There are moderate interactions between silymarin and drugs that are metabolized (metabolized) in the liver via cytochromes P450 2C9. Concomitant use of silymarin and these drugs may slow their breakdown and increase their effects and side effects. Furthermore, there are interactions between milk thistle and glucuronidated drugs. In this case, the effect of the drugs … Silymarin (Milk Thistle Fruit Extract): Interactions
Natural environmental factors with health-threatening potential. Skin exposure to ultraviolet radiation continues to increase due to the reduction of the protective ozone layer of the atmosphere and long-distance tourism. Cosmic rays from high altitude result in radiation exposure similar to that of nuclear power plant workers for aircrews and frequent flyers on long-haul flights. Artificial … Environmental Factors with Health Hazard Potential
There are numerous typical symptoms that characterize xerostomia (dry mouth), leading to a significant reduction in quality of life for those affected. The following symptoms and complaints may indicate xerostomia: Dry mucous membranes – oral mucosa is atrophic, reddened and sensitive to pain. Sticking of the tongue to the mucous membranes; tongue surface occasionally shows … Dry Mouth (Xerostomia): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs
Therapeutic target Lowering body temperature Therapy recommendations Fever in adults: Antipyretics (antipyretic drugs) from 39.0 °C and severe impairment. Fever in children: Antipyretics (antipyretic drugs, preferably acetaminophen) if: Very high fever (≥ 40 °C). Severe impairment These only very little liquid to take (per °C is to be expected with a liquid loss 10-15%) These … Fever: Drug Therapy
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of lymphogranuloma venereum. Family history Social history What is your occupation? Do you travel abroad frequently? Asia, Africa, South America? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). Have you noticed painless vesicles that ulcerate? Have you noticed purulent lymph node enlargement? Do … Lymphogranuloma Venereum: Medical History
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse,body weight, height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin and mucous membranes Extremities Gait pattern (fluid, limping) Auscultation (listening) of the heart. Auscultation of the lungs Palpation (palpation) of the painful area [pressure pain, pain on movement, pain … Nonossifying Fibroma: Examination
Chondrosarcoma is not only resistant to chemotherapy but also responds poorly to radiotherapy (radiation therapy). However, radiatio (in this case, proton therapy) may be considered in the following cases: Inoperable chondrosarcoma Chondrosarcoma was removed not far in the healthy. Thus, local tumor control can be achieved in approximately 30-50% of cases over a period of … Chondrosarcoma: Radiotherapy
Therapy target The goal of drug therapy for polyarthrosis is to relieve pain and thus improve mobility. Therapy recommendations Depending on the severity of the disease and individual problems, the following medications may be used: Analgesics (painkillers) Non-acid analgesics Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; non steroidal anti- inflammatory drugs, NSAIDs). Selective COX-2 inhibitors (coxibe). Opioid analgesics … Polyarthrosis: Drug Therapy
Refractometry is a method of ophthalmology for objective visual acuity testing (visual acuity testing). It involves determining what additional refractive power is needed to obtain a sharp image on the retina. The human eye is shaped approximately like a sphere and contains a complex optical system. In emmetropia (normal vision), the eyeball is about 24 … Visual Acuity Test: Refractometry
General measures Review of permanent medication due topossible effect on existing disease. Renunciation of drug use – Ecstasy (also XTC and others) – amphetamine derivative; collective name for a variety of phenylethylamines. Nutritional medicine Nutritional counseling based on nutritional analysis Nutritional recommendations according to a mixed diet taking into account the disease at hand. This … Sodium Deficiency (Hyponatremia): Therapy
Scrotal ultrasonography (synonyms: testicular sonography; testicular ultrasound) is a method of examining the scrotal organs testis and epididymis with ultrasound. It is considered the gold standard of imaging diagnostics of this body region. Scrotal ultrasonography is used to determine testicular volumes and to examine the testicular parenchyma (testicular tissue). Especially in the diagnosis of “acute … Testicular Ultrasound (Scrotal Sonography)
Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of achalasia. Family history Social history Current anamnesis/systemic anamnesis (somatic and psychological complaints). Do you suffer from difficulty swallowing? If yes: How long have these existed? Do these exist continuously or episodically? Do you have dysphagia only with solid food or also with … Achalasia: Medical History
