Insulinoma

Insulinoma is the most common hormone-producing tumor of the pancreas. It often produces not only insulin, as its name suggests, but also other hormones. In 90% of the cases it is a benign tumor. The most important symptom of insulinoma is the so-called hypoglycemia (“hypoglycemia”). These occur particularly after physical exertion or in the morning … Insulinoma

Ureter

Synonyms Medical: Ureter Urinary tract Uringang Kidney Bubble Anatomy The ureter connects the renal pelvis (Pelvis renalis), which collects urine from the kidney like a funnel, with the bladder. The ureter is an approximately 30-35 cm long tube consisting of fine muscles with a diameter of about 7 mm. It runs behind the abdominal cavity … Ureter

Cholera

Biliary diarrhoea (Greek)Cholera is a severe infectious disease, which mainly causes severe diarrhoea. The disease is triggered by Vibrio cholerae, a gram-negative bacterium that can be transmitted to humans via contaminated drinking water or food. Cholera occurs mainly in countries with inadequate hygienic conditions, especially where food, drinking water and personal hygiene are not guaranteed. … Cholera

Symptoms of internal diseases

Introduction The symptoms of internal diseases are very diverse and can affect the whole body. Therefore, it is important to have possible diagnoses from internal medicine in mind for all complaints. In the following you will find an overview of the most important symptoms of internal diseases, ordered by their organ of origin. Symptoms of … Symptoms of internal diseases

Whipple’s disease

Whipple’s disease is a very rare disease of the intestine, which often manifests itself as diarrhea, weight loss and joint inflammation. The disease occurs very rarely, but at any age. Cause Probably a certain bacterium called “Tropheryma whippelii” is responsible for this, but it is found everywhere and its transmission route is not yet known. … Whipple’s disease