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Transluminal endoscopic surgery, is a type of surgery performed through the body's natural orifices, leaving no scars. The vagina, rectum, mouth, stomach, urethra and navel are the holes used to perform this type of surgery, and the vagina is the most used orifice because it allows a minimal invasion of the abdomen and removal of the necessary tissues

Empty saddle syndrome is a problem that arises when the turkish saddle is filled with cerebrospinal fluid due to a herniation into the saddle, which leads to compression of normal pituitary tissue, which may impair the production of some hormones or the functioning of other glands, such as ovaries, testicles or thyroid, for example

Neutropenia occurs when blood cells, called neutrophils, are small in the body, less than 1500 / mm3. Therefore, as the body has small amount of the main defense cells is weakened and more easily appear infections. The risk of developing infections is related to the number of neutrophils, therefore, in: Mild neutropenia - neutrophils are between 1000 to 1500 and the risk of infection is minimal

Auto-transplantation of bone marrow is widely used when the patient needs to make treatments for cancer, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Normally, the process of auto-transplanting bone marrow consists of removing healthy cells from the patient's body prior to treatment and then injecting them again when the treatments are over, allowing the body to produce more healthy cells

Trichinellosis is a parasitic infection caused by Trichinella spiralis , popularly known as roundworm, present in raw or undercooked pork or wild animals. The individual eating pork or meat from raw or poorly cooked contaminated wild animals may become infected with the larvae of the parasite. Initially, the larva is housed in the individual's intestine and then gives rise to small larvae that can reach the body's cells, affecting muscles and even the brain, in more severe cases

Mediastinum cancer is characterized by the growth of a tumor in the space between the lungs, as shown in the figure, which includes the trachea, thymus, heart, esophagus and part of the lymphatic and nervous system, causing symptoms such as difficulty swallowing or breathing. Generally, mediastinal cancer is more common in patients between the ages of 30 and 50, but it can also occur in children, and in these cases it is usually benign and easy to treat

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a rare genetic disease that causes the patient to have deformed, short and fragile bones from birth, being susceptible to constant fractures. There are 4 types of imperfect osteogenesis, which include: Osteogenesis imperfecta type 1: it is the most common and lighter type of the disease, causing little or no deformation of the bones

It is possible to contain an epidemic of some contagious disease by preventing it from spreading, following Anvisa guidelines, such as avoiding travel and frequenting crowded places such as a shopping mall, cinema or restaurants. An epidemic can happen when diseases, such as Ebola or influenza A, which are highly contagious, begin to contaminate many people in the same region in a short space of time

To avoid the 5 most common and easily acquired viral diseases, such as colds, flu, viral gastroenteritis, viral pneumonia and viral meningitis, it is essential to wash hands frequently with soap and water, especially after meals, after using the toilet, before and after a visit to a sick person, whether in hospital or at home

The first recorded cases of Ebola fatalities emerged in Central Africa in the year 1976 when humans were contaminated through contact with corpses of monkeys. Although the origin of Ebola is unknown, it is known that the virus is present in some species of bats that do not develop the disease but can transmit it

Skipping meals does not lose weight because it will make you hungrier and eat more food in the next meal. By skipping a meal, the body goes on alert and is waiting for the next meal to soak up all the nutrients especially sugar and fat. When skipping meals, even if only one, fasting lasts longer, which impairs weight loss because: It lowers the metabolism, causing the body to spend less calories; It hinders the control of hunger; Do not let gymnastics take effect; Increases moodiness

The causes of fibromyalgia are still unknown, but there are some situations that can make pain worse, such as excessive physical exertion, emotional stress, infections, exposure to cold, sleep disturbances or physical trauma. Fibromyalgia causes pain throughout the body and other symptoms such as increased sensitivity to pain, tiredness, stiff muscles and unrefreshing sleep, affecting women more in their 35s and 50s

Feeding pigeons in the street can be harmful because of the innumerable bacteria and microorganisms that these animals possess, which can leave humans susceptible to diseases such as mycoses, salmonellosis, cryptococcosis, ornithosis and dermatitis, as well as having lice that can also be parasitic the humans

In the development of the baby at 2 months is expected to make a sketch of satisfaction, joy or anguish in their expressions and stop crying when placed in the lap. In addition, it is expected that it will already be able to: Move your legs as if you were pedaling; Turn your head toward a different sound; Pay attention to the voice of parents; Accompany with the eyes the objects that move; Vocalize some sounds with "ah", "eh" or "uh"; Lift your head for a few seconds holding it up when facedown

Chronic migraine is a severe headache only on one side that happens in the form of seizures that last from 3 to 72 hours for 15 days or more per month for more than 3 months. Generally migraine attacks evolve with worsening of frequency and intensity, generating daily chronic migraine. It is most often caused by the overuse of oral analgesic drugs that the individual takes to self-medicate against migraine

Treatment for Proteus Syndrome, a condition characterized by exaggerated growth of the skin, should be individualized and chosen by the physician according to the general health of the patient. Proteus Syndrome has no cure, but there are some procedures that aim to alleviate the symptoms of the disease in patients

To avoid catching Ebola, it is important to follow all Ebola virus prevention instructions whenever you are in locations in epidemic periods. The main ways of preventing Ebola are: Avoid contact with infected individuals or animals , not touching bleeding wounds or contaminated objects, using condoms in all sexual relations or not staying in the same room as an infected individual; Do not eat gnawed fruits as they may be contaminated with the saliva of contaminated animals, especially in places where there are fruit bats; Wear special protective clothing consisting of impervious gloves, a mask,

Treatment for angioma depends on its location, size and severity. Angioma in the skin does not cause severe complications and can be removed or disappear spontaneously. However, cerebral angioma can cause complications such as numbness in the arms or legs, and in some cases, be removed through surgery

The main benefits of equine therapy, which consists of treating the disabled with horses , are: Improves balance and posture; Development of motor coordination; Stimulation of tactile, visual and auditory sensitivity; Improves muscle tone: Increased muscle strength; Facilitates social integration; Development of fine motor; Stimulation of the functioning of internal organs; Increased self-esteem and self-confidence; Stimulation of affection due to contact with an animal; Promotes the sense of well-being; Equine therapy is a therapy that uses horses and provides benefits to people of all ages, t

Artistic Gymnastics, also known as Olympic gymnastics, is an Olympic sport that involves motor coordination, muscular strength, flexibility, musicality and body control. This sport can be practiced by children from 5 years of age. The sooner you start an athlete's career, the greater your chances of success