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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
Cervicitis - what is it. Symptoms, treatment Cervicitis is an inflammatory process that has developed in the cervix - in its vaginal department. Treatment of acute cervicitis and its chronic form requires time and effort. Pathology causes not only physical, but also psychological suffering, because
His bundle blockade - what you need to know about the pathology Blockage of the legs of the bundle of His is a violation of conduction by a group of cells of the conducting system of the heart in the area of the interventricular septum. Pathology is manifested by dizziness, short-term loss of cons
Causes and symptoms of diarrhea. Treatment of diarrhea with tablets Diarrhea, vomiting and fever are frequent companions of gastrointestinal disorders and some other pathological conditions. This "three" can significantly spoil the quality of life, even for a short time. Let's consider the causes of
Symptoms and treatment of migraine: the main triggers of the disease Migraines are headache attacks that are repeated and may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and increased sensitivity to light. Migraine attacks are three times more common in women than in men. Migraine headaches are experienced
Myelography - what it is and what it shows Introduction of a contrast agent into the subarachnoid canal of the spinal column and taking pictures of bones, cavities, nerve roots and other structures of the spine is called myelography in official medicine. More recently, x-ray machines were used to ca
Causes, symptoms and treatment of lymphangitis Chronic inflammation of lymphatic vessels of various sizes and locations is medically called lymphangitis. This pathology is secondary and can be acute or chronic. Treatment of lymphangitis may require hospitalization of the patient, if surgical interve
Neurorehabilitation after a stroke - features of its implementation A stroke is a severe brain injury that, even with a favorable outcome, provokes speech problems. Immediately after the attack, it is important to understand that the program of neurorehabilitation and correction of speech disorde
Decubitus ulcers in bedridden patients: stages of development and treatment Bed patients require close attention from both medical professionals and relatives. And after overcoming the acute phase of the main disease and stabilizing the patient's general well-being, the moment may come when y
Causes of vitiligo. Clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment Vitiligo is the discoloration of certain areas of the skin due to the loss of pigment in them. The disease is not a threat to health and life, it is only an aesthetic defect. But the main problem is that radical means of treating viti
Causes of vitiligo. Clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment Vitiligo is the discoloration of certain areas of the skin due to the loss of pigment in them. The disease is not a threat to health and life, it is only an aesthetic defect. But the main problem is that radical means of treating viti
Clinical signs of anorexia nervosa, treatment and consequences Anorexia nervosa refers to behavioral reactions due to which food intake suffers. Anorexia nervosa is one of the most difficult medical problems to treat, and it is a condition in which a person purposefully goes to any lengths to lose w
Intestinal infections in children and adults: symptoms and treatment Intestinal infections are a large group of pathologies, the cause of which is the penetration of pathogenic bacteria or viruses into the gastrointestinal tract. The main signs of an intestinal infection in adults and children ar
Modern diagnostic capabilities of medicine guarantee an accurate and error-free diagnosis in most cases. But there are doubtful situations that require clarification using newer and more advanced methods. MRI of internal organs undoubtedly belongs to such technologies. This technique, based on nucle
What is a spinal tap, lumbar puncture technique Lumbar (spinal) puncture is a procedure during which the doctor inserts a special needle into the spinal cord (directly into the subarachnoid space) and withdraws fluid. It is carried out for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. A clear technique of per
Why you should not drink alcohol during pregnancy and other restrictions Pregnancy is a period of time when a woman should be especially careful. Common things that seemed normal until the "interesting state" can negatively affect the growth and development of the fetus. However, there are so many m