Classification of skin lesions
We speak of skin lesions: skin manifestations such as spots, blisters, swellings, etc., are part of a large group…
Optic nerve injury: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of optic neuritis
Optic nerve injury - known in medical terms as optic neuritis - is an inflammation that, if left untreated, could…
Do you suffer from low blood pressure? Here's how to deal with hypotension
Following a healthy lifestyle means not only eating right and exercising regularly, but also keeping a constant…
Nephropathy: feeding the child with kidney disease
Kidney disease and nutrition: parents of children with kidney disease must pay particular attention to correct and…
Hypercapnia: definition, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Hypercapnia, also known as hypercarbia, is a condition that occurs when a person has too much carbon dioxide (CO2)…
Trendelenburg position: when this patient management is relevant
The Trendelenburg position is essential in a variety of patient procedures. It is called "anti-shock" because it…
Urinary infections, a general overview
Urinary infections are known by the acronym UTI. This term is used to define all infections caused by pathogens…
Poisoning from chemicals and household cleaners: a few notions
Poisoning occurs when a certain amount of a toxic material (natural or processed) enters the body
Developmental psychology: oppositional defiant disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder: The child is unable to control emotions and behaviors. It can occur around the age…
Low vision: what is it and when to take action?
Low vision refers to a condition of very limited visual capacity, a tremendously disabling condition for sufferers.…