Pancreatic enzyme preparations - effects on a child's pancreatic function
Many pancreatic enzyme preparations are available over-the-counter in our country, but it is important to bear in mind that these are substances with potentially strong effects on the digestive tract.
What does an elevated glucose level mean?
In this article, we will focus on understanding what an elevated blood glucose level is, what the causes and consequences can be, as well as methods of diagnosis and treatment. Glucose, a key blood...
Bronchial asthma - eligibility for physical education classes
Physical exertion can be a trigger for coughing and breathlessness attacks in a child with bronchial asthma. The issue of qualifying a child with asthma for physical education classes is therefore...
What are healthy drinking habits?
Healthy drinking habits are a key part of maintaining good health and wellbeing. Water, tea, coffee, as well as juices and sports drinks can affect our health in different ways. It is important to...
Depression and suicide attempts
Scientific research and the observations of specialists show that suicide is one of the most serious complications of depression. At present, an increasing number of suicides have been observed among...
What are healthy sleep habits?
Sleep is one of the most important aspects of a healthy lifestyle that affects our physical and mental wellbeing. Healthy sleep habits, also known as sleep hygiene, include various practices and...
Tattoo and allergic reaction
In recent times, tattoos have become very popular. They have become a specific way to express oneself. In most cases, no side effects are observed. However, a small percentage of people experience an...
Allergy in a child - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Allergy is a condition that is largely genetically determined. In particular, it concerns the so-called type I allergic reaction, associated with the production of specific IgE antibodies (atopy).
What is a healthy level of physical activity?
Physical activity plays a key role in maintaining health and fitness. Regular exercise helps prevent many chronic diseases, improves wellbeing and extends life. In this article, we discuss what a...
Goat's milk in an allergic child
The use of goat's milk in the feeding of a child with a cow's milk protein allergy has been a very popular treatment for food allergy for many years.
These diseases can co-occur with coeliac disease
Do you have Hashimoto's, type 1 diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? You may also have celiac disease - a permanent intolerance to gluten that often co-occurs with these diseases. Untreated celiac...
Influenza under a magnifying glass, or what influenza looks like from a laboratory point of view
Influenza is a seasonal infectious disease, the complications of which can significantly affect the deterioration of our body's health and can be far-reaching in time. The difficulty in treatment...
Takayasu disease, or pulseless disease
One of the conditions that is still quite mysterious is Takayasu disease. The causes of this entity, also referred to as pulseless disease, are still unknown. However, the dangerous consequences of...
What are healthy ways to deal with nervousness?
Nervousness is a common feeling that can be triggered by stress, anxiety, the pressures of everyday life or the various challenges we face. Although nervousness is a natural reaction of the body,...
Hypoglycaemia in diabetes - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Hypoglycaemia is literally translated as 'blood glucose deficiency'. Each patient may experience its symptoms differently. Therefore, especially at the beginning of the diabetic journey, blood...
Mental disorders in children from adoptive and foster families
It is not uncommon for children from adoptive families to be labelled as 'difficult', more problematic and far more likely to require psychological support. Indeed, mental disorders in children in...
Vitamin K in infants - can a newborn receive it orally?
Vitamin K deficiency in the first months of life can risk dangerous bleeding. Depending on when they occur they can have different symptoms and consequences.
What is sustainable physical activity?
Balanced physical activity is the key to a healthy and harmonious life. It involves an appropriate amount of exercise that is tailored to each individual's needs and abilities. The aim of balanced...
What are healthy ways to deal with a lack of assertiveness?
Assertiveness is the ability to express one's needs, opinions and feelings in a way that is direct but respects the rights of others. A lack of assertiveness can lead to frustration, stress and...
Flavonoids and cancer
Flavonoids are a group of substances commonly found in many plant products. Currently, nearly 4000-5000 different flavonoid compounds are known. They give yellow, red, purple and blue colours to many...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COGCF)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COGCF) is mainly caused by smoking, but it can also be caused by occupational exposure to substances that are harmful to the respiratory system. It is a very...
Bone anchored implants as a treatment for hearing loss
Hearing instruments used in patients with hearing loss are based on either air conduction or bone conduction. Bone anchored implants, based on bone conduction, represent a smaller percentage of...
