Medical terms 2024, November

Fainting - short-term loss of consciousness caused by brain hypoxia

The wasp sting is extremely painful, but much worse - it often causes an allergic reaction. And if in most cases it is possible to get rid of short-term, albeit intense, pain and swelling at the site of the bite

Venereology is a branch of medicine that studies and treats sexually transmitted diseases (in honor of Venus, the goddess of love in the pantheon of the ancient Romans)

The area of urology research is diseases of the genitourinary system in men and the urinary system in women. In urology, treatment is carried out by surgical and conservative methods

Gastroenterology is a field of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Diseases are the most common pathology

Frostbite (frostbite) is tissue damage that occurs at low temperatures (usually below -10 ° C). Can be observed even at zero ambient temperature - in cases where there are large heat losses per unit of time

Electric shock causes electrical injury - a special type of injury that is different from all others. Electricians, due to their professional activities, and children, due to their curiosity and lack of attention from adults, are most often subjected to electric shock

A burn is damage to body tissues resulting from exposure to high temperatures. In addition to thermal, burns are also electrical, chemical and radiation

About 1.3 billion people worldwide are addicted to nicotine, and millions of them are looking for easy ways to quit smoking. All such people are divided into several groups according to the type of addiction, which determines the way to quit smoking

The most common cause of death on water, experts call alcohol intoxication, it accounts for about 40% of all cases of drowning. The second most common reason is overconfidence, as strange as it sounds

Mental illnesses are very common, according to medical statistics, every fifth person is subject to one form or another of mental disorders, temporary or permanent

Hematology is a branch of medicine dealing with the study, treatment and prevention of diseases of the blood and hematopoietic organs

Otorhinolaryngology is a branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the upper respiratory tract. Diseases of the ears, throat, nose are treated both therapeutically and surgically

Ligaments are bundles of connective tissue fibers, the task of which is clear from their name - they bind together the tissues of bones and joints. It is a very strong and flexible mechanism, but even it can be damaged if inadequate force is applied

In folk medicine, it is believed that bee stings are good for health, there is a whole section of medicine - apitherapy, which is devoted to the treatment of various diseases with bee venom. However, a bee sting, besides being very painful, can cause an allergic reaction - which is why it is necessary to be able to provide first aid

The harm of a hookah is that when smoking it, more nicotine gets into the body than when smoking cigarettes

Ophthalmology is a field of medicine that studies anatomy and physiology, eye diseases and develops methods of treatment and prevention

Fracture is a common type of injury in which the integrity of the bone occurs

First aid in case of accidents is certain measures that can temporarily alleviate the suffering of the victim and even save his life until an ambulance arrives

Myopathy is a group of diseases characterized by gradually increasing muscle weakness due to muscle atrophy. The reasons are mostly genetic

Dentistry - modern methods of treatment and diagnosis of diseases of the oral cavity, as well as a description of diseases of the oral cavity

Dermatology - a description of skin diseases, modern methods of their diagnosis and treatment

A stroke is an acute disorder of the blood circulation in the brain. This is an extremely dangerous condition that carries an immediate threat to human life

Dieffenbachia is an unpretentious evergreen that adorns many homes and offices. Its elongated-oval large leaves with a variegated pattern fit well into a modern interior. But when purchasing dieffenbachia to decorate your home, do not forget that this beautiful plant poses a danger to others, and especially to children

Hypertensive crisis is an acute condition characterized by a sharp rise in blood pressure (BP), which carries an immediate threat to life. Therefore, it is important to know the signs of this condition and to be able to provide first aid for hypertensive crisis

Endocrinology is a field of medicine that deals with diseases of the endocrine glands, which ensure the flow of hormones into the blood. Modern endocrinology has significant capabilities

Nicotine patch is an effective remedy for weaning from nicotine addiction

Vitamin H (B7) is involved in protein, fat and carbohydrate processes, and its deficiency leads to anemia and various dermatoses

Vitamin B15 is necessary to lower cholesterol levels, normalize fat metabolism, and also promotes vasodilation and suppression of inflammatory processes

Vitamin U is a group of vitamin-like substances. The main feature is the ability to heal erosion of the gastrointestinal mucosa

Vitamin B12 takes part in the body's metabolic processes and regulates immune processes. Lack of it leads to baldness and early graying

Vitamin B13 helps to lower blood cholesterol levels, and also has a beneficial effect on the development of pregnancy, contributing to the proper development of the fetus

Vitamin P is a group of bioflavonoids containing about 150 vitamins that have the properties of rutin

Vitamin B4, found in many foods, is essential for the nervous system, lowering cholesterol, and preventing liver damage

Vitamin B8 is synthesized from glucose in body tissues and provides metabolic processes, activates lipid metabolism and regulates cholesterol levels

Vitamin K is a group of fat-soluble compounds formed in two main forms: phylloquinone and menaquinone

Vitamin A (retinol) promotes the regeneration of protein synthesis, normalizes metabolism and slows down the aging process

Vitamin B2 - riboflavin, has a positive effect on the condition of the skin, therefore it is considered a vitamin for health and beauty

Vitamin E improves blood circulation, accelerates healing, and is useful in premenstrual syndrome. Lack of it leads to metabolic disorders

Vitamin B1 is one of the water-soluble B vitamins, isolated by a Japanese scientist in 1910