An egg cell is a woman's germ cell. It enables her to become pregnant and have offspring. The egg cell plays an important role in the transmission of genetic principles. Thus the increase is without

The coccyx teratoma is a prenatal tumor on the coccyx, which is usually benign and associated with an abnormal development of the primitive streak. The tumor can be recognized prenatally and treated if necessary. The prenatal

Myotonia congenita Becker belongs to the general group of so-called myopathies (muscle diseases). It is characterized by the delayed production of the resting membrane potential after a muscle contraction. That is, the muscle tone decreases

In pharmacology and human medicine, the term antifibrinolytic is used to summarize various active substances that lead to the dissolution of fibrin. As a result, antifibrinolytics prevent bleeding, which is why they are also called

Somnambulism is a sleep disorder that is colloquially known as sleepwalking. The cause of this disorder is largely unknown. It mainly affects children.

Women experience numerous physical changes during their pregnancy. It is not uncommon for pregnant women to suffer from the accompanying symptoms such as fatigue, back pain or heartburn. This also includes so-called water retention

Corns are caused by pressure points such as B. between (too tight) shoes and toes. The skin thickens at the pressure points and forms cornifications. If a hard core develops in the middle of this cornification, it is called a corn. That can be great

The pseudoparalysis characterizes a paralysis that is not based on a disturbance of the nerve conductivity.There are several forms of pseudoparalysis. Your treatment depends on the cause.

The German Bone Marrow Donor Institute (DKMS) is currently keen to find new donors for bone marrow. No wonder that a bone marrow donation is the only chance of a cure for many people affected by leukemia and other blood diseases

The plantar fascia is located in the area of ​​the sole of the foot. It fulfills important static and protective functions.

The common flax is one of the traditional medicinal plants. Among other things, it is used in the form of flaxseed.

Cabbage used to be considered a food for poor people. It has the potential to alleviate certain ailments and diseases. It represents a helpful alternative to conventional medicine without the use of cabbage for medicinal purposes