Dermatomyositis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Dermatomyositis, or dermatomyositis, is more common in women than in men. They are a variant of polymyositis. Children and young adults, between the ages of 5 and 6, are most commonly affected.
Baby's head sweating
Visibly increased sweating of the skin in a baby is usually most evident on the baby's head. Such a phenomenon often causes parents concern.
What is type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disease that is characterised by abnormalities in glucose metabolism, leading to elevated blood sugar levels. It is one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide...
Systemic scleroderma
Scleroderma is a systemic disease of connective tissue, the essence of which is a progressive fibrosis of the skin and internal organs. It comes in two forms - generalised and diffuse. In terms of...
Folic acid - essential for a healthy pregnancy!
Folic acid should be supplemented by every woman who wants to become a mother in the near future. However, it will not always be absorbed correctly. Folic acid malabsorption can be caused by a...
Bruxism - what is it?
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is associated with a disorder of the masseter muscle function. It manifests itself primarily through pain. The consequence of the condition is abrasion of the upper...
DNA paternity testing - procedure
The fastest and most accurate procedure commonly used to establish paternity is DNA testing. It allows paternity to be confirmed with a probability of 99.99% (in population genetics statistics it is...
Take an interest in duty
I'm writing on the train again. I have to admit it's my favourite place and time. I'm happy to use a pen too, as it has more to it than a keyboard. Outside the window, the September sun is...
Is all psychosis schizophrenia?
Psychosis (psychotic disorder/psychotic state) is a syndrome, a collection of symptoms that can be related to many different mental disorders, but in the diagnostic classifications ICD - 10 or DS -...
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is a cosmetic and therapeutic method which belongs to the group of non-conventional methods and is based on the use of essential oils of natural origin. Depending on the needs of the...
Cholesterol-lowering diet
Elevated cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia) is a significant risk factor for ischaemic heart disease and strokes.
Diagnosis of urinary tract diseases - part 1: clinical signs and symptoms
Urinalysis is one of the most commonly performed laboratory tests. The following article presents the basic principles for performing and interpreting a urinalysis and urine culture. The most common...
Foreign man's charm
Why are men from other countries such a temptation for Polish women? Contrary to what jealous Poles say, it is not at all about mundane motives. Polish women's imagination is captured by their...
What does a high body temperature mean?
A high body temperature, also known as a fever, is a common symptom of various medical conditions. It can be the result of the body's response to an infection or other illness. It is an important...
Dangerous Baron Munchhausen syndrome
Baron Munchhausen syndrome is categorised as a sham disorder, involving the induction of psychosomatic symptoms with the aim of leading to hospitalisation. The aim of people with the syndrome, is to...
What is the andropause?
Andropause is a phenomenon often compared to menopause in women, but is it really the same thing? In this article, we will discuss andropause, its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
How to get rid of snoring?
Snoring is a very common condition that is not only a nuisance but can also be dangerous to our health. What are the ways to get rid of this problem? When should you go to the doctor?
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.
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".
Depression in exile
"Green island. A chance for a better life. A more certain tomorrow. Despite the different reasons for the decision to leave, the emotional reactions of those leaving their homeland remain similar. In...
