Heart Muscle Diseases (Cardiomyopathies): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The primary symptom of cardiomyopathy is heart failure (cardiac insufficiency). The following other symptoms and complaints may indicate cardiomyopathy: Dilated (dilated) cardiomyopathy (DCM) Arrhythmias, especially ventricular (arrhythmias originating in the ventricles of the heart). Global heart failure (simultaneous presence of left and right heart failure). Left heart failure (heart failure), progressive (advancing), with exertional dyspnea … Heart Muscle Diseases (Cardiomyopathies): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Atrial Flutter: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of atrial flutter. Family history Do you have relatives who suffer from cardiac arrhythmias? Social history Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). How long have the complaints existed? What symptoms do you notice? Dizziness?* Palpitations (heart palpitations)?* Shortness of breath?* Unconsciousness … Atrial Flutter: Medical History

Calcium Excess (Hypercalcemia)

Hypercalcemia (calcium excess; synonyms: Hypercalcemia; hypercalcemia; hypercalcemia; hypercalcemia syndrome; ICD-10-GM E 83.5: disorders of calcium metabolism) occurs when the concentration of serum calcium in an adult rises above a value of > 2.5 mmol/l. In mild hypercalcemia, the serum calcium level is 2.7-3.0 mmol/l and in severe hypercalcemia, it is > 3.0 mmol/l. A special … Calcium Excess (Hypercalcemia)

Yellow Fever: Complications

The following are the most important diseases or complications that may be contributed to by yellow fever: Liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts – Pancreas (pancreas) (K70-K77; K80-K87). Liver dysfunction, unspecified Genitourinary system (kidneys, urinary tract – reproductive organs) (N00-N99). Renal dysfunction, unspecified

Naringenin: Functions

From experimental studies and animal studies, the following beneficial effects on human health may still be inferred. Protection against tumor diseaseStimulation of DNA repair in prostate carcinoma cells and inhibition of signaling pathways in gastric carcinoma cells have been described.Antiviral and antiparasitic activityNaringenin was shown to be effective against herpes simplex types I and II, … Naringenin: Functions

Subclinical Inflammation: Causes

Pathogenesis (disease development) (Subclinical) inflammation (“silent inflammation”) is an expression of an innate (nonspecific) immune response of the organism. Endogenous and/or exogenous stimuli (see etiology/causes below) that compromise physiologic processes are the cause of inflammation. In the course of metabolization, e.g. conjugation of polar and hydrophilic substances (e.g. glucuronization, methylation, etc.), molecules are consumed for … Subclinical Inflammation: Causes

Dislocation, Sprain and Strain of the Joints and Ligaments of Upper Ankle and Foot: Causes

Pathogenesis Dislocation describes a joint injury that results from dislocating forces. This involves severe capsular ligament tears that cause bony portions of the joint to briefly dislocate from the joint capsule. A sprain (distortion) or strain describes a closed joint injury that results in lesions of the involved ligaments due to overstretching. Etiology (causes) Biographic … Dislocation, Sprain and Strain of the Joints and Ligaments of Upper Ankle and Foot: Causes

Herpes Labialis: Therapy

General measures Observance of the general hygiene measures! Avoid direct contact with the herpes lesions. In the presence 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 … Herpes Labialis: Therapy

Intraventricular Block: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of intraventricular block. Family History Do you have relatives who suffer from cardiac arrhythmias? 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). When did the complaints first … Intraventricular Block: Medical History