Medicine

Mononucleosis in a child: symptoms and treatment of the disease

Mononucleosis in a child: symptoms and treatment of the disease

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Talking about an illness is always unpleasant, especially about a child's illness, but one has to. Today we will talk about how mononucleosis is treated in children

MPV in a blood test what does it mean? MPV: deciphering the analysis

MPV in a blood test what does it mean? MPV: deciphering the analysis

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

Human blood includes many different cells (shaped elements), and they all perform certain functions. In the article we will talk about what MPV means in a blood test and what are its normal indicators

HCT blood test interpretation, normal

HCT blood test interpretation, normal

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

We all go to doctors, and the first thing our communication begins with is laboratory research. And if for a specialist the data indicated on the results obtained are understandable, then an ordinary person is often confused even by a simple decoding of a blood test. HCT - this is how such a parameter as hematocrit is now denoted - is an important indicator of human he alth. Let's talk about it in more detail

SanPiN: disinfection and sterilization of medical devices

SanPiN: disinfection and sterilization of medical devices

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

In Russia, all institutions engaged in medical activities are required to work according to strict standards, among which an important place is occupied by the proper disinfection and sterilization of medical devices

Trigger point in the muscles. trigger point massage

Trigger point in the muscles. trigger point massage

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Probably, many found small painful areas of muscle seals on their bodies or on their loved ones. Most consider them to be s alt deposits, but in official medicine they are known as trigger points

How to choose a semi-rigid lumbosacral corset?

How to choose a semi-rigid lumbosacral corset?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

For many, the back is a very vulnerable spot. Radiculitis, osteochondrosis, neuritis, spondyloarthrosis, injuries - this is not a complete list of diseases that threaten the spine. In the event that they are already available, a semi-rigid lumbosacral corset can provide invaluable assistance. How to choose this device, what to look for when buying and what may be contraindications for its use - we will tell you more

Polio: Immunization schedule for children

Polio: Immunization schedule for children

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Polio is an acute infectious pathology in which the virus infects the gray matter of the spinal cord and medulla oblongata. Its consequences are paralysis leading to lifelong disability

The cerebellum of the brain. The structure and functions of the cerebellum

The cerebellum of the brain. The structure and functions of the cerebellum

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The cerebellum ("little brain") is a structure located at the back of the brain, at the base of the occipital and temporal cortex. Although the cerebellum makes up approximately 10% of the volume of the brain, it contains more than 50% of the total number of neurons in it

Urogenital system of a woman: structure, possible diseases, symptoms

Urogenital system of a woman: structure, possible diseases, symptoms

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

What is the genitourinary system of a woman. What illnesses can she be exposed to? What are the symptoms of diseases

Mercury thermometer - a faithful and indispensable assistant

Mercury thermometer - a faithful and indispensable assistant

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

In this article, we will analyze the main types of devices for measuring human body temperature, as well as discuss their main advantages and disadvantages

Sparing operation - laparoscopy

Sparing operation - laparoscopy

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Operation Laparoscopy is a new method of diagnosis, as well as surgical intervention, if necessary, treatment. This is a gentle method in which the patient loses very little blood, without serious complications

Why is my knee swollen and sore? Causes and treatment

Why is my knee swollen and sore? Causes and treatment

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Knee swelling is a symptom of many pathologies of the musculoskeletal system. It occurs with trauma and osteoporosis, bursitis and gout, as well as with other ailments. With complaints that the knee is swollen, many patients go to the doctor. This phenomenon is quite common

Spine traction at home

Spine traction at home

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

An article about who, how and why it is necessary to perform spinal traction, and is it possible at home

Doctor of Medical Sciences - a well-deserved title of the best doctors. Notable MDs

Doctor of Medical Sciences - a well-deserved title of the best doctors. Notable MDs

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Doctor of Medical Sciences is a significant scientific degree in Russia, which confirms the serious scientific research that its holder conducts

"Essays on purulent surgery". V. F. Voyno-Yasenetsky

"Essays on purulent surgery". V. F. Voyno-Yasenetsky

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

"Essays on Purulent Surgery" is the fundamental work of a Russian and Soviet professor of medicine, published for the first time in 1934. This essay has become a reference book for surgeons of several generations. Moreover, "Essays on Purulent Surgery" are still relevant today

DGP No. 30: where is it, reviews

DGP No. 30: where is it, reviews

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

The Russian he althcare system is aimed at preserving and strengthening the he alth of citizens. In each subject of the country there are budgetary medical institutions for adults and children. Despite the traditional disdain for free he althcare in Russia, the flow of visitors to municipal organizations does not dry out even in the capital

Anatomy. Elbow joint: structure, ligaments, muscles and functions

Anatomy. Elbow joint: structure, ligaments, muscles and functions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

The structure and functions of different parts of the body, including bone joints, are studied by anatomy. The elbow joint refers to the bone joints of the free upper limb and is formed as a result of the articulation of separate parts of 3 bones: the humerus, ulna and radius

Possible complications of insulin therapy: types, treatment and prevention

Possible complications of insulin therapy: types, treatment and prevention

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Insulin therapy is a way to treat type 1 diabetes, and in some cases type 2 diabetes. Each patient with such a pathology should adhere to the dose of the drug prescribed by the doctor. Sometimes such therapy causes a number of side effects. Every diabetic should know them. The complications of insulin therapy will be discussed in the article

Vaccination is The essence and scheme of vaccination

Vaccination is The essence and scheme of vaccination

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

The article is devoted to the issue of vaccinations, which is so important now and of concern to many. So what is vaccination? Is it a forced measure that guarantees protection against terrible diseases, or is it a “universal evil” that brings side effects and harm to he alth? We will talk about the history of vaccination, its main schemes and myths associated with the immunization process

Sympathetic trunk: structure and functions

Sympathetic trunk: structure and functions

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

The sympathetic trunk is a paired formation that lies on both sides of the spinal column and consists of four sections: cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral

What to do in case of carbon monoxide poisoning, how to provide first aid?

What to do in case of carbon monoxide poisoning, how to provide first aid?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

In our article we will analyze the question: what to do in case of carbon monoxide poisoning? On how correctly and quickly first aid is provided to the victim, not only his further he alth often depends, but also whether he will survive

OPV (vaccination): reviews and complications after it

OPV (vaccination): reviews and complications after it

Last modified: 2025-06-01 06:06

OPV is the polio vaccine given to our children several times throughout their lives. Up to 1 year old, babies are prescribed three vaccinations with a monthly interval. Today we will find out what the OPV vaccine is, are there any side effects after it, and also what parents think about it

Laser treatment: effectiveness and contraindications

Laser treatment: effectiveness and contraindications

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Laser treatment plays a special role among non-drug therapies these days. The biostimulating effect on the human body consists in the effect of a directed light flux on living tissue

How to feed a child with rotavirus infection: menus, recipes and nutritional features

How to feed a child with rotavirus infection: menus, recipes and nutritional features

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Many mothers have faced such a problem as rotavirus infection. The baby's he alth deteriorates sharply, the disease is accompanied by vomiting, indigestion. This raises the logical question of how to feed children with rotavirus infection. In the article you will find a complete list of recommendations, a list of allowed and prohibited foods, an approximate menu

Vaccination exemption: registration rules, who and for what reasons issues

Vaccination exemption: registration rules, who and for what reasons issues

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Today we will find out with you what a medical exemption from vaccinations is, how to get it and why you need it. This document can be extremely important. Therefore, it is impossible to avoid its registration in any case, if there are prerequisites for the implementation of the process. Vaccination may not go as smoothly as you would like if you neglect the medical tap. So what is this document?

Innervation of the tongue. The structure and functions of the language. Anatomy

Innervation of the tongue. The structure and functions of the language. Anatomy

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Not only the brain, but also the tongue can be called one of the organs that make a person human, because it serves a unique function - speech. In addition, this muscular organ serves digestion and receives taste and tactile sensations

Cystectomy - what is it

Cystectomy - what is it

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

An operation to remove benign growths is called a cystectomy. This surgical intervention is performed by doctors of various surgical speci alties, since cysts can appear in any organ. In addition, cystectomy is called the removal of the bladder in oncological processes

Treatment of the surgeon's hands: methods and techniques

Treatment of the surgeon's hands: methods and techniques

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Processing the surgeon's hands is one of the elements of preparation for operations and outpatient manipulations. It is used for mechanical and chemical cleansing of the skin

Kidney cortex: anatomy, location, structure, functions and effects on the human body

Kidney cortex: anatomy, location, structure, functions and effects on the human body

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Kidneys are excretory organs that help purify the blood and remove toxins from the body. This task is carried out with the help of nephrons and glomeruli, which are located in a special layer called the cortex. The role of this part of the urinary system is very important for the full functioning of our body. That's what we're going to talk about in this article

Thyrotoxic crisis: causes, symptoms, emergency care and treatment

Thyrotoxic crisis: causes, symptoms, emergency care and treatment

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Thyrotoxic crisis is often the cause of daily weakness and increased excitability. This condition can last more than two years, and every fifth case ends in death

What is a thready pulse

What is a thready pulse

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

The problem of reducing the heart rate is acute with the rapid development of complications. Resuscitation comes to the rescue. However, the causes of a thready pulse can often be given a logical explanation when no treatment is needed

Axillary wooden crutch. Aluminum axillary crutches

Axillary wooden crutch. Aluminum axillary crutches

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Axillary crutch is indispensable for injuries, injuries and other diseases of one of the lower extremities. Facilitates the process of walking, evenly distributing weight and increasing the radius of support, providing more comfortable conditions when moving

What are veins? Structure and functions. varicose veins

What are veins? Structure and functions. varicose veins

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

If you look closely, under the skin you can clearly see slightly protruding bluish blood vessels (veins) of the lower and upper extremities, as well as the temples. Veins are blood vessels that carry venous blood saturated with carbon dioxide, as well as metabolic products and other substances from various organs and tissues of the human body to the heart (excluding the pulmonary and umbilical veins, which carry arterial blood)

Why do girls have mustaches and how to deal with them?

Why do girls have mustaches and how to deal with them?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

According to the conventional wisdom, a man with a mustache looks quite brutal and sexy. However, it is difficult to imagine such an accessory on a woman. Indeed, the girl's mustache looks at least ugly and unaesthetic. Such a factor will immediately repel a man, because his lady of the heart should be perfect in everything. What should the female half of humanity do if there is such a problem?

Removal of lipomas (wen)

Removal of lipomas (wen)

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

The appearance of one or more soft mobile subcutaneous nodes is usually associated with the formation of benign tumors of adipose tissue (lipomas). Constantly growing wen cause discomfort

How to remove bruises under the eyes? Learning effective methods

How to remove bruises under the eyes? Learning effective methods

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

How to remove bruises under the eyes - this is the topic of our today's article. From the material presented, you can learn different ways to solve this problem

How is it better to sunbathe in a solarium and is it worth doing it at all?

How is it better to sunbathe in a solarium and is it worth doing it at all?

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Recently, interest in artificial tanning has been growing incredibly. More and more girls are interested in questions about how best to sunbathe in a solarium, how often you can visit it, and the like. But from the side of experts in the field of medicine, artificial tanning is subjected to harsh criticism

First aid for overheating: tips

First aid for overheating: tips

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

Overheating is an acute pathological condition of a person, manifested as a result of prolonged exposure to high temperature on his body. The development of the painful phenomenon is facilitated by being under the open rays of the sun or in a hot room for a long time. Also, the risk of overheating increases non-compliance with the drinking regime, high physical activity in hot weather, too warm clothes and overwork

Bolus injection is a technique for injecting medication

Bolus injection is a technique for injecting medication

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

In cases where medical staff need to quickly increase the concentration of any drug component in the patient's body, they resort to the bolus method of administering the active substance. Such an injection consists in the introduction of a large volume of the drug and contributes to the accelerated onset of the drug

How to improve the blood supply to the brain? Areas of blood supply to the brain

How to improve the blood supply to the brain? Areas of blood supply to the brain

Last modified: 2025-01-23 17:01

A he althy brain blood supply system is the key to adequate thinking, a high-quality and fulfilling human life. A variety of factors can provoke problems, from injuries to weather phenomena, if a person suffers from pronounced weather dependence. Medications, pathologies, diet, lifestyle and bad habits, heredity and other individual characteristics can affect the quality of the vascular system