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Epstein-Barr virus symptoms, treatment According to statistics, 90% of people over the age of 40 have the Epstein-Barr virus in their bodies. Most develop immunity to the virus, but in some cases special treatment (especially supportive) should be carried out. The symptoms of the Epstein-Barr virus

The lifestyle of a modern person has become a significant cause of many diseases. According to statistics, more than 75% of the adult population of Ukraine suffer from spinal diseases, the most common of which are herniated discs, protrusions, and compression of nerve roots. Physical inactivity, sed

Acute and chronic appendicitis - treatment Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix (worm-like process of the intestine), which can occur in acute and chronic forms. In case of acute appendicitis, surgery is the main recommendation - treatment is carried out by surgical intervention. The chro

The technique of expressing breast milk by hand - tips for a young mother The question of expressing breast milk in a bottle after feeding is relevant today. Some experts are convinced of the necessity of this process, some are against it. In what cases is it recommended to express milk: with st

Symptoms of uterine endometriosis in women, causes, features of the course, methods of treatment What is endometriosis, it can be explained in an accessible language as follows: a pathological process without the formation of tumors, the characteristic feature of which is the growth and migration of

From what age can children fly on an airplane Can children fly on an airplane and at what age? - a question that worries young parents, especially in the warm season. In this article you will find the answer to this and other questions, as well as recommendations from a pediatrician and advice from

Possible causes of back pain, treatment Severe pain between the shoulder blades, in the lumbar or sacral spine is a real problem of the 21st century. Thus, according to the official world statistics of the World Health Organization (WHO), pain syndrome that occurs in the lumbar region of the back

Recommendations for a patient who is scheduled to undergo sclerotherapy Please read this sheet very carefully. If you have any doubts or questions, ask your doctor. It is important to strictly follow the instructions before and after treatment. Patients with varicose veins of the lower extremities

Etiology and symptoms of urolithiasis, treatment Urolithiasis (or urolithiasis) is a disease associated with metabolic disorders. A variety of factors can provoke the appearance of stones in one of the departments of the urinary tract - a chronic form of inflammatory processes in this department of

Grandmothers used to make us drunk with potassium permanganate in case of poisoning. As if it will kill the infection from the inside. But it must be remembered that potassium permanganate is a cluster of microcrystals. It is they, dissolving in water, that give it a pink color. The more crystals,

Peyronie's disease - causes, symptoms, treatment The thickening of the penis, the growth of its fibrous tissue and, as a result, the curvature of the penis is Peyronie's disease, which is diagnosed in men, as a rule, after the age of 40. Pathology leads to problems with potency - erection becomes pa

Conservative and surgical treatment of amblyopia Amblyopia ("lazy eye") – decrease in visual acuity of a functional nature. The cause of the disease – the brain does not perceive the image coming from the weak eye. Without timely diagnosis and treatment of this pathology, the child's vi

Functional dyspepsia - features of symptoms, diagnosis and treatment Functional dyspepsia is a pathology that manifests itself in various disorders of the digestive system, while there is no real damage to its organs. In modern gastroenterology, there is an opinion that the syndrome is associated wi

What to do if water gets into the ear Getting water into the ear is an unpleasant situation that needs to be corrected immediately. With untimely help, water can cause serious inflammatory and infectious (with damage to the eardrum) diseases. In any case, everyone should know what to do if water ge

Treatment of bronchitis in adults and children Bronchitis is an inflammatory disease of the bronchi caused by bacteria and viruses. Depending on the clinical symptoms, bronchitis can be acute or chronic. Experts distinguish another form of the disease - obstructive bronchitis. It requires particular

First aid for kidney ring Renal colic is not an independent disease - it is a syndrome that indicates the development of some pathology in the urinary tract. The main manifestation of the syndrome is acute pain that disturbs a person's peace of mind, making even the simplest movements almost impossi

Reflexotherapy treatment: indications and contraindications, basics of the procedure Reflexotherapy is an effect on the active points of the human body. A similar procedure can be used for therapeutic and preventive purposes. Special needles, low-voltage electric current and laser beams are used

Thrombocytopenia - causes, symptoms and treatment A pathological reduction of platelets in the blood is called thrombocytopenia. It can be an independent disease or a symptom of another pathology. It is desirable to know the symptoms of thrombocytopenia in adults and children in order to respond to