MELAS syndrome is a genetic disease with damage to the central nervous system, muscle tissue and various organs. The pathology is based on a violation of tissue respiration and a defect in energy metabolism. The clinical picture is heterogeneous, includes acute episodes resembling a stroke, epileptic seizures, intolerance to physical exertion due to muscle weakness.…
IPEX syndrome is a rare severe hereditary disease characterized by impaired immune system functions, autoimmune damage to the endocrine organs and skin. Clinically, it is most often manifested by skin rashes resembling eczema or psoriasis, diabetes mellitus, profuse diarrhea. Almost any infection immediately becomes generalized until the development of a septic condition. The final diagnosis…
Balanitis is an inflammation of the glans penis against the background of infection or other causes. Symptoms include local hyperemia, plaque on the head, swelling, pain, the appearance of cracks and erosions, difficulty urinating. With inadequate therapy, a number of complications can join. Diagnostic methods involve the determination of diseases and factors affecting the development…
Testicular atrophy is a decrease in the mass and volume of the sex glands, accompanied by a violation of function or its complete cessation. Symptoms depend on the time of occurrence: during puberty, testicular atrophy is accompanied by a violation of puberty, adult men develop erectile dysfunction and infertility associated with androgen deficiency. Diagnostic measures…
Testicular abnormalities are a group of malformations of the male reproductive system, in which there are violations of the number (anorhism, monorhism), location (ectopia, cryptorchidism) or structure (hypoplasia) of the testes. The symptoms of the conditions are diverse – from asymptomatic course to severe endocrine disruptions and infertility. Diagnosis is made by physical examination, ultrasound…
Androgen deficiency is a deficiency of testosterone (male sex hormone) in a man’s body. In adolescence, it is manifested by a delay in puberty and the absence of secondary sexual characteristics. In adulthood, it causes a decrease in sexual desire, erection, and a decrease in hair growth in androgen-dependent zones. Leads to a disorder of…
For those who wanted to, but have not yet managed to bring their figure closer to the ideal, we offer to take care of themselves right now. The system, called “detox”, will allow you to cleanse the body of accumulated toxins and toxins, improve well-being and complexion, and the lost kilograms will be a bonus.…
A group of Chinese researchers has developed a prototype of a microscopic fish robot printed on a 3D printer that can treat cancer cells directly in the human body. An achievement that could revolutionize this type of treatment, as it will destroy tumors much more purposefully, increasing effectiveness while reducing side effects. Chemotherapy, widely used…
In 2004, a group of researchers from Princeton University identified a gene involved in the development of metastatic breast cancer: methadherin, or MTDH. By focusing their research on this single gene in two new studies, American scientists managed to neutralize it to prevent the development of cancer cells. Metastatic cancer is the appearance of cancer…
Soap, due to its chemical properties, for example, amphipathy, can destroy the cell membranes of bacteria and other pathogenic cells, as well as the shell of many viruses. Parents, doctors, and even soap ads advise us to wash our hands with soap after coming home and before eating. Washing hands with soap is a vital…
