Yersiniosis: Drug Therapy

Therapeutic targets Rehydration (fluid balance). Elimination of pathogens Avoidance of complications Therapy recommendations Antibiotics should be avoided. As a rule, the course is self-limiting, i.e., ending without external influences. Antibiosis (ciprofloxacin (fluoroquinolones), first-line agent; doxycycline, if necessary) is recommended only for the following indication: Severe courses with impending sepsis. Symptomatic therapy including fluid replacement – … Yersiniosis: Drug Therapy

Shoulder Lesions: Consequential Diseases

The following are the most important diseases or complications that may be contributed to by shoulder lesions: Musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99). Chronic limitation of movement Chronic shoulder pain Cervicobrachial syndrome (synonym: shoulder-arm syndrome) – pain in the neck, shoulder girdle, and upper extremities. The cause is often the compression or irritation of spinal … Shoulder Lesions: Consequential Diseases

Shoulder Lesions: Prevention

To prevent shoulder lesions, attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors. Behavioral risk factors High-risk sports such as throwing sports Medication Steroids are suspected (studies show low evidence for this).

Nearsightedness: Medical History

Medical history (history of the patient) is an important component in the diagnosis of myopia (nearsightedness). Family History Is there a history of frequent eye disease in your family? Social anamnesis Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). Do you have difficulty seeing objects that are in the distance in focus? How long has … Nearsightedness: Medical History

Cervical Insufficiency: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of cervical insufficiency (cervical weakness). Family history To date, the only known genetic familial cause is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. It is a very rare, heterogeneous group of congenital disorders of collagen synthesis. Organs with connective tissue-rich structures, for example, also the cervix uteri (cervix) … Cervical Insufficiency: Medical History

Caries: Tooth Decay

Dental caries (colloquially tooth decay) (synonyms: caries; dental caries; enamel caries; cementum caries; dental caries; tooth decay; ICD-10-GM K02.-: Dental caries) is a progressive (advancing), gradual destruction of the various tooth hard tissues. It is one of the most widespread bacterial infectious diseases worldwide. Caries has been recorded in Egyptian mummies, in ancient Greeks and … Caries: Tooth Decay

Hemolytic Anemia: Causes

Pathogenesis (disease development) Hemolytic anemia is caused by premature and increased breakdown of erythrocytes (red blood cells). In this process, due to a wide variety of causes (see below), increased breakdown occurs in the spleen, and later in the liver and bone marrow. If these degradation sites are also overloaded, intravascular (within a vessel) hemolysis … Hemolytic Anemia: Causes

Aphthe: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate an aphtae: Main symptoms Milky to yellowish spots on the oral mucosa surrounded by a red halo; they are usually roundish or oval and usually no larger than a lens Secondary symptoms – major type (see below). Hypersalivation (synonyms: sialorrhea, sialorrhea or ptyalism) – increased salivation. Halitosis (bad … Aphthe: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Creatinine: Uses, Effects, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions, Risks

Creatinine (creatinine) is a metabolic product that is excreted in the urine (urinary). The laboratory parameter belongs to the renal retention parameters. It is used to assess the performance of the kidneys. An increase indicates impaired kidney function, as the substance is retained in the body (retention). Creatinine is formed in muscle tissue from creatine. … Creatinine: Uses, Effects, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions, Risks

Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: Nutritional Therapy

As a result of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, there is inadequate neutralization of stomach contents entering the small intestine, leading to impaired digestion and absorption (uptake) of nutrients and vital substances. As a result, affected individuals often suffer from vital substance deficiency symptoms. Osmotic products of incomplete food breakdown enter the intestines and cause diarrhea (diarrhea). Constant … Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: Nutritional Therapy