The short rib polydactyly syndrome is a collective term for a large number of diverse osteochondrodysplasias that are present in sick people at birth. The short rib polydactyly syndrome is a congenital one

The fixation allows people to look at an object or subject in the outer space and is made possible by the retinal point of the highest resolution. This so-called fovea centralis stands for the main direction of vision. Disturbances of fixation lie

Lily of the valley is one of the most beautiful symbols of May. But the lily of the valley is not only a beautiful spring flower, it also has a very long tradition as a medicinal plant.

Antitussives are used to treat conditions with an irritating cough. They ensure that the cough is stopped, which is why antitussives are also known colloquially as cough suppressants. Coughing is a common symptom of colds

Growing pains are not clearly defined and can vary in severity depending on the child. When the growth is complete, growing pains disappear on their own.

Uterine atony is a weak contraction of the uterine muscles that can occur after the child is born. The uterus then does not contract, which can result in life-threatening blood loss. she is the one

Disinfectants are not actually drugs. Nevertheless, they make a valuable contribution in everyday medical practice and also at home. The main use of disinfectants is to kill germs and bacteria

The Ammon's horn is part of the brain. It is located in the hippocampus and is located in the rolled-up bark structure there. It has an important role in the learning process.

Methanobrevibacter smithii are archaea that live in the intestines, oral flora and genital tract of mammals. These are so-called methane formers, which metabolize carbon dioxide and hydrogen to water and methane and thus a

Plasmodium is a unicellular, cell wallless parasite that can attack mammals, birds and reptiles and belongs to the class of Apicomplexa (formerly: Sporozoa). Of the approximately 200 known species, 4 are known to cause malaria

The vascular resistance is defined by the physical resistance of a capillary, vein or artery that is opposed to the flowing blood. Vascular diseases can affect the entire organism but also an individual organ such as this

Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic drug. The drug is used to treat bacterial urinary tract infections.