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Nail fungus is an extremely unpleasant and persistent disease that can occur on the toenails and fingernails. We will explain to you how to prevent nail fungus and which remedies help with the fungal infection. What is nail fungus? In the case of a fungal infection, the nails on fingers and toes may be diseased. In this case it is a nail fungus (medical: onychymocosis). Mostly thread fungi, the so-called dermatophytes, are responsible for the infection. In rare cases, mould or yeast fungi trigger the fungus. The nail bed is usually affected – which can lead to the nail becoming detached in advanced onychymocosis. The fungal infection often begins with a brownish discoloration of the nail on the sides. Foot fungus as a trigger? As fungi feel particularly comfortable in damp environments, toenails are more often affected than fingernails. Nail fungus often develops as a result of a mycosis pedis infection, as the same pathogen is responsible for both diseases. The ...

Heartburn is a common problem. We explain which causes can be responsible for the unpleasant symptoms and what helps. What is heartburn? In heartburn, stomach acid reaches high up the esophagus or even into the mouth and irritates the sensitive mucous membrane, which can lead to a feeling of pressure behind the breastbone and to burning pain. The reflux is also called reflux. Heartburn sometimes occurs, for example, through the consumption of fatty foods or acidic drinks and is then rather harmless. If heartburn occurs frequently, however, reflux may also be present. In this case, a functional disorder of the sphincter muscle that seals the stomach against the oesophagus is usually the cause of the symptoms. Distress call of the esophagus Patients often first notice the reflux by acidic burping. If the heartburn only occurs from time to time, often home remedies against heartburn already help to get it under control. If the reflux disease is behind it, drugs and an a...

Some women have discovered the menstrual cup as an environmentally friendly and inexpensive alternative to sanitary towels and tampons. How does it work? What is a menstrual cup? A menstrual cup, moon cup, moon cup, ladycup, dicacup, femmecup, menstrual cap, moon cup, menstrual cup or menstrual bell, is a goblet-like vessel made of medical soft silicone, natural rubber or the medical plastic TPE, which is used for monthly hygiene. It is inserted into the vagina during menstruation and collects the menstrual fluid there. However, the hygiene product is not a recent invention: the first models were already on the American market in the 1930s. Unlike tampons or sanitary towels, menstrual cups do not absorb the secretion, but store the menstrual blood (up to 30 millilitres). When the cup is full, it is not thrown in the trash, but carefully removed, emptied, rinsed thoroughly under the tap and then replaced. Manufacturers like Me Luna, Ruby Cup or Lunette advertise with the ...

Fibroids, which are one of the common problems in women, are tumors that develop from the muscle layer of the uterus and are generally benign. The main symptoms of fibroids are abnormal changes in the woman’s menstrual cycle, a feeling of pressure in the inguinal region, intestinal unrest, difficulty in urination, frequent urination or incontinence, back and low back pain, painful sexual intercourse, palpitations, weakness and anemia. The Cause of Uterine Fibroids is Estrogen Hormone Estrogen is a factor that triggers the emergence and growth of fibroids. Therefore, more common fibroids in the 15-45 age range are expected to shrink to the extent that they are lost by entering the menopause period, that is to say, with the end of fertility. Fibroids Can Grow Rapidly until the 12th Week of Pregnancy Because of the increase in estrogen until 12 weeks of gestation, fibroids exhibit rapid growth, but this growth tends to cease after 12 weeks. Treatment can be managed by eva...

Hair loss – a horror for many women. Many charlatans take advantage of this anxiety and play off those affected with obscure drugs. What really helps? Hair Loss – What is it actually? Everybody runs out of hair every day – that is no reason to worry. A visit to a dermatologist is necessary if you lose more than 100 hairs a day. In hereditary or androgenetic hair loss, the hair usually first becomes around the crown and then thinner. The scalp shines through more and more. With circular hair loss (alopecia areata), inflammation of the hair roots interrupts hair production. Baldness suddenly occurs in one or more areas of the scalp. The areas become larger and in some cases can lead to complete hairlessness. The eyebrows and other body hair can also be affected. The nails can also change. Diffuse hair loss causes the hair on the whole head to become thinner. Usually there is another disease or deficiency symptom behind it. Who gets hair loss? Hereditary hair loss is ge...

Pertussis (whooping cough) is a highly contagious infectious disease caused by bacteria. We explain how to get infected and what helps. What is whooping cough? Whooping cough (pertussis) is considered highly infectious and is one of the most common respiratory diseases. Pertussis is caused by bacteria (Bordetella pertussis), which produce certain toxins that attack the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. As a result, the patient mainly has convulsive coughing attacks that can lead to respiratory distress. Whooping cough is considered a typical childhood disease – however, there is a vaccination against it, which the majority of children in Germany have also received. This is why pertussis is more common among teenagers and adults today. This applies not only to those who have never been vaccinated, but also to those whose vaccination protection for whooping cough has expired – it only lasts for a few years. Therefore, adults should also regularly check their vacci...

Scarlet fever is a widespread and dreaded infectious disease. What is behind it and how you treat it, you can find out here. What is scarlet fever? Scarlet fever is a bacterial infectious disease that mainly affects children. The bacteria are streptococci (which can also cause erysipelas), which contain toxic substances. They usually cause sore throats and rashes on the skin. Anyone who has caught an infection from the streptococci is basically immune to the pathogen in the future, but since there are many different pathogens, it is possible to contract scarlet fever several times. Transmission and outbreak of scarlet fever The danger of transmission with the bacteria is absolutely given. Many people carry the pathogen inside themselves without being affected by the disease themselves. The bacteria are then usually spread in the air by speaking or coughing, so that transmission can happen by inhaling the pathogen. Less common, but certainly possible, is infec...

No cancer affects women as often as breast cancer. The diagnosis is frightening. But thanks to modern therapies, breasts can often be preserved today. Breast cancer – what is that actually? Breast cancer is a malignant tumour in the mammary gland. Breast cancer is by far the most common cancer in women: According to the Robert Koch Institute, more than 55,000 women in Germany are diagnosed with it every year, almost one in two of them is younger than 60. Five years after treatment, four out of five patients are still alive. Who gets breast cancer? Doctors assume that breast cancer is caused by a combination of genetic predisposition, lifestyle and environmental influences. Four to nine percent of all breast cancer cases are hereditary: physicians now know of six breast cancer genes. However, their presence does not always lead to breast cancer. If, however, close relatives suffer from breast cancer, an increased risk can be assumed. The female sex hormones oestro...

Fungal diseases are unpleasant. Even more uncomfortable to talk about. They affect different parts of the body, but can be treated if you know how to do it. We answer the most important questions. How do you infect yourself with a fungus and how do you prevent it? Basically, getting infected does not automatically mean that you will get sick. The yeast fungus Candida albicans, for example, is already present in about 70 percent of the population, mainly in the intestine – and usually without noticing it. If it enters the vaginal area from there or through an infection in the partner and infects the vaginal area, however, women feel the vaginal fungus very clearly with itching, burning and discharge. Proper intimate hygiene is important for prophylaxis : Do not wipe from back to front in the toilet and it is best to clean the vaginal region with water only. “It is a misconception that a fungal infection can be prevented by using acid products or taking lactic acid bac...

Detoxify naturally – and thus rid the body of superfluous pollutants that we absorb through our environment. We explain how this works! How does the body cleanse itself? Every day our body is exposed to numerous harmful substances that are filtered and disposed of by detoxification organs such as the liver, kidneys, lungs and skin. As long as the work of these organs is functioning smoothly, we are doing well. However, if the exposure to harmful substances or environmental toxins increases or the cleaning powers of our body stagnate, this can have an effect on our health. How can I tell if I should detox? If the body is out of balance and burdened by toxins, the following symptoms can occur: Exhaustion Fatigue Muscle and joint pain Insomnia Headache Irritability When should we detox, of course? If you are suffering from such complaints for which your doctor cannot find a clear cause, a detoxification cure (detox) could help you. Detox...

No sooner does the thermometer climb than the sweat runs down our foreheads. But high temperatures are not always responsible for excessive sweating. What you can do about it – we have the best home remedies! Excessive sweating can become a problem in everyday life. In addition to diseases such as hyperhidrosis, anxiety, stress, overweight or diet can also be responsible for excessive sweat production. We have put together five effective home remedies against excessive sweating for you. Excessive sweating: 5 home remedies that help! 1. Apple cider vinegar One of the most effective home remedies against sweating is apple vinegar! The natural product slows down the production of sweat, regulates the pH value of the skin and at the same time fights the bacteria responsible for the unpleasant smell of sweat. Application: Soak a washcloth or cotton wool pad in apple vinegar and before going to bed rub in those areas where you sweat most. Use several times a day. 2. Sage S...

Most of us can easily identify a stroke. There a lot of signs that would warrant immediate attention and we do understand that. But there are times when all we would be able to identify is a faint stirring in our body and we don’t think much about it. But, these stirrings can lead to something fatal. Although it might look nothing like a real stroke, the implications can be dangerous. Ministrokes are also called Transient Ischemic Attack(TIA) and can last anywhere from one minute to a whole day. As said earlier, even though it might not really hurt you now, it could cause a major stroke later in your life. Here are several signs that might help you identify a ministroke. Neglect In Vision A ministroke can lead to neglected vision, among other problems. Vision related problems are common in the event of a mini stroke, with the victim being blinded or unable to see in one eye. But they also go through one sided neglected vision. This makes them see only one side of anyth...