Pathogenesis (disease development) Relapsing fever is an infectious disease caused by pathogens of the genus Borrelia. The following species can be distinguished: Borrelia recurrentis – causative agent of European relapsing fever, epidemic relapsing fever (lice relapsing fever; A68.0). Borrelia duttonii, Borrelia hispanica, Borrelia latyschewii, Borrelia persica, Borrelia mazottii, etc. – causative agent of tick-borne relapsing … Relapsing Fever: Causes
The following are the most important diseases or complications that can be caused by paronychia (nail bed inflammation): Skin and subcutaneous (L00-L99). Hollow hand phlegmon – diffuse inflammation of the connective tissue of the hand in the area of the palmar aponeurosis (tendon plate). Panaritium articulare – inflammation on the finger / toe spreading to … Nail Bed Inflammation (Paronychia): Complications
Therapy for myalgia (muscle pain) depends on the cause. General measures Physical activity respectively sports activity (see below). Aim for normal weight!Determination of BMI (body mass index, body mass index) or body composition by means of electrical impedance analysis and, if necessary, participation in a medically supervised weight loss program or program for underweight. For … Muscle Pain (Myalgia): Therapy
General measures Any concomitant medical conditions should be carefully monitored and treated. Blood pressure should be optimally adjusted. Blood lipids (blood fats) should be controlled and, if necessary, brought to a low level. Nicotine restriction (refrain from tobacco use). Limited alcohol consumption (men: max. 25 g alcohol per day; women: max. 12 g alcohol per … Renal Osteopathy: Therapy
Approximately 50% of rubella infections are asymptomatic (without symptoms) in children; in adolescents and adults, >30% are oligo- or asymptomatic (few or no clinical symptoms). The following symptoms and complaints may indicate postnatally acquired rubella: Leading symptoms Small-spotted macular or maculopapular exanthema (rash) that begins on the face and spreads over the body; persists for … Rubella (German Measles): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs
Prevention of ovarian cysts and other benign neoplasms of the ovary is very limited (exceptions: functional cysts, hyperstimulation syndrome, see below) because there are no known risk factors. Familial burden There are no systematic studies of familial burden in benign (benign) changes of the ovary. However, it is known that families with genetic breast carcinomas … Ovarian Cysts and Benign Overay Neoplasms: Prevention
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body temperature, body weight, body height; further: Inspection (viewing). Skin, mucous membranes and sclerae (white part of the eye) [bronze colored skin, dehydration (lack of fluids)]. Auscultation (listening) of the heart. Auscultation of the lungs … Addison’s Disease: Examination
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of fatigue. Family history What is the general health of your family members? 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). How long have you been suffering … Fatigue: Medical History
