Smoking by pregnant women
W. Zatoński, W. Hanke Passive smoking (exposure to tobacco smoke) does not only affect non-smokers in the company of smokers.
Which fish and how to feed them to children?
Fish is a very important element in the diet of infants and children. They are a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are part of the cell membrane of many cells in the young body. By...
Diet in type 1 diabetes in children - carbohydrates, proteins, fats
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM1) is an autoimmune disease that involves an inability to produce insulin; resulting in elevated blood sugar levels. This can lead to damage to various organs: the eye,...
The widow effect - when the soul suffers, the body suffers too
Libido disorders can occur at any age. Men can develop erectile dysfunction, women can develop the so-called Widow Effect, also known in the literature as Kehrer Syndrome or the five-symptom...
Neonatal acne - a common problem in paediatric practice
Neonatal acne is a common reason for parents to see a paediatrician. The lesions are benign, resolving without permanent sequelae, usually requiring only careful care, and in exceptional cases...
Hypertrophied palatine tonsils - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
The palatine tonsils are made up of lymphatic tissue. Frequent and recurrent infections cause them to grow. This affects both the lymph tissue (whose reversible increase in volume is the body's...
What is a plant-based diet and what are its benefits?
A plant-based diet is gaining popularity worldwide due to its many health, ethical and environmental benefits. It is a way of eating that focuses mainly on eating plant-based foods such as...
Effects of alcohol on the nervous system, what is alcoholic dementia?
In the old days, it was thought that ethyl alcohol, helped with every ailment, was also helpful in the process of preserving food and cereals. Today, these views have changed. It is known that...
Salmonella - how dangerous is this bacterium?
We often hear in the media about food recalls due to the detection of salmonella or salmonella poisoning in schools, kindergartens and summer camps. What is this bacterium, how does it get infected...
Which car to choose ?
Every car user knows that diesel is different from petrol. However, not all drivers know why these fuels cannot be used interchangeably and why ON is cheaper. Myths and facts about the use and...
Atopic dermatitis - differential diagnosis: part 2
In the second part of this article on the differential diagnosis of AD, various conditions causing skin lesions that may mimic atopic dermatitis are described. These conditions should be considered...
How do you build positive relationships?
Building positive relationships is a key part of a happy life. Strengthening connections with other people requires effort, empathy and understanding. In this article, we will look at how to develop...
Coffee drinking as a preventive measure in dementia
Coffee is part of the diet of many people around the world and, as research shows, it may be important in reducing the risk of dementia diseases that occur in the elderly population. Dementia...
Tongue inflammation - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Tongue inflammation can occur as a result of certain medications, e.g. antibiotics or particularly acidic or hot food, as a result of trauma, e.g. through dentures, as well as infectious agents....
A patient with a mental disorder or illness can function just like any other person
Many people think that a patient with a mental disorder or illness is a person who has no chance of starting a family or functioning well in society. However, this is simply a myth: mental disorders...
Metformin and weight loss - how long does it take to lose weight?
Women have always been looking for effective methods to lose a few pounds. Is metformin the golden mean in the fight against excess weight? In an endocrinologist or gynaecologist's surgery, patients...
COVID-19 a remdesivir: what is it and why does it raise concerns?
Remdesivir is a drug that, until a certain point, hardly anyone had heard of - a situation that changed in 2020 with the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially, the drug was seen as a substance...
What is mutism?
Mutism is a type of disorder when a child or adult, despite having a developed speech system, does not articulate or talk in certain places, situations. Where to seek specialist help?
Itchy skin in pregnant women
It is very common for pregnant women to present to their doctor with a problem concerning itchy skin. Itching may be accompanied by skin tightness, flaking or a rash. Sometimes pregnant women...
