general clinic

Brain concussion is an injury that affects all areas of the brain and temporarily changes its normal functions, such as memory, concentration or balance, for example. Generally, concussion is more frequent after more severe trauma, such as traffic accidents, but may also arise due to falls or blows to the head due to contact sports

If malaria is not identified and treated quickly, there may be some complications, especially in children, pregnant women and people with the most compromised immune system, such as kidney failure, hypoglycemia, pulmonary edema and brain disorders. The prognosis of malaria is worse when the person has hypoglycaemia, seizures, changes in consciousness and repeated vomiting, and should be referred urgently to the emergency room so that symptoms can be controlled

Treatment for infectious parotitis, a disease also known as mumps, is directed at reducing symptoms, as there are no specific medications for the elimination of the virus that causes the disease. The patient should be kept at rest throughout the duration of the infection and avoid any physical exertion

Electroconvulsive therapy or ECT is a type of treatment that causes changes in the electrical activity of the brain, regulating the levels of the neurotransmitters serotonin, dopamine, noradrenaline and glutamate, and can then be used in the treatment of depression, schizophrenia and other psychological disorders

Foods that accelerate metabolism and detoxify the body, are mainly rich in caffeine such as coffee and green tea, or seasonings like cinnamon and spices, as they are rich in substances that accelerated metabolism such as catechins and capsaicins. Thus, when used in conjunction with a healthy diet and frequent practice of physical activity, they help increase weight loss and improve the functioning of the body

The pituitary gland, also known as pituitary gland, is a gland located in the brain responsible for the production of various hormones that allow and maintain the proper functioning of the body. Pituitary activity is controlled by the hypothalamus which is a region of the brain responsible for perceiving the need for the organism and sending information to the pituitary so that the body's processes are regulated

The swollen stomach feeling may be related to several factors, but mainly with poor digestion, intolerance to some foods and excess gas. However, stomach swelling may indicate infections by parasites or bacteria, such as H. pylori , for example, and should be treated. The swollen stomach normally does not pose serious health problems, but it is important that the cause is identified so that one can change eating habits or initiate drug treatment, for example to relieve swelling, as it can be quite uncomfortable

Emotional labyrinthitis arises when there is an inflammation of labyrinths, which are structures that are inside the ear and that affect the balance, caused by emotional processes of excessive stress or anxiety, for example. Thus, this type of labyrinthitis is more recurrent in people with depression or who suffer with anxiety disorder, for example

Cervical adenitis, also known as cervical lymphadenitis, corresponds to inflammation of the lymph nodes located in the cervical region, ie around the head and neck and is more commonly identified in children. Cervical lymphadenitis usually develops due to infections by viruses or bacteria, but can also be a symptom of tumors, such as what happens in lymphoma, for example

Sunstroke can be a serious problem that can even cause serious dehydration and burns of 2nd or 3rd and is caused by excessive and irresponsible sun exposure. Thus, to avoid having sunstroke, it is important to avoid sun exposure in the hottest hours, between 12 a.m. and 4 p.m., and wear sunscreen, hats or caps, and wide and fresh clothing

Plastic surgery can be dangerous because there may be some complications such as infection, thrombosis or rupture of the stitches. But these complications are more frequent in people who have chronic diseases, anemia or taking anticoagulants like Varfina and Aspirin, for example. In addition, there is a greater chance of complications when the surgery lasts more than 2 hours, in case of general anesthesia or when having a big surgery, such as abdominoplasty followed by breast prosthesis and gluteal graft, for example

Pelvic pain is a pain felt in the lower abdomen, also known as "foot of the belly" and is usually a sign of gynecological, urologic, intestinal or pregnancy related problems. This symptom is more common in women, but it can also occur in man, being more related to intestinal problems or in the prostate, for example

'Rivet' is the name of a drug derived from amphetamines, which is also known by students as 'Ball'. The main effect of this drug is to raise the alertness of the individual, which apparently can be good for studying longer, without getting tired, or to drive long journeys at night because it disturbs sleep

Drug use may favor the occurrence of various diseases, such as endocarditis, renal failure, respiratory and infectious diseases that can be transmitted sexually or through the sharing of contaminated needles. The severity of the disease caused by the drug depends on the type and amount of drug ingested, which tends to increase over time due to dependence

The coma corresponds to the state of unconsciousness in which all functions of the organism are reduced, although the brain continues to produce electrical signals capable of maintaining vital functions, such as breathing, for example. Coma can occur due to several situations, such as severe head bumps, infections and excessive consumption of alcohol, for example, being called an alcoholic coma in this case

The urge to vomit corresponds to the urge to vomit, not necessarily resulting in vomiting, and which may arise due to consumption of very fatty foods, gastritis or even be indicative of pregnancy, for example. Some people also feel the urge to vomit when they are in a boat or car that shakes a lot or when they see or feel something that feels disgust or disgust, for example

It is normal for metabolism to decrease with advancing age, but other factors also contribute to slowing down metabolism and hampering weight loss, such as lack of physical activity, excess body fat and poor diet. However, some strategies can be used to accelerate metabolism and favor weight loss and improve disposition and well-being, as shown below: 1

Overdose is a set of harmful effects caused by overuse of drugs or medicines, which may occur suddenly or slowly, from the constant use of these substances. It happens when a high dose of drugs or medications is taken, not giving the body time to eliminate the excess drug before it causes dangerous side effects such as loss of consciousness and death

Laryngitis is an inflammation in the larynx whose main symptom is hoarseness of variable intensity. It can be acute when it is caused by a viral infection like a common or chronic cold caused by excessive use of voice, severe infections, allergic reactions and inhalation of irritants such as cigarette smoke

The septum deviation corresponds to the alteration of the position of the wall separating the nostrils, the septum, which may be due to blows to the nose, local inflammation or present from birth, and which mainly cause difficulty in breathing. Thus, people who have deviated nasal septum should consult an otolaryngologist if it is disrupting the respiratory process and the person's quality of life, and then the need for surgical correction of the problem is evaluated