Blog for Patients
COVID-19 infection tests – in questions and answers
There are many myths and controversies around COVID-19 testing. It is interesting to look at the common confusion due in part to the variety of
COVID-19 Vaccine
The COVID-19 vaccine will be available in Poland soon. The outbreak of the epidemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2)
Menopause – How to Deal With It?
Menopause is a natural process that every woman goes through. For some women, this time can be tough and difficult. Strong hormonal changes in a
AMANTADINE and its multidirectional action
In Poland, drugs with amantadine are available in the form of tablets or capsules orally and as an injection solution. They can only be obtained
Diabetes – how to recognize it, types and treatment
What is Diabetes? In a properly functioning organism, the pancreas is an exocrine organ (it produces pancreatic juice rich in digestive enzymes) and an endocrine
Alopecia – causes, types, treatment
Alopecia, or excessive hair loss, can take many forms and may have various causes. Not all hair loss has to mean baldness. If you are
Hyperthyroidism – symptoms, treatment
Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine. When the thyroid gland is sick, the whole body becomes
Asthma – diseases of the respiratory system
What is asthma? Due to the reasons for the development of ventilation pathologies, they are divided into: restrictive disorders caused by limitation of the functional
Psoriasis – types, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Psoriasis – what is this disease? Psoriasis is a long-term autoimmune disease. It causes aggregation of skin cells. This leads to its peeling. Scales are
Migraine
Migraine: characteristics, treatment, prevention Migraine pain is one of the most common chronic diseases. Statistically, it occurs more often in women and it is estimated
Heart disease and cardiovascular disease – how to prevent it? Moving is healthy!
Movement is health – prevention of heart diseases and cardiovascular diseases. Heart and circulatory system diseases are the main cause of death in Poland and
Respiratory physiotherapy: Why is it worth catching your breath in times of a pandemic?
Respiratory physiotherapy – what is it and why is it so important? Pulmonary physiotherapy is nothing new and breathing exercises are also often used in
Nootropics and procognitive drugs
Nootropics and procognitive drugs – these are substances that enhance the work of the brain. In the era of rushing time, when we are overwhelmed
Gluten-free diet – who should use it?
Gluten-free diet – who should use it? A gluten-free diet is considered a diet with health benefits by many people. In the case of celiac
Psychotropic drugs and breastfeeding
It has been assumed that lactating women should limit the use of any medications, but there are situations in which the patient is obliged to
Pharmacological obesity treatment – for whom and how?
Obesity treatment is determined by the body’s fat content. In practice, indicators such as BMI are used for diagnostic purposes. A BMI value above 30
Quit smoking – the modern way!
Quitting smoking is often a difficult task. Annually, about 30% of smokers attempt to quit smoking, of which a little over 1/3 manage to achieve
Aspirin – what should you know?
Acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin) The history of the discovery of this substance, known around the world for over a hundred years, is very turbulent, many scientists
Pain – the most commonly used drugs
Painkillers are the most frequently prescribed group of drugs in clinical practice. Their appropriate selection allows for the reduction of side effects, and also improves
Coffee – properties, health effects, drug or drug?
Coffee.. many of us cannot imagine normal functioning without a morning dose of caffeine.The unique and characteristic taste of coffee and its stimulating effect make
