Lung Abscess

Lung abscess is a nonspecific inflammation of the lung tissue, as a result of which melting occurs with the formation of purulent-necrotic cavities. During the formation of the abscess, fever, thoracalgia, dry cough, intoxication are noted; during the opening of the abscess, cough with copious discharge of purulent sputum. The diagnosis is made on the…

Abscessing Pneumonia

Abscessing pneumonia is a destructive inflammatory process accompanied by the formation of multiple purulent foci in the lung tissue. The symptoms vary depending on the pathogen. Classic manifestations of abscessing pneumonia include febrile fever, chills, severe intoxication, cough with fetid sputum, anorexia, weight loss. Confirming diagnostic methods are radiography and CT of the lungs. In…

Ankylosis

Ankylosis is the immobility of the joint. It usually develops as a result of injuries and diseases, less often it is congenital. It can affect any joints – temporomandibular, extremities, spine. It is manifested by the lack of movement. In the case of fibrous fusion, pain may increase with exertion and attempts at movement. The…

Adhesive Capsulitis

Adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder) is a lesion of the capsule of the shoulder joint, accompanied by significant restriction of movement. The joint itself is not involved in the process. The disease proceeds in stages: at first there are pains, then – restriction of movements, after which the functions of the limb are gradually restored. Recovery occurs…

Soft Tissue Abscess

Soft tissue abscess is a cavity located in the muscles or subcutaneous fat, separated from the surrounding tissues and filled with purulent contents. It is characterized by the presence of edema, hyperemia, skin soreness and a symptom of fluctuation in the affected area. It is accompanied by general somatic changes: headache, hyperthermia, malaise, sleep disorder.…