Dr. Bernard Levi What is foot pain? Foot pain is an unpleasant or annoying sensation that can be felt in any part of the foot, such as the arch, the heel, the sole, the instep or the toes, which generates discomfort and discomfort to the patient, due to the fact that when walking he/she feels small pricks that … Read more
THE MOST FREQUENT HEARING DISORDERS ARE DEAFNESS AND EAR INFECTIONS. MEDICINE CAN HELP YOU FIGHT THEM. The most common deafness, according to Dr. Emilio García-Ibáñez, director of the Institute of Otology García-Ibáñez in Barcelona, is a disease called otosclerosis, “caused by an osification of the stapes (ossicle of the ear) which, being the point where … Read more
Index 1. What is shingles pain? 2. Prognosis of the disease 3. Symptoms 4. Medical tests 5. Causes 6. Can it be prevented? 7. Treatments 8. Which specialist treats it? What is herpes pain? Herpes pain is a discomfort generated by the presence of viruses that cause different diseases. For example, the herpes simplex virus … Read more
It is especially accentuated when those affected are in a noisy environment. Otolaryngology determines multiple causes for hearing loss. Usually there is a problem in the outer, middle or inner ear. The pathologies of the outer ear and the middle ear cause transmission hypoacusis since the arrival of sound to the inner ear is hindered. … Read more
What are neurological disorders? Neurological disorders affect about seven million Spaniards. These disorders are diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system, i.e., the brain, spinal cord, cranial and peripheral nerves, autonomic nervous system, nerve roots, neuromuscular plate and muscles. There are more than 600 neurological diseases, among which are: Diseases due to defective genes, … Read more
Pediatric Otolaryngology is the subspecialty of Otolaryngology responsible for preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the nose, throat, and ears in childhood. Children have unique characteristics, so the development of a disease can vary substantially from adults; in addition there are diseases that occur exclusively in the first years of life. Therefore, specific skills, techniques … Read more
What is neuroblastoma? Neuroblastoma is a rare type of cancerous tumor. The tumor is composed of abnormal nerve tissue (neural crest) cells. These cells are found in the adrenal glands and in nerve tissue located in front of the spine. Neuroblastoma usually occurs in children and infants. Prognosis of the disease Expectations can vary widely. … Read more
What is insulin resistance? Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. It is released into the bloodstream when blood glucose levels rise after eating, as it helps the body’s cells absorb glucose from the blood and reduces its production by the liver, thus preventing high blood sugar levels. Insulin resistance by muscle, fat and … Read more
One day, without warning, our body alerts us that something is wrong. We think that when we find the cause of the pain, the pain will go away, but this is not always the case. When a pain persists for weeks, it is considered acute pain. However, when the pain lasts for more than 3 … Read more
What is the cholesterol diet? Hypercholesterolemia is one of the most important diseases today. High blood cholesterol has been shown to be a direct cause of cardiovascular disease. Cholesterol is considered to be high when total cholesterol is above 200 mg/dl, a situation that worsens when it exceeds 250 mg/dl. Some of the most common … Read more