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Signs, symptoms and abnormal clinical laboratory findings not elsewhere classified (21 contents)
Trichomoniasis in a child - what is it and how to deal with it?
Three-day fever, also known as erythema urgency or so-called sixth disease, is a mild infectious disease of early childhood. It is caused by infection with a virus from the herpesvirus group...
Colic in an infant
Crying is the earliest form of communication between the baby and parents. Crying in the youngest babies is characterised by variability throughout the day with a marked increase in the late...
Types of inhalation - which to choose when coughing?
Is your child coughing? Often, inhalation is a good way to support the healing process. It is important to note, however, that you should always contact your GP as he or she is familiar with the...
Pocovid syndrome in children (PIMS-TS): what is this entity and how is it treated?
COVID-19 is a disease about which we are likely to learn many more interesting and sometimes frightening things in the future. Some information on this entity is already available: COVID-19 was...
Could blood in the urine be a symptom of a life-threatening illness?
Blood in the urine is always a worrying signal that should not be ignored. What should you do if you notice a characteristic blood colour in your urine? Which doctor should I see?
Heart palpitations at night: what can cause them and when should I see a doctor?
Heart palpitations at any time of the day can generate concern in a patient, but they are particularly worrying when a person experiences them at night. The causes of the problem can be really varied...
Syncope - can it be indicative of heart disease?
Syncope is a temporary and self-limiting loss of consciousness characterised by a sudden, acute onset and a spontaneous and complete return of consciousness. The immediate cause of this condition is...
Popular heartburn drug disappears from pharmacy shelves en masse!
Ranigast(Ranitidinum), as this medicinal preparation is referred to, was withdrawn from the market on 28 October 2019 by the decision of the Chief Pharmaceutical Inspector. Ranigast is used, among...
Sensory integration and children's speech development
Sensory integration is an element of a child's functioning that has a decisive impact on his or her development and ability to deepen his or her skills. Disturbances in the neurological organisation...
Chronic constipation in children
Chronic constipation and faecal disorders have now become a very significant problem in childhood, as well as in older children and adolescents. In the context of nutrition, many mistakes are made,...
Anorexia - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
The onset of anorexia in the worst case can even be life-threatening. This is mainly due to the consequences of nutritional deficiencies, the deficit of which dysregulates the work of basically every...
Beating children, as teaching obedience ?
Many parents think that beating their children will teach them obedience. This is a very mistaken view. But why do parents hit their children?
Cardiogenic shock
Cardiogenic shock (CS) is one of the worst cardiovascular pathologies caused by inadequate blood flow (hypoperfusion) through the tissues. It most often occurs as a complication of fresh myocardial...
Diet during chemotherapy: dry mouth - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Dry mouth as one of the side effects of anticancer treatment can lead to further complications (stomatitis, which may even require narcotic painkillers). That is why it is important to introduce...
Dysgraphia - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Dysgraphia, or agraphia, is a disorder associated with a complete or partial loss of the ability to write. It can have a genetic or neurological origin. It can appear at a very young age in a child,...
Bioelements, the elements of life - what role do they play in the body?
The bioelements make up only around 4 per cent of our body weight. In general, they control metabolism. A deficiency as well as an excess has a detrimental effect on our well-being and health. This...
