Myasthenia gravis - a chronic autoimmune disease
Myasthenia gravis is also known as Erb-Goldflam disease. It affects the neuromuscular system, resulting in skeletal muscle weakness of varying degrees.
Multiple sclerosis in a nutshell!
Multiple sclerosis (Latin: Sclerosis multiplex, S) is one of the conditions that affects the structures of the nervous system. S is an incurable disease, but increasingly better symptomatic...
Prematurity and mortality: find out the factors that can put your baby's life at risk
Complications of prematurity are undoubtedly a challenge of modern medicine. Whereas only a few decades ago newborns born before the planned due date had little chance of survival, today's drugs and...
Aggressive patient
The doctor-patient relationship is a specific type of interpersonal contact. In the therapeutic procedure, the patient requires from the doctor (specialist), an accurate diagnosis and an effective...
Hair loss in children - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Hair loss visible when washing or combing hair is usually normal. Every day, a certain number of hairs "age" and fall out, and new hairs grow from the roots in their place. In certain situations,...
Urinary incontinence in pregnancy - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Urinary incontinence occurring most commonly towards the end of pregnancy.
Cytology examination
Cytology is a diagnostic method used to detect precancerous lesions and cancer of the cervix. The examination involves collecting material in the form of exfoliated cervical epithelium after...
Bodily changes during pregnancy
Every woman experiences many changes in her body during pregnancy. The changes affect virtually all systems and organs. Major changes take place in the endocrine glands, as well as in the emotional...
Most common causes of abnormal uterine bleeding
Abnormal uterine bleeding is one of the most common reasons for patients to visit the gynaecologist. At different ages, different factors may be responsible for uterine bleeding. In younger patients,...
Alarming signs in oncology. Prevention of early diagnosis of cancer
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in developed countries after cardiovascular disease. The mortality and incidence of cancer has been on an upward trend for many years. It is only in recent...
Preparing for a trip in terms of health part 2
Before leaving on a trip abroad, especially to tropical corners of the world, it is worth preparing yourself in order to minimise the risk of health complications. One form of protection is...
AR milk mixes
The AR suffix indicates that the milk formula in question is designed to prevent increased volatilisation(Anti Regurtitation- anti-reflux). AR-type mixtures contain a variety of thickening...
Infertility caused by fallopian tube obstruction - causes and treatments
One of the most frequently diagnosed causes of infertility in Poland is obstruction of the fallopian tubes. It already affects every fourth woman who is trying to have a child.
Alcoholism - definition, symptoms, treatment
Alcohol addiction does not only carry a health risk. It is also a social problem.
Dangerous complications from measles
Measles is classed as a dangerous infectious disease, it is caused by a virus called Measles virus, it belongs to the rather large genus Morbilivirus, which in turn belongs to the Paramyxoiviriade...
Parkinson's disease without secrets
Parkinson 's disease is a chronic, progressive, neurodegenerative disease. The most important and at the same time the most visible symptoms of the disease include a tremor in the limbs, which most...
What do we know about ageing?
There is no doubt that some people try by all possible and available means (creams, gels, ointments, compresses, cosmetic or surgical procedures) to stop the natural ageing process.
Nutritional deficiencies and depression. How does nutrient deficiency affect our mood?
The number of people diagnosed with depression is increasing year on year and diet can play a significant role in depression. Lack of key nutrients such as vitamin D, B vitamins, magnesium, zinc,...
How do I look after my teeth under braces?
Many people wear braces to achieve straight teeth. The components of the braces cover a significant part of the tooth surface, thus making oral hygiene difficult. This state of affairs puts you at...
Antidepressants and how they work
Antidepressants, another common name for antidepressants, are categorised as psychotropic agents/drugs. They are used for patients suffering from depressive disorders but also for those with anxiety...
