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Symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in men and women: How do they differ and how to recognize the subtle signals the body sends?
Sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise: in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, the number of people infected with syphilis and gonorrhea is growing, but chlamydia infections are the most widespread.…
A tireless "worker" coordinating the functioning of metabolism, growth and development. What is the role of the thyroid gland in our body?
The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped organ located at the front of the neck, just under the skin. Although we are barely aware of its existence (if it is not enlarged, we have no chance of even feeling it), it…
Frequent urination, which you wait a long time to start and is still weak and slow - you know the symptoms of an enlarged prostate. What are the others?
The prostate, a small gland located just below the bladder near the urethra, helps with sperm motility through its secretions. Normally about the size of a walnut, it enlarges in most men as they age. When enlarged, it…
Blood count under the microscope: How to decipher its abbreviations and navigate the tangle of technical terms?
Have you received your blood test results and instead of a clear answer, you only see a jumble of abbreviations and numbers? That's because it is a detailed analysis of blood cells, which is a source of information…
How does improper kidney function manifest itself? A quiet worker who does not make his illness known unless the symptoms are very serious.
The kidneys fulfill the important role of excreting waste substances from the body inconspicuously, but all the more conscientiously. Thanks to their full commitment, we can live a full life without limitations. However…
What are the functions of the kidneys: they clean the blood of waste substances and return vitamins, amino acids and hormones back into the bloodstream. And what next?
The kidneys, a pair of organs located on either side of the spine, are bean-shaped and each about the size of a computer mouse. 1,500 to 1,800 liters of blood flow through a relatively small organ every day without us…
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7 tips on how to replenish iron in the blood: Non-heme iron is poorly absorbed, it needs the help of heme iron to keep the body in balance. Beware of a monotonous diet!
Iron is an essential mineral that the body needs to function properly. The choice of food affects not only the amount of iron received, but also its absorption potential, which is smaller with a monotonous diet.…
HDL cholesterol vs. LDL Cholesterol: What's the Difference Between Them and What Do They Actually Do?
The two types of cholesterol behave like Jekyll and Hyde. While (good cholesterol) HDL is involved in the transport of cholesterol to the liver, where it is broken down, (bad cholesterol) LDL increases cholesterol…
What are the symptoms of diabetes: how to recognize the initial signs of diabetes and not to neglect treatment
Current data estimates that by 2050, 1.3 billion people worldwide will be struggling with diabetes. The increase in prevalence from 529 million (in 2021) to more than 1 billion cases is due to hidden symptoms for which…
Facts about LDL cholesterol: It's called "bad cholesterol", it can bother people in their 30s and it builds up in the walls of blood vessels. What is the norm for LDL and is it possible to lower it?
Cholesterol has earned itself the label of something bad and health-threatening. But the truth is that it is a vital compound that the human body cannot do without. According to the density of the particles, there are 2…
How do you know if you have a fatty liver? Steatosis is painless, symptoms only become apparent when the liver is severely damaged. Watch out for alcohol and fatty foods
Fatty liver is caused by abnormal accumulation of lipids in liver cells. Fat occurs naturally in the liver, breaking down cholesterol. However, when the fat content of the liver exceeds 5% of their weight (a healthy…
When to take a pregnancy test after IVF? Experts advise to wait at least 7 days after the embryo transfer
Artificial insemination is an emotionally and physically stressful time, so it's no wonder that women immediately after embryo transfer wonder when to take a pregnancy test. We understand that waiting for a hoped-for…