general clinic

The treatment for filariasis is directed to prevent the evolution and to correct the changes caused by the disease through medical methods. The drugs used in individuals with filariasis are called Diethylcarbamazine and Ivermectin. Treatment with diethylcarbamazine is done for 12 days, but in some individuals this drug does not demonstrate efficacy on adult parasites, in those cases a surgical intervention is necessary to remove the parasites and the drug treatment can be repeated

Thrombosis is the formation of clots or thrombi within the blood vessels, preventing the flow of blood. Any surgery can increase the risk of developing thrombosis, since it is common to be kept in a long time both during and after the procedure, which impairs circulation. Therefore, in order to avoid thrombosis after surgery, it is recommended to begin small walks shortly after the doctor's release, wear elastic stockings for about 10 days or until it is possible to walk again normally, to move the legs and feet while is lying down and taking anticoagulant medicines to prevent the formation

Homocysteine ​​is an amino acid present in blood plasma that is related to the onset of cardiovascular disease such as stroke, coronary heart disease or heart attack, for example, since its high levels can cause changes in blood vessels. Usually, the cardiologist or general practitioner may order a homocysteine ​​test to look at the amount of this amino acid in the blood, assessing the need to initiate a treatment to prevent the aforementioned cardiovascular problems if the value is high. Normal

Placing a bucket in the bedroom, having plants indoors or bathing with the bathroom door open are great home-made solutions to humidify the air when it is too dry and makes breathing difficult, leaving the nostrils and throat dry. The World Health Organization indicates that the ideal air humidity for health is 60% but in drier climates, such as in the central-west and northeast regions of Brazil, the humidity may be less than 20% that is already a sign because it can cause eye irritation, bleeding from the nose, dry skin and allergic crises, especially in people with asthma or bronchitis

After surgery, it is common to have pain and discomfort at the site that has been manipulated, so it is possible to use analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs, which help control pain and local swelling, such as Dipyrone, Paracetamol, Tramadol, Ibuprofen or Celecoxib, for example. Pain control is very important to allow faster recovery, allow movement, decrease length of hospital stay and need for medical appointments

Fibromyalgia is a chronic syndrome of unknown cause that causes pain throughout the body and other symptoms, such as frequent tiredness and sleep disorders, for example. Understand more about the main signs of this problem. The pain caused by fibromyalgia, despite being generalized, becomes more intense when one presses on certain specific points of the body, the so-called painful points of fibromyalgia and that can be represented on a map, as we have shown

Some good examples of natural treatments for fibromyalgia are herbal teas such as Ginkgo-biloba, aromatherapy with essential oils, relaxation massages or increased consumption of some types of food, especially those that are rich in vitamin D and magnesium. It is important to note that since fibromyalgia has not yet been cured, all of these treatments may be used, but it does not exclude the need for the medication prescribed by the physician

Bacterial adenitis, also known as lymphadenitis or tongue, is an inflammation of one or more lymph nodes, caused by bacteria. This infection can occur anywhere in the body, being common in areas such as neck, armpit, groin or abdomen, and causes swelling, redness, warmth and pain on the spot. A bacterial adenitis can occur in any person, being common in children, and may be caused by different types of bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus , A-group β-hemolytic Streptococcus , Y.

Early puberty is the onset of sexual development before 8 years of age in the girl and before 9 years in the boy. It has as signs the onset of menstruation in girls and the increase of testicles in boys can have different causes and depending on their severity it may be necessary to perform a treatment with medicines or surgery to avoid the complications that it can bring

The mouth breather syndrome arises when the respiration through the nose is replaced, in great majority, by the mouth breathing. This change may occur due to a respiratory tract problem, such as deviated nasal septum, polyps or airway obstruction, or incorrect posture developed without a specific cause

Wearing a tight bra, putting cold compress on the breasts and even tying the breast with a bandage are strategies that can be used to stop milk production, but in some specific cases, the obstetrician or pediatrician may prescribe medicines that dry the milk . By using only the home-made techniques, it is possible to stop about 80% of milk production in the first few days, and when the woman follows all these strategies it is possible to stop lactation in less than 15 days, or less time, if she does not already produce as much milk

When a hair is stuck, signs of inflammation such as pain, redness and a small swelling do not always need to be medicated, exfoliation of the skin is sufficient, but when more severe signs appear as swelling increases, a nut, for example, this may already indicate that it has infected due to the proliferation of viruses, fungi or bacteria

Symptoms of malaria may occur 1 to 4 weeks after infection with Plasmodium protozoa , and include severe headache, malaise, chills with tremors, and fever arising in a cyclic pattern that appears every 2 to 3 days, and relieves after 6 to 12 hours. This infection is transmitted through the female bite of the Anopheles type mosquito, which in Brazil is more common in the Amazon region, although it may occur in any of the other states

To wash fruits and vegetables correctly, reducing the amount of pesticides and microorganisms, the following steps must be taken: Wash food in running water using a brush or brush to remove dirt visible to the naked eye; Leave the fruits and vegetables soaked in a bowl with 1 liter of water and 1 tablespoon of bleach or sodium hypochlorite for 15 minutes; Wash the fruits and vegetables in drinking water to remove excess hypochlorite

Most cases of cysticercosis affect the muscles or skin, and in such cases, it is common for no symptoms to develop. In this way, treatment is generally not necessary because the body is able to eliminate the larvae. However, when larvae affect the eyes, it is very common for symptoms to appear as double or blurred vision, and treatment is necessary to avoid complications such as blindness

Euthanasia, dysthanasia, and orthothanasia are terms that define medical approaches to patient death. Thus, euthanasia is defined as the act of "anticipating death, " dysthanasia characterizes a "slow death with suffering, " while orthatanasia represents "natural death without anticipation or prolongation

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), palliative care is a set of care, made for the person suffering from a serious or incurable disease, and also their family, with the aim of alleviating their suffering, being and quality of life. The types of care that may be involved are: Identify and treat physical symptoms that can be uncomfortable like pain, shortness of breath, vomiting, weakness or insomnia, for example; Identify and care for negative psychological feelings or symptoms, such as distress or sadness; Observe and support in the management of conflicts or social difficulties,

The lymphatic system is a complex set of lymphoid organs, tissues, vessels and ducts, which are distributed throughout the body, whose main functions are to produce and mature the body's defense cells, as well as draining and filtering excess body fluid, directing it into the bloodstream. This fluid uptake, called the lymph, occurs through the capillaries, which are thin vessels that communicate with the cells, and when they reach deeper levels of the body, the capillaries turn into larger lymph vessels

Bariatric surgery, also called gastroplasty, is a stomach reduction surgery that is indicated for weight reduction in case of morbid obesity associated with complications such as diabetes and hypertension, for example. There are different methods to do this surgery, and it can be performed on individuals over 18 years of age and who have failed to lose weight with other treatments

Mold can cause allergy to the skin, rhinitis, and sinusitis because mold spores present in the mold are hovering in the air and coming in contact with the skin and respiratory system causing changes. Other diseases that can also be caused by mold are eye problems that manifest through red and watery eyes, asthma and pneumonia, which especially affect bedridden, elderly and infants