Articles on therapy

Anemia: causes and consequences of low hemoglobin Anemia is a blood disease caused by insufficient intake of some microelements in the body. The most common type of this pathology is iron deficiency anemia, which is associated with a lack of iron in the body. According to statistics, it is more ofte

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

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

Symptoms and treatment of chapped lips in adults and children The folk name of angulite is zaida. The disease is characterized by cracks in the corners of the mouth, erosion and irritation. In some cases, slight bleeding may occur. Common causes of clogging in the corners of the mouth: infection, ir

Treatment of laryngitis in adults and children Laryngitis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx, most often caused by viruses. Acute laryngitis is accompanied by swelling of the vocal cords, while the gap between them narrows. This leads to dysphonia (hoarseness) and/or aphonia (lo

Symptoms and treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia The restless 21st century provokes a large number of diseases "from nerves". Therefore, patients are often interested in the question of the symptoms and treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia (VSD), which belongs to this group of diseases.

Prevention of food poisoning in adults and children Food poisoning is a disease that occurs as a result of eating poor-quality food. Common symptoms of food poisoning in adults are inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and general intoxication. This condition is often accompanied by dehydration

Treatment of constant heaviness in the stomach and preventive measures Heaviness in the stomach is an unpleasant feeling caused by improper nutrition, and is also a symptom of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Quite often, the main cause of heaviness in the stomach after eating is the intake o

What to do if you have lost your voice - doctor's advice What to do if the voice is lost or hoarse? This symptom may not mean anything, but sometimes it is a sign of serious diseases. Causes of voice loss The voice may not disappear completely (this is called dysphonia), more often we encounter hoa

In Ukraine and most developed countries, diseases of the heart and blood vessels are the main cause of premature death. Each year, strokes and heart attacks take the lives of more than twelve million people. Only by changing your lifestyle, you can achieve an effect comparable to diagnosis and treat

What to do with high blood cholesterol - doctor's recommendations Cholesterol is an organic steroid that takes part in many biological processes of the body. Cholesterol is necessary for the full functioning of the digestive system, hematopoiesis, respiration, etc. In addition, it is an important co

Causes, symptoms, treatment of bradycardia. What is sinus bradycardia Bradycardia is the frequency of heart contractions less than 60 beats per minute. Causes, signs, treatment of bradycardia in adolescents and adults, preventive measures - these and other issues are within the competence of a cardi

Eclampsia in pregnant women - causes, symptoms, methods of treatment Preeclampsia is a serious complication of pregnancy that occurs in every fourth woman. According to the degree of severity, they distinguish: mild, moderate, severe preeclampsia, preeclampsia and eclampsia. Eclampsia in pregnant wo

Onycholysis, or peeling of the nail. Causes and treatment of onycholysis Onycholysis is the separation of the nail plate from the soft tissues of the finger phalanx on which the plate rests. Despite the fact that the problem seems trivial, finding out the reasons that caused the nail to detach from

Tetanus vaccination for children: why vaccination is necessary Tetanus is an acute infectious disease caused by the anaerobic bacterium Clostridium tetani, which is usually found in soil, dust, and manure. Spores of the pathogen, as a rule, enter the body through a wound. Tetanus bacillus produces t

Even babies can take tests at home Taking tests at home is not a luxury, but a necessity dictated by the modern rhythm of life. Time constraints, long queues, tight schedule and the physical impossibility of the patient to reach the district polyclinic are obstacles that can arise for everyone. Cons

Diphtheria and vaccination against it Diphtheria is a dangerous infectious disease, the only way to prevent it is vaccination. For many, vaccination against diphtheria is something scary and dangerous, but in fact it is part of the mandatory disease prevention program. Doctors do not give a full gua

Clinical manifestations and causes of heartburn Heartburn – a burning sensation (discomfort) in the epigastric region. Baking soda from heartburn will be a quick way to neutralize the manifestation. Such "treatment" is allowed only in extreme cases. In general, heartburn therapy requires a comprehen