Braces - all about braces
Braces are used to form a correct bite, which makes it easier to keep your mouth clean by having access to all your teeth, makes it easier to floss and prevents decay or tartar build-up and the...
It's something you have to experience for yourself - a travellers' expedition dedicated to children with SA
SA - spinal muscular atrophy. At first glance, just using the term SA doesn't tell anyone anything. It is only when you get to know the subject, explain things, and meet someone with this condition...
Discrimination, stereotypes and prejudice - what are they?
In the text I outline the additional social costs that people experiencing a mental health crisis and their families have to bear.
Skin problems during pregnancy - an interview with Dr. A. Damasiewicz-Bodzek, M.D
Interview with Aleksandra Damasiewicz-Bodzek, MD, PhD, dermatologist, on skin problems during pregnancy.
A blocked nose without a runny nose in a child - what does it mean?
A blocked nose is a symptom of a runny nose; however, it very often occurs without a runny nose. The condition is tiresome especially for children. The reasons for the appearance of this symptom vary...
Cannabinoids ('medical cannabis') in the treatment of diseases - current status and outlook, part 2
Medical cannabis is a substance that has both supporters and opponents. Its effects on the human body have been known for many centuries and it undoubtedly has an impact on human functioning. Its...
Genital herpes
Herpes develops following infection with Herpes virus type 1 or 2. The lesions located on the genitals are in the form of vesicles, with a tendency to form erosions. Infection is most often sexual....
Anaemia - causes, symptoms, treatment
Anaemia (anaemia) is a decrease in haemoglobin, haematocrit and erythrocyte count in the blood from normal values (set for age and sex). Anaemia can be a manifestation of an ongoing disease state in...
What are the benefits of practising fencing?
Fencing is a dynamic sport that combines elements of martial art, strategy and competition. There are numerous physical, mental and social benefits to practising fencing, making it an excellent...
Iron deficiency - how can you tell?
Diagnostic methods used to assess iron levels in the body and symptoms suggestive of iron deficiency.
Menopause - general information
Basic information on the hormonal aspect of menopause is presented. The author recalls the most important fall symptoms and the rules for calculating the menopause index.
Cluster headache, Horton's headache - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
A cluster headache is defined as a primary headache, self-limited, chronic, which is usually characterised by a unilateral location. In most cases, the pain attack is located in the frontal or...
What are the benefits of drinking green tea?
Green tea is a beverage that has been known for thousands of years, prized for its many health benefits. Originating in China and Japan, green tea has become popular worldwide for its healing and...
White keratosis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
White keratosis / leukoplakia / are white patches with a smooth or slightly papillary surface located in the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and genitalia.
Imaging examinations in psychiatry
In psychiatry, diagnoses are mainly made on the basis of a psychiatric examination, i.e. a targeted interview with the patient. Various procedures, such as the determination of thyroid hormone...
Causes of weight loss failure part 1
The author analyses the most common causes of weight loss failure
Water versus sugary drinks. How do you keep children properly hydrated?
Adequate hydration is essential for children's health and proper development, but many children choose sugary drinks instead of water, which can lead to obesity, tooth decay or concentration...
Diagnosis of ADHD in adults
Until recently, ADHD was thought to be a problem of children and adolescents. However, it turns out that the disorder can also affect adults.
How to stay physically active during the #stayathome campaign?
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the face of almost the entire globe. For the sake of the public, numerous restrictions have been placed on leaving the house and using restaurants and gyms, among...
Cluster headache (Horton syndrome) - diagnosis and treatment
In addition to migraine headaches, professionals also encounter complaints caused by cluster headache. This condition is not fully understood in terms of the pathophysiological processes affecting...
