Psychotherapy in post-stroke depressive episodes
A stroke is a sudden episode of ischaemia resulting in a number of pathological changes in the human body and functional impairment. It is an extremely dangerous event, often leading to death or...
Rejuvenation with own cells
For several years now, intensive research has been conducted in aesthetic medicine on the use of transplants of own cells to 'rejuvenate' the skin. During this year's International Congress of...
Relaxation for the skin - what treatments to do during the year?
Our skin changes with age - we all know that. However, our state of health, stress, daily life and, last but not least, our environment also have an impact on the condition of our skin. Free...
Revasectomy - what is it and how is it performed?
A surgical procedure to reverse the effects of a vasectomy (ligation of the vas deferens) is a revasectomy, which restores the patency of the vas deferens. For a description of the procedure and its...
Stanisław Kurkiewicz - eccentric visionary of Polish sexology
Krakow, early last century, internal medicine ward of St Lazarus hospital. A young doctor conducts a general examination of a patient. He asks about her ailments, their intensity, the circumstances...
Importance of PERT/CT in the differential diagnosis of dementia diseases
Neurodegenerative diseases are increasingly prevalent in the elderly population. The vast majority of patients undergo imaging studies that show brain structures, but functional studies, which...
Is drinking alcohol harmful to health?
Alcohol is a substance that has both supporters and opponents. It is widely available and often consumed during various social occasions. But does drinking alcohol actually harm your health? In this...
Treatment options for glioma - general information
Any effective treatment must take into account a variety of individual disease factors, such as the location and size of the disease focus, symptoms, potential benefits and risks of taking a...
Toxic shock syndrome - should you be concerned?
Do you use tampons? Be aware of the risk of toxic shock - a dangerous phenomenon that affects many women.
Eating disorders in adolescents
Eating disorders are more common in the summer. It is also the time of year when relapses are more common. What should be a warning sign? What should parents and doctors pay attention to?
The case: A session is coming up
Mr Robert, aged 24, came to see his doctor on the advice of a friend. He indicated early on "that overall he is healthy, just needs medication for memory and attention".
Prevention of cancer of the reproductive organs
Cancers of the reproductive organs include cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer and breast cancer. What can be done to prevent the development of cancer?
BPAD in children and adolescents - symptoms and course of the illness
Bipolar affective disorder in children and adolescents is slightly less common than in adults.
Diet in hypertriglyceridaemia
Hypertriglyceridaemia is a condition of lipid metabolism disorder and occurs when plasma triglyceride concentrations are elevated. In biochemical tests, the norm for triglycerides is 150 mg/dl. An...
What is chronic stress?
Stress is defined as all reactions of the body caused by negative environmental stimuli, mainly external.
Types of depression
If one were to ask someone what mental disorder a depressed mood is associated with, the answer would most likely be depression. Indeed, it is this entity that most often leads people to experience...
Craniopharyngioma (tumour of the area of the saddle of Turkey) - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Craniosarcoma (craniopharyngioma) is a benign epithelial neoplasm originating from Rathke's pocket cells. It presents a significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenge due to its very difficult...
How to win against fatigue?
Fatigue is the first symptom of a weakened body. It is influenced by many elements.
Immune disorders in pre-school children
The period when a child starts kindergarten is very often associated by parents with their child's constant illnesses and infections. This is accompanied by a decrease or deficiency in immunity.
Functional dyspepsia - what is meant by the term?
Functional dyspepsia is a common problem in the general population, characterised by postprandial distress or epigastric pain. These symptoms can significantly affect the patient's daily activities...
