Medicine
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Often, picking up another unknown jar of cream or baby food, we try to decipher the composition of this product, trying to find natural ingredients. Despite its clearly chemical name, lauric acid does not have any harmful effects on either the skin or the internal organs of a person
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Saliva plays a very important role in the process of human digestion. Its production and secretion occurs in the salivary glands, the largest of which are located near the ears, under the lower jaw and tongue. It is these glands that secrete most of the secret that enters the oral cavity through the ducts of the salivary glands. Their structure, functions, diseases and methods of treatment are presented with the article
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In many respects, this organ is the best: the largest, the heaviest and the most multifunctional. Where is it located and what is it called? We are talking about skin
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A fairly large number of people believe that only obese and pregnant women can have a voluminous belly. This is not entirely true. Sometimes this symptom may indicate disorders in the body, for example, due to poor nutrition
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Lipidogram is a blood test that allows you to find out the state of lipid (fat) metabolism in the body. This name refers to a series of blood tests for lipid metabolism
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Diseases of the heart and the associated vascular system have now become a huge problem of modern human civilization. At the same time, the more prosperous the society is in terms of living standards, the more serious the situation is in terms of the number of people suffering from coronary heart disease
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Magnesium is necessary for the normal course of many processes in the body. It comes only with food and does not accumulate. Therefore, it is necessary that a certain amount of it be received daily. The daily intake of magnesium depends on the gender of the person, age and he alth status. In today's society, mineral deficiencies are common. And magnesium deficiency is especially felt
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In some cases, a preliminary medical examination is a prerequisite for employment. The conditions for its implementation are dictated by the established legislation
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Many professions are associated with dangerous or harmful factors that negatively affect a person's life. Some people do not have the opportunity to learn a particular craft at all for he alth reasons
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Pre-trip medical examination of drivers is a mandatory requirement for all employees of enterprises whose activities are related to the operation of any type of vehicle. Compliance with this condition is strictly controlled. And this is not surprising - every year, about 12 thousand road accidents are caused by drunk and sleepy drivers
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Daily inhalations at home are an excellent remedy for many respiratory diseases. That is why every family should have a nebulizer (inhaler). This is a special device that is easy to use, compact and practical. You can choose an inhaler-nebulizer ultrasonic or compression. About what other types of the mentioned unit are, how to use it correctly, read the article
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Fear is a feeling that is familiar to a person from birth. To a greater or lesser extent, each of us experiences a feeling of fear almost daily. But why do we experience such an emotion, what is the mechanism for the emergence of such a state? It turns out that the cause of the formation of this feeling is the hormone of fear. Read more about the physiology of the occurrence of such an emotion in our material
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Polio is a dangerous disease that can lead to disability. How to protect a child from such a threat? The only way is through immunization. In our article, we will consider the mechanism of action of vaccinations, explain what an unscheduled vaccination against polio is. We will also talk about possible risks, existing contraindications and vaccination rules
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A burn is damage to the skin, tissues or mucous membranes as a result of traumatic exposure to hot objects, liquids, chemicals, sunlight. The mechanism of getting burns can be very different and depends on the situation
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What is functional diagnostics? This is one of the sections of medical science that combines a number of diagnostic procedures that allow you to objectively assess the functionality of all organs and systems of the human body. Functional diagnostics includes the following methods: taking an electrocardiogram, echocardiography, Holter monitoring of an electrocardiogram, daily monitoring of blood pressure, and others
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Bactericidal lamps are widely used in domestic conditions, in medical institutions, catering establishments and children's. How to choose lamps, what they are used for and what principle of operation they have, we will tell in the article
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Abdominal syndrome in medicine is commonly referred to as a set of symptoms, the main criterion for which is abdominal pain. It should be noted right away that it often does not have a direct connection with any surgical pathology, but is caused either by diseases of the organs located in the abdominal cavity, or problems with the patient's nervous system, the state of his lungs and heart. An inflammatory process in the peritoneum caused by exposure to toxic substances can also provoke the named pain
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There are so many round-the-clock pharmacies in Saransk that you can count them on the fingers of one hand. Therefore, it is important to know where they are in order to quickly navigate if necessary. After all, each person may need to urgently purchase a certain drug
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Today, thanks to scientific progress, the pot of hot potatoes has been replaced by a nebulizer. This is a compression medical device that can be used for both treatment and prevention of diseases. The most widely used AED inhaler on the market
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Any fracture is dangerous for its consequences, especially if such a nuisance has befallen an elderly person. If a hip fracture occurs, the recovery process can take a very long time. The patient is prescribed physiotherapy, physiotherapy exercises, drug therapy, therapeutic massage and other procedures. The patient should take treatment very seriously, because the injury can cause prolonged depression against the background of prolonged physical discomfort
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Brilliant green antiseptic solution can be found in the first aid kit of every Russian family. This tool treats any abrasions and cuts. It is also indispensable for many skin diseases, in particular, it is used to treat chicken pox. One of the problems of this antiseptic is its bright color combined with high durability. How to wash brilliant green from skin and household items?
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The great Russian surgeon Nikolai Ivanovich Pirogov: contribution to medicine and science. Description of the life path of a great man, his scientific works, brilliant medical discoveries and interesting facts from the life of a scientist in a summary for children
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The edge effect is a phenomenon of faster memorization of the beginning and end of an informative series compared to its middle. In the article you will find examples of the use of the phenomenon in various fields, an analysis of the influence of the edge effect on a person's perception of reality
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The adrenal glands are called glands that are located above the kidneys. They consist of two layers. One of them is called cortical, and the second - cerebral. These two layers have different functional tasks
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The article briefly characterizes the role of the adrenal glands, discusses the most common pathologies of the adrenal glands. An explanation of what contrast is is given. Indications for CT are listed, contraindications: relative, absolute, contraindications for CT with contrast. The process of preparation for the procedure and the procedure itself are described in detail, possible complications during CT scan with contrast are listed. Pathologies that can be detected using CT are listed. The methods of their surgical treatment are briefly described
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Vitamins and microelements are organic substances indispensable for humans, which take part in all metabolic processes of cells and tissues, thereby contributing to the proper functioning of organs and systems. Vitamins enter the human body with food, but there are conditions in which the level of substances is insufficient. In cases where this was confirmed by an analysis for vitamins, specialists prescribe mono- or multivitamin complexes to correct the condition
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The ability of blood to clot is a protective reaction of the body during bleeding, this function is a very important indicator for maintaining a comfortable life in everyday conditions. If a blood vessel is damaged, certain blood cells create clots that stop further blood loss. Blood clotting parameters change with malfunctions in the body and with age
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You may not know this, but a he althy gut plays a huge role in preserving and maintaining the normal functioning of the whole organism. When this part of the digestive tract malfunctions, many different diseases occur. And this is not only the pathology of the gastrointestinal tract. An unhe althy gut causes migraines and acne, rheumatic symptoms, aggressiveness and depression
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During normal functioning in the body there is a constant division of cells, their renewal. It is a controlled and orderly process. Some mechanisms stimulate the growth of new cells, while others cause inhibition, blocking this process
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What is a Bladder MRI? How much does the examination cost? What are the indications for it? Advantages and disadvantages of the procedure. What diseases can this diagnosis reveal? When is it needed? When is contrast used? What are the contraindications? How to properly prepare for the examination? Who deciphers its result?
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The work of the heart ensures the functioning of all organs of the body. Due to its contractions, the blood constantly moves to biological tissues, where it gives off oxygen and removes metabolites, carbon dioxide. Returning through the veins, it goes to the lungs, where it is again saturated with oxygen. With each new systole, this cycle maintains a continuous blood supply, which can be disturbed by arrhythmia, a decrease or increase in the heart rate
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Ultrasound examination - determination of pathological changes in tissues and organs using ultrasound. Ultrasound is based on the mechanism of echolocation, that is, the reception of signals sent and then reflected from the interfaces of tissue media with different acoustic characteristics
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There are situations when a doctor prescribes an abdominal ultrasound to make a diagnosis. Many patients have not even heard such a definition. Therefore, a natural question arises: what does abdominal ultrasound mean? This is a research method by which the doctor receives accurate information about the organs of the retroperitoneal space, abdominal cavity, excretory system and kidneys
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The he alth and mental state of a person depend on many factors. One of them is the climate, it is he who has a huge impact on the human body. In this article, we will look at how climate affects people
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A steam-moist inhaler is necessary for people who want to have clean skin, as well as for colds of the upper respiratory tract. Inhalations perfectly help to cope with a runny nose and dry cough, moisturizing the nasal passages and bronchi. After inhalation of medicinal decoctions, a noticeable improvement in the condition occurs, therefore the procedures are recommended for both children and adults
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Feature of the formation of the skeleton is the uneven and gradual growth of its growth and the distal direction from top to bottom. Those parts of the musculoskeletal system that receive the maximum axial load mature faster than others. This refers to the tubular bones with their articular ends, where the muscles are attached. Here are the ossification nuclei, which also appear as the body develops. If this happens in a timely manner by age, then the development process occurs normally
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Modern effective medicines for herpes in intimate places. Features of the therapy, practical recommendations. Traditional treatment, antiviral and immunomodulatory therapy. The use of traditional medicine as a supplement to the main treatment
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Cerebral insufficiency (CI) is currently considered as a set of syndromes resulting from acute dysfunction of the central nervous system, usually caused by cerebral ischemia or swelling. This concept has its own semantics, both clinical and pathophysiological, which is used to describe disorders and disorders in various periods of stroke
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What is otoscopy, varieties of otoscope. Indications and features of the procedure. Preparation, practical recommendations and rules. The nuances of the implementation of otoscopy in adults and children. You will learn all this from this article
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Body temperature is one of the main indicators of he alth. Any deviation from the norm (36.6) is a sign of a malfunction in the body. The fact that an increase in body temperature is a characteristic sign of the development of the inflammatory process and is the reason for going to the doctor is known to everyone. But not everyone knows what a low body temperature of 35.5 means, how it feels. Therefore, it is worth figuring out what provokes a decrease in temperature, how to react to it and what to do