Rose Lichen (Pityriasis Rosea): Causes

Pathogenesis (disease development) The pathogenesis is not clear. Etiology (causes) Several theories are currently being discussed, including a suspected association with the herpes virus. In addition, other skin diseases such as atopy, acne (e.g., acne vulgaris), or seborrheic dermatitis are thought to possibly play a role.

Burns: Medical History

The medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of burns. Family history Social history What is your occupation? Are you exposed to harmful working substances in your profession? Current medical history/systemic medical history (somatic and psychological complaints). Where are the skin lesions localized? How did the burns occur? Vegetative … Burns: Medical History

Malaria: Therapy

General measures Observance of the general hygiene measures! In the occurrence of fever: Bed rest and physical rest (even with only a slight fever). Fever below 38.5 °C does not necessarily need to be treated! (Exceptions: Children prone to febrile convulsions; old, weakened people; patients with a weakened immune system). For fever from 39 ° … Malaria: Therapy

Wrist Pain: Test and Diagnosis

2nd-order laboratory parameters – depending on the results of the history, physical examination, and obligatory laboratory parameters – for differential diagnostic clarification. Inflammatory parameters – CRP (C-reactive protein). Uric acid If necessary, rheumatism diagnostics (see at the corresponding clinical picture).

Alanine: Food

Intake recommendations of the German Nutrition Society (DGE) are not yet available for alanine. Alanine content – given in mg – per 100 g of food. Cereals, cereal products Grapes 30 Pork, 1.540 White bread 240 Peaches 39 Kassel Rye bread 300 Lemons 41 Beef tenderloin 1.620 Whole-grain rye bread 320 Tangerines 43 Beef steak … Alanine: Food

Asparagine: Functions

The following are the effects of asparagine on humans that are considered certain based on relevant literature. Asparagine Is a building block for structural and functional proteins in the body. Is starting substance for the formation of non-essential amino acids. Provides a basic framework for the synthesis of glucose. Is a precursor of the neurotransmitter … Asparagine: Functions

Flavonols

Flavonols belong to the class of flavonoids. Flavonols are yellow to colorless plant pigments that have antioxidant effects. In the form of glycosides, flavonols occur in the marginal layers of plants. They are found mainly in onions, berries, apples, broccoli, kale, tea and red wine. Like flavones, flavonols consist of a flavone backbone (2 benzene … Flavonols

Perthes Disease: Complications

The following are the most important diseases or complications that may be contributed to by Perthes disease: Musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99). Secondary coxarthrosis (hip joint arthrosis).

Magnesium: Symptoms of Deficiency

Severe magnesium deficiency is extremely rare. The first sign of a deficiency is a serum magnesium level below normal – called hypomagnesemia (magnesium deficiency). Over time, the serum calcium level also begins to drop, even though PTH (parathyroid hormone) rises to compensate for the loss and even though sufficient calcium is ingested with food. Normally, … Magnesium: Symptoms of Deficiency

Methionine: Functions

Methionine plays the role in metabolism as a supplier of methyl groups (CH3), which are required for essential biosyntheses. To perform this function, the essential amino acid must first be activated with ATP (adenosine triphosphate). The reaction steps of methionine activation are catalyzed by methionine adenosyl transferase. As a result of the cleavage of triphosphate, … Methionine: Functions

Echinococcosis: Complications

Consequential diseases or complications of alveolar echinococcosis (AE) In 99% of all cases, the liver is the primary target organ, where the six-hooked larva (oncosphere) undergoes metamorphosis to become a metacestode. Infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). Secondary involvement of other organs, such as brain, lungs, peritoneum (peritoneal cavity) (metastasis outside the liver: affects approximately one-third … Echinococcosis: Complications

Shoulder Dislocation: Surgical Therapy

Depending on the exact nature of the shoulder lesion, surgical therapy must be used. The following techniques are available depending on the exact nature of the lesion: Arthroscopic/open rotator cuff suture for partial or small complete ruptures. Open rotator cuff suture with/without acromioplasty (open or endoscopic straightening of the (pathologically) concave lower surface of the … Shoulder Dislocation: Surgical Therapy