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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.

Allergy

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

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

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.

Allergology
Cough

Whooping cough (pertussis)

Whooping cough, an infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract, can present differently in children and adults.

Teething troubles

Chickenpox – Definition, Symptoms, Treatment

Chickenpox (varicella) is a highly contagious viral disease. It mainly affects children, but adults can also be affected.

Chickenpox
Illness

Measles – Definition, Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention

The condition usually progresses without complications; however, in some cases it can take a severe course.

Illness

Heart attacks in women

The symptoms of a heart attack manifest themselves differently in women than in men. As a result, the danger is often not recognised in time.

Cardiology
Illness

Atrial fibrillation – causes and treatment

Atrial fibrillation is a heart rhythm disorder that is usually chronic. It is considered a risk factor for stroke. If atrial fibrillation is treated appropriately, most people can still lead a normal life.

Cardiology
Illness

Shock – a medical emergency

Shock is a life-threatening circulatory disorder in which the body is no longer supplied with sufficient blood and oxygen.

ADHD – Causes, risk factors and treatment

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD for short, affects people of all ages. The main symptoms of ADHD are inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. These symptoms can have a negative impact in various areas of life, such as at school or at work.