The latest medical news, expert views on key health issues, as well as advice on disease prevention and management.
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Breast Cyst
Cystic masses are characterized by hidden symptoms. They are often detected during preventive screening in women aged 30-50. If a breast cyst has been detected, the issue of specific treatment planning arises.
Kidney cancer: diagnosis and treatment methods
In most cases, malignant kidney tumors arise from the epithelial cells of nephrons (the basic elements of the renal structure) and represent renal cell carcinomas. As a rule, the disease affects only one part of the paired organ and is often detected by chance.
Crohn's disease: causes, symptoms and treatment
Constant bowel movement problems in the form of diarrhea can indicate Crohn's disease. Inflammation may occur in any part of the digestive system, from the mouth to the rectum. The disease is chronic and requires regular drug treatment and a diet.
Epilepsy: symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
An epileptic seizure is not always accompanied by convulsions. Also, not every convulsion is a sign of epilepsy. To avoid misdiagnosis and incorrect treatment, a comprehensive examination is required, including a detailed anamnesis, evaluation of clinical symptoms and imaging tests. Important notice: diagnostic procedures should not be delayed!
Non-specific ulcerative colitis
Blood in the stool can indicate various intestinal conditions, including erosions, tumors, polyps and so on. But in combination with diarrhoea and cramping pains they are more often a sign of non-specific ulcerative colitis. The exact cause of the disease is not known, as well as there is no single method of treatment. Therefore, it is recommended to take into account the opinions of several doctors when undergoing an examination and choosing treatment.
Mortality Reduction in German Cancer Centers
The life expectancy of cancer patients depends directly on the choice of the clinic and specialists. In certified centers dealing with certain tumor types, mortality rates decrease by 12-26%. This is shown in a recently published large-scale statistical analysis of 1.000.000 cancer treatment cases in Germany.
Does Asymptomatic Thyroid Cancer Really Need Surgery?
Diagnostic tools are becoming so precise that one can see even the tiniest tumors that are not associated with any complaints at present, and are not to be associated with them in the future. However, treatment including surgery is increasingly becoming the option in such cases all over the world. Isn’t it worthwhile asking if it really makes sense?
Second opinion on testicular tumors: quality diagnosis and treatment
For over a decade, German patients with cancer of the testes have been entitled to a free online second opinion procedure. Physicians can get a second opinion from the expert of their choice within one or two days.