Diseases conditions and symptoms

Study shows that vitamin D protects against acute respiratory infections

A study published in the BMJ in 2017 presented the results of a meta-analysis on the impact of vitamin D on acute respiratory tract infections. Overall, these results show a protective effect, especially in those who receive the vitamin as a supplement every day or once a week. The strongest protective effect of vitamin D intake was observed in those who otherwise suffered from a serious vitamin deficiency (below 25 nmol/l).

Why a pandemic like COVID-19 won't be the last

Although epidemics have occurred throughout human history, at the moment they seem to be gaining strength. In the last 20 years alone, coronaviruses have caused three major outbreaks worldwide. Even more worryingly, the interval between these three pandemics is small. Suresh V Kuchipudi is a virologist and assistant director of the Animal Diagnostics Laboratory at Penn State University, which studies zoonotic viruses. Zoonotic disease is what can be transmitted from pets to humans. He observed that most of the pandemics have something in common, namely that they always start in Asia or Africa, and we do not realize the reasons that provoke them. With this material we will consider the analysis of the virologist.

What we need to know about herpes

Herpes simplex virus is categorized into two types: HSV1 and HSV2. Both cause the appearance of unpleasantly painful skin lesions, better known as ordinary herpes. HSV1 infection is most often transmitted by air-drip and leads to the appearance of herpes on the lips (labes).

Gastritis - symptoms, conventional and herbal remedies

Gastritis is an acute or chronic disease of the digestive tract, which is characterized by inflammation of the mucous membrane of the stomach. What are the causes, how to recognize the symptoms, is there a treatment and what diet to follow?

Antibiotics and the risk of candidiasis

Fungal diseases are considered a serious health problem especially in people with weakened immunity. The most widespread such infection is candidiasis, also known as candidal colpitis and thrush. It is caused by fungi of the Candida genus and develops only under certain conditions. There are high-risk factors that lead to Candida infection, the intake of antibiotics included.

What is Crohn's disease - diagnosis, conventional and herbal treatment

Crohn's disease is a chronic recurrent inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. It belongs to a group of conditions called inflammatory bowel diseases. The disease can affect the entire digestive system and cause symptoms such as diarrhea, serious weight loss, abdominal pain, general fatigue and others. The clinical picture is very similar to ulcerative colitis, and this makes it difficult to differentiate them.

Are there really benefits of fasting

Fasting is becoming more and more popular among different groups of people – from active sports to obese people. The reason is that fasting, also known as intermittent fasting, has noticeable benefits both on our appearance and on our health. Its impact on diseases such as diabetes, dementia and cardiovascular disease is the subject of increased scientific interest and research.

How to identify the ulcer of the stomach - causes, symptoms and treatment

Burning pain in the stomach area, nausea, lack of appetite and premature feeling that we have eaten - these are some of the symptoms by which we can recognise the peptic ulcer of the stomach. If a close relative of ours has suffered from this disease, the risk of it happening to us is greater.

Stem cell transplantation as cancer treatment

When it is necessary and when it is possible to treat with stem cells, for which types of cancer, what is a stem cell transplant and how it works.

Postpartum depression - what are the symptoms, how long does it normally last and how to recover from it

Becoming parents is a dream of many couples who have reached this serious stage in their relationship. But the creation of the first child is often shrouded in romantic pink fog and unrealistic expectations. And the baby, like any living organism, has its constant needs. It requires 24/7 care and attention which can easily lead to exhaustion...