressive? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?

What do I do if my partner withdraws during depression? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?

What do I do if my partner withdraws during depression? Depression gives the affected person the feeling of being overwhelmed by worries and problems and not being able to do anything about it. This results in a lack of motivation and drive and often also in social withdrawal. If the person allows it, a distraction … What do I do if my partner withdraws during depression? | My partner has depression- What is the best way to help?