Illness
Genital warts – How do they develop and what can be done about them?
Genital warts are benign skin growths in the genital area. They are caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are among the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide.
Acute and chronic bronchitis – causes, symptoms and treatment
A cough, phlegm in the throat and a feeling of tightness in the chest: these symptoms may be signs of bronchitis. This condition involves inflammation of the bronchi in the lungs. Acute bronchitis is usually caused by viruses and is particularly common in winter, during the colder months.
Sore throat – causes, symptoms and treatment
A sore throat can have many causes and often occurs alongside difficulty swallowing, hoarseness or a headache. In many cases, it is caused by viral infections such as a cold or flu, but bacterial infections or irritants may also be to blame.
HPV in men
HPV does not only affect women – men also frequently become infected, usually without realising it. It is estimated that up to 80 per cent of all sexually active people will contract HPV at least once in their lifetime. The infection usually goes unnoticed and often remains undetected for a long time.
Colds (flu-like infections): What really helps?
A flu-like infection, often referred to as a cold, is an infection of the nasal mucosa and the upper respiratory tract. A cold usually begins with a sore throat or a tickle in the throat, followed shortly afterwards by a runny nose.
Fever: What really helps? Home remedies and medicines
A fever is the body’s natural response to fighting off pathogens. That is why you should not immediately resort to measures to bring down a fever. Find out here when it makes sense to bring down a fever, and which medicines or home remedies can help.
Hives (urticaria): triggers, symptoms and treatment
Hives (urticaria) are one of the most common skin conditions. They can occur at any age, in children as well as in adults. They are typically characterised by sudden-onset, itchy welts on the skin.
Haemorrhoids – Recognising, treating and preventing them
Almost everyone develops haemorrhoids at some point in their life. There’s no need to feel embarrassed.
Kidney stones
Kidney stones are crystallised components of urine that form in the kidneys, renal pelvis and the urinary tract.
Scarlet fever – causes, symptoms, treatment
Scarlet fever is an infectious disease and is generally regarded as a childhood illness. However, adults can also contract it. Read more about the symptoms and treatment here.
What is an allergic shock (anaphylactic shock)?
An allergic shock (anaphylactic shock) is a severe allergic reaction in which the body reacts suddenly and very violently to an allergen, which can affect the entire body. The most common triggers for anaphylactic shock are certain foods, insect venoms and medicines.
Baker’s cyst – causes, symptoms, treatment
A Baker’s cyst is a bulge in the joint capsule of the knee joint that is filled with synovial fluid.
Treatments for allergies
Allergies are among the most common chronic health problems, and their prevalence is steadily increasing. Avoiding allergens plays a key role in their treatment, but there are also medicines to relieve the symptoms, as well as options such as desensitisation and complementary medicine approaches.
Allergy tests
Allergy tests are various testing methods used to confirm an allergy diagnosis. They are important for ensuring that treatment can be started in good time, as allergies can progress and lead to increasingly severe symptoms.
Whooping cough (pertussis)
Whooping cough, an infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract, can present differently in children and adults.
Chickenpox – Definition, Symptoms, Treatment
Chickenpox (varicella) is a highly contagious viral disease. It mainly affects children, but adults can also be affected.