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Immune system (71 contents)
Does running boost immunity?
Running has recently become a very popular sport. After the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns, many people decided to change something in their lives and started running. But what effect does running...
Leukopenia - a problem of which frequent infections can be a symptom
Leukopenia is a condition in which a patient has a decrease in the number of white blood cells, or leukocytes, in the blood. The problem may be completely asymptomatic, but it is nevertheless...
Diet - effect on the immune system, specific and non-specific immunity
Diet influences what condition our immune system is in. To ensure it functions well, it is essential to incorporate healthy foods into the daily menu. To what extent is there a correlation between...
Tattoos and their impact on... immunity
When asked how colds and other infections can be prevented, a wide variety of answers are usually given, such as a diet rich in antioxidants, regular exercise and immune-supporting supplements. If...
Discover the extraordinary properties of one of the fruits!
The pineapple is one of the most widespread and popular exotic fruits in Europe. In addition to its taste, it has properties that make it useful not only in the food industry, but also in...
Tremendous power in the immune system
The immune system (immune system) performs many very important functions in our body. It is the one that develops the "defenders" that stand up to fight against bacteria, viruses or fungi entering...
Primary immunodeficiencies
Primary immunodeficiencies, are categorised as congenital disorders on the part of the immune system. In most cases, the sequelae of primary immunodeficiency are genetic defects/errors.
Immune disorders-lowered immunity
We are hearing more and more about immunodeficiency as more and more people experience it. A lowered immune status may be temporary and then most often does not threaten the health and life of the...
Influence of age on immune deficiencies
Immunodeficiencies, also in all individuals, are defined as a variety of conditions that result from a malfunction/failure of the immune (immune) system. In general, immunodeficiencies are divided...
Chronic HCV infection in children
Chronic hepatitis C (HCV infection) is a serious health problem. This paper provides basic information on the possible sources of infection, the most common symptoms, diagnostic methods and treatment...
Chronic HCV infection in children
Chronic hepatitis C (HCV infection) is a serious health problem. This paper provides basic information on the possible sources of infection, the most common symptoms, diagnostic methods and treatment...
The role of enveloped bacteria in infections in children under 5 years of age
Clinical picture and prevention options for envelope bacterial infections that pose a high risk to children under 5 years of age
A full vaccination course does not rule out the incidence of tetanus
A diagnosis of tetanus should be considered even in children who have had a full course of vaccination. Definitive diagnosis is sometimes difficult.
Vaccination against rotavirus - should I vaccinate my child?
Vaccination against rotaviruses is being carried out more and more frequently in infants in Poland, despite the fact that it is a fully-paid vaccination that is not reimbursed as part of so-called...
Rotavirus vaccination - is the vaccine effective and safe?
Rotavirus vaccines have been available on the market for some years. Their efficacy and safety have been tested in serious clinical trials.
Rotavirus infections in children: clinical picture and principles of prevention
Discussion of the epidemiology and clinical picture of rotavirus infections and current recommendations for rotavirus vaccination.
Probiotics in the prevention of NEC in preterm infants
In May 2007, The Lancet, one of the world's most prestigious medical journals, published a review of studies on the use of probiotics for the prevention of necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) in...
Acute diarrhoea in children - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Saccharomyces boulardii is a strain classified as a probiotic. In our market, it is an ingredient of an over-the-counter preparation called Enterol. The main indication for its use is the...
Diarrhoea in a child - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Diarrhoea in a child can be acute or chronic diarrhoea. Chronic diarrhoea, i.e. diarrhoea lasting at least 10-14 days, is a serious health problem requiring specialist consultation. Acute diarrhoea,...
Prebiotics in the prevention of infections in children
In addition to their beneficial effects on gastrointestinal function, prebiotic GOS/FOS oligosaccharides, added to some modern milk mixes, are likely to have an additional effect in reducing the...
Prebiotics - a modern food supplement
Prebiotics (not to be confused with probiotics!) are carbohydrates that are not digested in the digestive tract, most commonly fructo- and galacto-oligosaccharides, whose beneficial biological...
Prebiotics - a modern food supplement
Prebiotics (not to be confused with probiotics!) are carbohydrates that are not digested in the digestive tract, most commonly fructo- and galacto-oligosaccharides, whose beneficial biological...
