Medicine 2024, July
Do you know which Rh factor prevails in people of the European race? How important is it when planning a child? And what does this concept actually mean? You will find answers to these and other questions in our article
Disk protrusion is considered the most popular form of dystrophic disorder that occurs predominantly in the intervertebral discs. Almost 50% of Russians over the age of 30 face such a pathology. In our article, we will take a closer look at the symptoms, causes of protrusion of the lumbar intervertebral discs, treatment and prevention of pathology
According to the statistics of the World He alth Organization, stroke takes many more lives than cancer, and is the main cause of long-term disability of the population literally all over the world. Therefore, it is important to quickly detect the hidden symptoms of a stroke in order to save a person’s life and reduce the negative consequences. In our article, we will take a closer look at what a stroke is. First aid before the arrival of the ambulance should be provided to each patient
Earlier, only doctors and traffic police inspectors with the appropriate equipment could determine the degree of intoxication. With the development of technology, a similar procedure can be carried out at home. For this, there are special devices - breathalyzers. The modern market offers a wide range of devices of this kind. You can buy breathalyzers for personal use in pharmacies of various types and shapes
A working person during an illness requires a sick leave. The medical organization must also issue a sick leave in case of illness of the child. How to get a sick leave at the clinic, the article will tell
Monocytes are blood cells of the leukocyte series. They are one of the largest. A blood test shows their number. An increased content of monocytes in the blood may indicate the development of pathology. Based on a clinical blood test, the doctor determines whether the number of blood cells is normal. Monocytes are also considered
A mole is considered to be a large accumulation of pigment cells. Visually, it looks like a dark spot or nodule. Another name for a mole is a nevus. By size, they are divided into small (up to 0.15 cm), medium (up to 1 cm) and large (more than 1 cm). The color of the nevi differ from each other and range from light brown to almost black
The respiratory system is the most important system of the human body. You can live without breathing for several minutes. Through the inhalation of air, a gas exchange process takes place. During the day, an adult takes more than 20,000 breaths and the same number of exhalations
Bovine serum albumin is a plasma protein found in the blood of cattle. Albumin is found in all mammals, therefore it is found in meat and milk. Has found application in medical and biochemical research. This protein is well studied and makes up the majority of the blood
In various sources, one can note the fact that some people do not quite understand the meaning of the concept of "He althy lifestyle", and even more so do not have information about what a he althy lifestyle is. At the same time, this abbreviation arose a very long time ago - the first mentions in printed form date back to those times when there was very little information in the public domain, and the main method of its distribution was samizdat
The concepts of adequate existence and perception of the surrounding world play an important role in our life. But rarely does anyone seriously think about what a truly he althy person is (both physically and mentally). It is understandable: for people who feel well, this is not so necessary, and the sick, as a rule, think only about their illness. Therefore, probably, the very concept of a “he althy person” looks somewhat blurry
There is no such person who would not like to be he althy. This is wished to all birthdays and anniversaries. This is also evidenced by the most popular toast during any feast. What is the basis of he alth? What can a person do to live longer and get sick less? What affects the state of our body? This article will help you figure it out
Suffering from insomnia, frequent colds, depression and headaches, we begin to think that the body gives us quite obvious distress signals. Turning to a doctor or experienced comrades for advice, we often hear the opinion that we should lead the right way of life
Tingling and numbness of hands and feet are symptoms that can indicate various, including severe, diseases. Today we will find out in which cases you should not panic once again, and in which you will need the help of a specialist
Today, there are different opinions about what a person's day regimens should be like. Ultimately, many agree that different ages should have their own, unique routines
What does a surgeon treat? The doctor of this speci alty is engaged in the restoration of body functions through invasive intervention. There are surgeons in all areas of medicine, from neurosurgery to traumatology and dentistry
Stem cells (SCs) are a population of cells that are the original precursors of all others. In a formed organism, they can differentiate into any cells of any organ; in an embryo, they can form any of its cells
Why do we need a palatine uvula, what functions does it perform? What problems can a person with uvula have?
In the entire history of mankind, the average height has only increased. This may be due to both changes in living conditions and selection. One way or another, but the height of 158 cm is considered small in our country. But residents of some other countries could argue with this statement
The brain is the most complex organ in the human body. Under the influence of external factors, he changes the pace of his activities. This becomes possible due to its resonant-dynamic mechanisms of operation. Natural electropolarization creates brain waves that have different frequencies and occur in different states of the work of this organ
With the onset of winter, the risk of falling and hitting increases significantly, and the consequences of such injuries can remind a person of himself for the rest of his life. In addition to the limbs, the coccyx is the most vulnerable place that suffers from falls. It is with injuries in this area that people go to emergency rooms, and it is bruises that can significantly complicate life in the future. Therefore, it is extremely important to know how a coccyx bruise is treated. The sooner the patient gets rid of the pain, the less back problems in the future
In urological practice, the most common diseases are urinary tract infections. Sometimes the symptoms of these diseases can be weakened, and therefore the patient postpones a visit to the doctor in the hope that the disease will go away on its own. This attitude can lead to the transition of the disease to a chronic state with subsequent exacerbations. To prevent such an outcome, it is necessary to give the patient as much detailed information as possible on the issue of treatment
Launching a new pharmaceutical product on the market is a long, complex and multi-stage process. One of the longest stages in the development of a drug is its safety studies. Studies can last up to 10 years and require large budgets for their implementation. One of the first stages of safety studies is preclinical studies, which allow determining the general toxicity of the substance obtained as a result of scientific research
This article will talk about the clinic "LMed" in Novomoskovsk. What is this institution? Where is it located? What services does it offer? Are customers satisfied with the service here?
The spleen in the human body performs a hematopoietic role and serves as a filter. This organ is directly related to metabolism. Recently, an aneurysm of the splenic artery has begun to occur quite often, which, first of all, leads to deformation of the walls of the artery, their stretching and filling with blood. The disease can be cured, but only if you seek qualified help
It's no secret that not only the external attractiveness of a person, but also the nature of the functioning of his internal organs depends on the correct posture. However, one of the most common he alth problems in today's society is poor posture. What are the reasons for such a disappointing circumstance and how to eradicate it?
In medical practice, there are cases in which there is a potential opportunity to restore the most important functions of the human body. This necessitated the development of a specific scheme of actions that can contribute to revival. Next, consider what constitutes a complex of resuscitation measures
The stress hormone, which is constantly present in one or another amount in the body of any person, is called cortisol. This chemical, produced by the adrenal cortex, is vital for many biochemical reactions. In particular, it constricts blood vessels, ensures better functioning of the liver and brain, and also increases blood pressure. The analysis of the content of cortisol in the blood allows the doctor to detect a large number of various diseases at an early stage
Genetic memory is far away, in the backyard of our memory, but it has a huge impact on the life of not only a particular individual, but society as a whole. It is studied by great scientists and psychics, psychologists and doctors. However, there is still no complete understanding of how it arises and functions
Many have heard of such a disease as VVD. What kind of diagnosis, not everyone knows. If you are constantly tormented by headaches, shortness of breath, dizziness, you get tired easily, then you have vegetovascular dystonia
Why do some ladies have swollen ankles? The reasons may be very different. The most common explanation lies in women's shoes
Numbness of the toes brings a person at least a state of discomfort, since a short loss of sensation in the foot is most often replaced by pain and a tingling sensation. Why are my big toes numb? Now let's try to understand this issue in detail
How to measure the length of the legs? Hundreds of thousands of women around the world are trying to find the answer to this question, regardless of nationality and age
The history of the official appearance of nurses dates back to 1617. A nurse is the doctor's second hand, his indispensable assistant. The classification of the profession, due to the large number of areas of activity, is clearly defined, and it is worth noting that positions are not always interchangeable. What are the duties of an operating room nurse?
How to bring down the lower pressure quickly, in the absence of the necessary medications, everyone who has patients with hypertension in the family should know. Also, knowledge will not be superfluous for people who are in the category of those predisposed to such metamorphoses with he alth
One of the most sought-after doctors is a neurologist. Do you know who a neurologist is and what diseases he treats? All doctors of Yekaterinburg in one article
Today, the Goosebump head massager is quite common. Its benefits are obvious, so it has become popular, and no one is surprised by its strange appearance
A blood test to determine the level of vitamin D is done in order to detect metabolic disorders, as well as to monitor the condition of a patient who has been prescribed medications containing this vitamin. You can conduct such a study in any medical laboratory, where the patient will receive a decoded result
Tattoo in the army is not a hindrance. However, its location, size, semantic content matters. For too violent drawings, a psychotherapist can register. Then you won't see the service. Along with this, there will be many other problems
Brain biopsy refers to invasive research methods. There is a risk of damage to thin cells due to inaccurate sampling of biomaterial. In medical practice, there are real examples of death, fortunately, they are quite rare