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information website, Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care.</p></div><div><h2>Contents</h2><div class="bktoc_all_cntnr top align_right" style="display:none"><ul class="inline_list_right"><li><a class="bktoc_all_exp" href="#">Expand All</a></li><li style="margin-left:.8em"><a class="bktoc_all_clps" href="#">Collapse All</a></li></ul></div><ul id="toc_tllNBK65083_toc_i2009" class="simple-list toc toc-toggle"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2009"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2009/">In brief: Up-to-date medical knowledge</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2009" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2009_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2009/#i2009.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2035"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2035/">In brief: How does the ear work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2035" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2035_whathappensineachoft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2035/#i2035.whathappensineachoft">What happens in each of the three sections of the ear?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2035_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2035/#i2035.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/">Overview: Allergies to animals</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2039" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039/#i2039.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/">Allergies to animals: Learn More – Allergen-specific immunotherapy (desensitization) in the treatment of allergies to animals</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_howdoesimmunotherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.howdoesimmunotherapy">How does immunotherapy work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_whichallergiescanbet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.whichallergiescanbet">Which allergies can be treated using allergen-specific immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_whatdoesthetreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.whatdoesthetreatment">What does the treatment involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_canallergenspecifici"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.canallergenspecifici">Can allergen-specific immunotherapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_howlikelyaredangerou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.howlikelyaredangerou">How likely are dangerous reactions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_whichismosteffective"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.whichismosteffective">Which is most effective: Injections, drops or tablets?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-5h_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-5h/#i2039.behandlung-5h.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-a3"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-a3/">Allergies to animals: Learn More – Which medications can relieve allergic rhinitis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-a3" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-a3_whatmedicationsareav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-a3/#i2039.behandlung-a3.whatmedicationsareav">What medications are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-a3_dosomemedicationswor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-a3/#i2039.behandlung-a3.dosomemedicationswor">Do some medications work better than others?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2039_behandlung-a3_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2039.behandlung-a3/#i2039.behandlung-a3.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2060"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2060/">In brief: What types of dentures are available?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 23, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2060" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2060_whathappensbeforethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2060/#i2060.whathappensbeforethe">What happens before the treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2060_whatkindsoffixeddent"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2060/#i2060.whatkindsoffixeddent">What kinds of fixed dentures are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2060_howdodentalimplantsw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2060/#i2060.howdodentalimplantsw">How do dental implants work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2060_whatkindsofremovable"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2060/#i2060.whatkindsofremovable">What kinds of removable dentures are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2060_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2060/#i2060.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2063"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2063/">In brief: How do the bones work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2063" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2063_bonestructure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2063/#i2063.bonestructure">Bone structure</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2063_howdoesbonetissuereg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2063/#i2063.howdoesbonetissuereg">How does bone tissue regenerate?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2063_whyarebonefracturesn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2063/#i2063.whyarebonefracturesn">Why are bone fractures nore common in older age?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2063_whathappenswhenbones"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2063/#i2063.whathappenswhenbones">What happens when bones and cartilage wear down?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2063_whatisosteochondrosi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2063/#i2063.whatisosteochondrosi">What is osteochondrosis dissecans?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2063_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2063/#i2063.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/">Overview: Localized prostate cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 16, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2066" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066/#i2066.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/">Localized prostate cancer: Learn More – Low-risk prostate cancer: Active surveillance or treatment?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 16, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options for low-risk prostate cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_whatdoesactivesurvei"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.whatdoesactivesurvei">What does active surveillance involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_whatdoeswatchfulwait"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.whatdoeswatchfulwait">What does “watchful waiting” mean?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_howdothetreatmentopt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.howdothetreatmentopt">How do the treatment options compare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_whatremainsunanswere"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.whatremainsunanswere">What remains unanswered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_arethereothertreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.arethereothertreatme">Are there other treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_makingadecision"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.makingadecision">Making a decision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_behandlung-7i_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.behandlung-7i/#i2066.behandlung-7i.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/">Localized prostate cancer: Learn More – PSA tests for prostate cancer screening</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 16, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_psascreeningtests"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.psascreeningtests">PSA screening tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_whatdoesthepsalevelt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.whatdoesthepsalevelt">What does the PSA level tell us?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_whenisabiopsydone"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.whenisabiopsydone">When is a biopsy done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_whatproblemscanarise"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.whatproblemscanarise">What problems can arise when a biopsy is taken?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_howweretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.howweretheadvantages">How were the advantages and disadvantages of PSA screening tested?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_thepsatestinnumbersw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.thepsatestinnumbersw">The PSA test in numbers: What results can be expected?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_howgreatarethebenefi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.howgreatarethebenefi">How great are the benefits and risks of PSA screening?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_makingadecision"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.makingadecision">Making a decision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_frueherkennung-sy_gi-sources_17"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.frueherkennung-sy/#i2066.frueherkennung-sy.gi-sources.17">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_verlauf-aw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.verlauf-aw/">Localized prostate cancer: Learn More – Prostate cancer: How do doctors estimate how it will progress?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 16, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2066_verlauf-aw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_verlauf-aw_howisthetumorstagede"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.verlauf-aw/#i2066.verlauf-aw.howisthetumorstagede">How is the tumor stage determined?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_verlauf-aw_howistheriskofprogre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.verlauf-aw/#i2066.verlauf-aw.howistheriskofprogre">How is the risk of progression determined?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2066_verlauf-aw_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2066.verlauf-aw/#i2066.verlauf-aw.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/">Overview: Colorectal cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069/#i2069.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-3r/">Colorectal cancer: Learn More – Stool test: Information for women</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r_whatdoesanfobtinvolv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-3r/#i2069.frueherkennung-3r.whatdoesanfobtinvolv">What does an FOBT involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r_howreliablearefobts"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-3r/#i2069.frueherkennung-3r.howreliablearefobts">How reliable are FOBTs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r_whatkindofresultscan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-3r/#i2069.frueherkennung-3r.whatkindofresultscan">What kind of results can you expect if you regularly have an FOBT?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r_canregularfobtslower"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-3r/#i2069.frueherkennung-3r.canregularfobtslower">Can regular FOBTs lower your risk of colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r_othertypesofstooltes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-3r/#i2069.frueherkennung-3r.othertypesofstooltes">Other types of stool tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-3r_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-3r/#i2069.frueherkennung-3r.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7f/">Colorectal cancer: Learn More – Stool test: Information for men</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f_whatdoesanfobtinvolv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7f/#i2069.frueherkennung-7f.whatdoesanfobtinvolv">What does an FOBT involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f_howreliablearefobts"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7f/#i2069.frueherkennung-7f.howreliablearefobts">How reliable are FOBTs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f_whatkindofresultscan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7f/#i2069.frueherkennung-7f.whatkindofresultscan">What kind of results can you expect if you regularly have an FOBT?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f_canregularfobtslower"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7f/#i2069.frueherkennung-7f.canregularfobtslower">Can regular FOBTs lower your risk of colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f_othertypesofstooltes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7f/#i2069.frueherkennung-7f.othertypesofstooltes">Other types of stool tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7f_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7f/#i2069.frueherkennung-7f.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/">Colorectal cancer: Learn More – Colonoscopy: Information for women</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p_whatdocolonoscopiesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/#i2069.frueherkennung-7p.whatdocolonoscopiesi">What do colonoscopies involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p_howcanyoupreparefora"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/#i2069.frueherkennung-7p.howcanyoupreparefora">How can you prepare for a colonoscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p_howreliablearetheout"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/#i2069.frueherkennung-7p.howreliablearetheout">How reliable are the outcomes of colonoscopies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p_docolonoscopieslower"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/#i2069.frueherkennung-7p.docolonoscopieslower">Do colonoscopies lower the risk of colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p_whatarethepossibleri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/#i2069.frueherkennung-7p.whatarethepossibleri">What are the possible risks and side effects of a colonoscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p_whathappensifpolypsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/#i2069.frueherkennung-7p.whathappensifpolypsa">What happens if polyps are found?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-7p_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-7p/#i2069.frueherkennung-7p.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/">Colorectal cancer: Learn More – Colonoscopy: Information for men</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw_whatdocolonoscopiesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/#i2069.frueherkennung-nw.whatdocolonoscopiesi">What do colonoscopies involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw_howcanyoupreparefora"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/#i2069.frueherkennung-nw.howcanyoupreparefora">How can you prepare for a colonoscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw_howreliablearetheout"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/#i2069.frueherkennung-nw.howreliablearetheout">How reliable are the outcomes of colonoscopies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw_docolonoscopieslower"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/#i2069.frueherkennung-nw.docolonoscopieslower">Do colonoscopies lower the risk of colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw_whatarethepossibleri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/#i2069.frueherkennung-nw.whatarethepossibleri">What are the possible risks and side effects of a colonoscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw_whathappensifpolypsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/#i2069.frueherkennung-nw.whathappensifpolypsa">What happens if polyps are found?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-nw_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-nw/#i2069.frueherkennung-nw.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq/">Colorectal cancer: Research summaries – Colorectal cancer in the family: Are earlier screening tests worth it?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq_howhighistheriskofde"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq/#i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq.howhighistheriskofde">How high is the risk of developing colorectal cancer if a relative has had it?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq_isitworthdoingscreen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq/#i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq.isitworthdoingscreen">Is it worth doing screening tests sooner in people who are at greater risk?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq_howreliablearetheans"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq/#i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq.howreliablearetheans">How reliable are the answers to questions about colorectal cancer in relatives?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq/#i2069.frueherkennung-oa-ohd6-ofjq.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_symptome-47"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.symptome-47/">Colorectal cancer: Learn More – Signs of colorectal cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069_symptome-47" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_symptome-47_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.symptome-47/#i2069.symptome-47.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/">Colorectal cancer: Learn More – Preventing colorectal cancer: What role does lifestyle play?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 13, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_whyarestudiesontheef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.whyarestudiesontheef">Why are studies on the effects of lifestyle often unreliable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_canfiberhelppreventc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.canfiberhelppreventc">Can fiber help prevent colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_canfruitsandvegetabl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.canfruitsandvegetabl">Can fruits and vegetables prevent colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_whataboutwarningsnot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.whataboutwarningsnot">What about warnings not to eat red or processed meat?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_canbeingoverweightin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.canbeingoverweightin">Can being overweight increase your risk of developing colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_doesexercisepreventc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.doesexercisepreventc">Does exercise prevent colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_whatroledoesalcoholp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.whatroledoesalcoholp">What role does alcohol play in colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_doessmokingincreaset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.doessmokingincreaset">Does smoking increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_whataboutdietarysupp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.whataboutdietarysupp">What about dietary supplements?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_arethereanymedicatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.arethereanymedicatio">Are there any medications that can prevent colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_whatcanidoingeneralt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.whatcanidoingeneralt">What can I do in general to prevent colorectal cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2069_vorbeugung-py_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2069.vorbeugung-py/#i2069.vorbeugung-py.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/">Overview: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2071" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071/#i2071.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-cw/">Age-related macular degeneration (AMD): Learn More – Do dietary supplements prevent AMD?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw_howaredietarysupplem"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-cw/#i2071.behandlung-cw.howaredietarysupplem">How are dietary supplements thought to influence AMD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw_candietarysupplement1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-cw/#i2071.behandlung-cw.candietarysupplement1">Can dietary supplements prevent AMD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw_candietarysupplement2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-cw/#i2071.behandlung-cw.candietarysupplement2">Can dietary supplements slow down the progression of AMD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw_justhoweffectiveisth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-cw/#i2071.behandlung-cw.justhoweffectiveisth">Just how effective is the AREDS formula?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-cw/#i2071.behandlung-cw.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of dietary supplements?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-cw_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-cw/#i2071.behandlung-cw.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-wa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-wa/">Age-related macular degeneration (AMD): Learn More – What medications are used to treat wet AMD?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-wa" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-wa_howisthemedicationus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-wa/#i2071.behandlung-wa.howisthemedicationus">How is the medication used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-wa_howeffectivearethese"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-wa/#i2071.behandlung-wa.howeffectivearethese">How effective are these medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-wa_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-wa/#i2071.behandlung-wa.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-wa_whyisavastinusedoffl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-wa/#i2071.behandlung-wa.whyisavastinusedoffl">Why is Avastin used off-label to treat AMD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2071_behandlung-wa_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2071.behandlung-wa/#i2071.behandlung-wa.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/">Overview: Benign enlarged prostate</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2073" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073/#i2073.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bd/">Benign enlarged prostate: Learn More – Prostate problems: What can I do myself?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bd" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bd_canherbalmedicinesof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bd/#i2073.behandlung-bd.canherbalmedicinesof">Can herbal medicines offer relief from the symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bd_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bd/#i2073.behandlung-bd.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/">Benign enlarged prostate: Learn More – What are the pros and cons of surgery?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu_whathappensduringsur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/#i2073.behandlung-bu.whathappensduringsur">What happens during surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu_whatisthemostcommona"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/#i2073.behandlung-bu.whatisthemostcommona">What is the most common approach?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu_howeffectiveisturpan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/#i2073.behandlung-bu.howeffectiveisturpan">How effective is TURP and what consequences can it have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu_dolasertreatmentshav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/#i2073.behandlung-bu.dolasertreatmentshav">Do laser treatments have any advantages over TURP?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu_whichapproachismosts"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/#i2073.behandlung-bu.whichapproachismosts">Which approach is most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu_whathappensaftersurg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/#i2073.behandlung-bu.whathappensaftersurg">What happens after surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-bu_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-bu/#i2073.behandlung-bu.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-ea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-ea/">Benign enlarged prostate: Learn More – Which medications can help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-ea" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-ea_alphablockers"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-ea/#i2073.behandlung-ea.alphablockers">Alpha blockers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-ea_5alphareductaseinhib"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-ea/#i2073.behandlung-ea.5alphareductaseinhib">5-alpha reductase inhibitors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-ea_howeffectiveiscombin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-ea/#i2073.behandlung-ea.howeffectiveiscombin">How effective is combining drugs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2073_behandlung-ea_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2073.behandlung-ea/#i2073.behandlung-ea.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/">Overview: Acne</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2077" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077/#i2077.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/">Acne: Learn More – Skin care for acne-prone skin</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_whatkindofskincareis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.whatkindofskincareis">What kind of skin care is best?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_pimplessqueezethemor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.pimplessqueezethemor">Pimples: Squeeze them or leave them alone?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_howcanpimplesbeconce"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.howcanpimplesbeconce">How can pimples be concealed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_shavingwetordry"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.shavingwetordry">Shaving: Wet or dry?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_cansunlightandartifi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.cansunlightandartifi">Can sunlight and artificial UV light help improve acne?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_doesyourdietplayarol"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.doesyourdietplayarol">Does your diet play a role?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_howcanicopewithacnei"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.howcanicopewithacnei">How can I cope with acne in everyday life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-6m_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-6m/#i2077.behandlung-6m.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw/">Acne: Learn More – Acne: Do lotions, tablets or light-based treatment help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw_dotopicalmedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw/#i2077.behandlung-lw.dotopicalmedications">Do topical medications help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw_whenareoralmedicatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw/#i2077.behandlung-lw.whenareoralmedicatio">When are oral medications considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw_canlightbasedtreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw/#i2077.behandlung-lw.canlightbasedtreatme">Can light-based treatment reduce acne?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw_whataboutothertreatm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw/#i2077.behandlung-lw.whataboutothertreatm">What about other treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw/#i2077.behandlung-lw.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis/">Acne: Research summaries – Which birth control pills can help reduce acne?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis_thecontraceptivepill"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis/#i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis.thecontraceptivepill">The contraceptive pill and acne</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis_researchhasonlyfound"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis/#i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis.researchhasonlyfound">Research has only found small differences in the effect on acne</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis_riskofdeepveinthromb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis/#i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis.riskofdeepveinthromb">Risk of deep vein thrombosis depends on the type of pill</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2077_behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis/#i2077.behandlung-lw-khgj-ikis.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/">Overview: Stroke</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2078" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078/#i2078.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/">Stroke: Learn More – Depression after a stroke</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_whycandepressionoccu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.whycandepressionoccu">Why can depression occur following a stroke?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_howcanyoutellifsomeo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.howcanyoutellifsomeo">How can you tell if someone is depressed after a stroke?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_whateffectsdoesdepre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.whateffectsdoesdepre">What effects does depression have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_whattreatmentoptions"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.whattreatmentoptions">What treatment options are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_canantidepressantshe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.canantidepressantshe">Can antidepressants help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of antidepressants?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_howcanpsychologicala"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.howcanpsychologicala">How can psychological and psychotherapeutic treatment help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_howcanyouhelppeoplew"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.howcanyouhelppeoplew">How can you help people with depression?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_whatsupportdofamilym"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.whatsupportdofamilym">What support do family members need?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_lebenundalltag-s2_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.lebenundalltag-s2/#i2078.lebenundalltag-s2.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc/">Stroke: Research summaries – After a stroke: Does fitness training improve health and mobility?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2078_rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc_researchonfitnesstra"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc/#i2078.rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc.researchonfitnesstra">Research on fitness training after a stroke</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc_fitnesstrainingiseff"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc/#i2078.rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc.fitnesstrainingiseff">Fitness training is effective</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc/#i2078.rehabilitation-2n-cjbj-dqnc.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_symptome-v2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.symptome-v2/">Stroke: Learn More – Signs of a stroke</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2078_symptome-v2" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_symptome-v2_whatinformationdothe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.symptome-v2/#i2078.symptome-v2.whatinformationdothe">What information do the emergency services need?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2078_symptome-v2_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2078.symptome-v2/#i2078.symptome-v2.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2079"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2079/">In brief: Evidence: The cornerstone of our information</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2079" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2079_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2079/#i2079.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/">Overview: Smoking</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2080" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/#i2080.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/#i2080.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/#i2080.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/#i2080.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/#i2080.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/#i2080.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080/#i2080.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/">Smoking: Learn More – How effective is nicotine replacement therapy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_howcannicotinereplac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.howcannicotinereplac">How can nicotine replacement therapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_howmuchdoesnicotiner"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.howmuchdoesnicotiner">How much does nicotine replacement therapy cost?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_nicotinegum"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.nicotinegum">Nicotine gum</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_nicotinepatch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.nicotinepatch">Nicotine patch</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_lozenges"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.lozenges">Lozenges</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_inhalersandsprays"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.inhalersandsprays">Inhalers and sprays</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_howeffectiveisnicoti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.howeffectiveisnicoti">How effective is nicotine replacement therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_canpregnantwomenusen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.canpregnantwomenusen">Can pregnant women use nicotine replacement therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-6w_gi-sources_16"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-6w/#i2080.behandlung-6w.gi-sources.16">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/">Smoking: Learn More – Medication for quitting smoking</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_howisbupropionzybanu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.howisbupropionzybanu">How is bupropion (Zyban) used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_howeffectiveisbuprop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.howeffectiveisbuprop">How effective is bupropion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_whatsideeffectsdoesb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.whatsideeffectsdoesb">What side effects does bupropion have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_howisvareniclineeuch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.howisvareniclineeuch">How is varenicline (EU: Champix, U.S.: Chantix) used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_howeffectiveisvareni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.howeffectiveisvareni">How effective is varenicline?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_whatsideeffectsdoesv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.whatsideeffectsdoesv">What side effects does varenicline have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_areothermedicationsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.areothermedicationsa">Are other medications available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-dx_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-dx/#i2080.behandlung-dx.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-lt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-lt/">Smoking: Learn More – Where can I find support if I’m trying to quit smoking?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-lt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-lt_whatcanmotivateyouto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-lt/#i2080.behandlung-lt.whatcanmotivateyouto">What can motivate you to quit smoking?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-lt_howcanyoupreparetoqu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-lt/#i2080.behandlung-lt.howcanyoupreparetoqu">How can you prepare to quit smoking?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-lt_whatcanyoudowhenyouf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-lt/#i2080.behandlung-lt.whatcanyoudowhenyouf">What can you do when you feel the urge to smoke?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-lt_whattypesofsupportar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-lt/#i2080.behandlung-lt.whattypesofsupportar">What types of support are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-lt_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-lt/#i2080.behandlung-lt.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-p7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-p7/">Smoking: Learn More – E-cigarettes and tobacco heaters: Less harmful than cigarettes?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-p7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-p7_whatisintheliquidine"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-p7/#i2080.behandlung-p7.whatisintheliquidine">What is in the liquid in e-cigarettes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-p7_areecigarettesharmle"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-p7/#i2080.behandlung-p7.areecigarettesharmle">Are e-cigarettes harmless?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-p7_areecigaretteslessha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-p7/#i2080.behandlung-p7.areecigaretteslessha">Are e-cigarettes less harmful than tobacco?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-p7_whatabouttobaccoheat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-p7/#i2080.behandlung-p7.whatabouttobaccoheat">What about tobacco heaters?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2080_behandlung-p7_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2080.behandlung-p7/#i2080.behandlung-p7.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/">In brief: How can I find support groups and information centers in Germany?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2082" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_patientsrights"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.patientsrights">Patients' rights</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_supportgroups"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.supportgroups">Support groups</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_independentpatientad"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.independentpatientad">Independent Patient Advice Service for Germany (UPD)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_thefederalcentreforh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.thefederalcentreforh">The Federal Centre for Health Education (BZgA)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_washabichwhatdoihave"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.washabichwhatdoihave">Was hab´ ich? (What do I have?)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_consumerprotectionce"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.consumerprotectionce">Consumer protection centers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_otherinformationserv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.otherinformationserv">Other information services</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_federalcommissionerf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.federalcommissionerf">Federal commissioner for patients’ affairs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2082_themencheckmedizin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2082/#i2082.themencheckmedizin">ThemenCheck Medizin</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/">Overview: High blood pressure</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 26, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2083" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_deciding"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.deciding">Deciding</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083/#i2083.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-7q/">High blood pressure: Learn More – When is taking medication for high blood pressure a good idea?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 2, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q_highbloodpressurewhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-7q/#i2083.behandlung-7q.highbloodpressurewhe">High blood pressure: When are medications used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q_whatismyindividualri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-7q/#i2083.behandlung-7q.whatismyindividualri">What is my individual risk of developing complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q_exampletwomentworisk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-7q/#i2083.behandlung-7q.exampletwomentworisk">Example: Two men – two risk levels</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q_howdoesyourindividua"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-7q/#i2083.behandlung-7q.howdoesyourindividua">How does your individual risk influence your use of medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q_whatdojohnandhenryde"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-7q/#i2083.behandlung-7q.whatdojohnandhenryde">What do John and Henry decide?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-7q_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-7q/#i2083.behandlung-7q.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/">High blood pressure: Learn More – What medications are used to treat high blood pressure?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 2, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf_highbloodpressurewhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/#i2083.behandlung-kf.highbloodpressurewhe">High blood pressure: When is medication a good idea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf_whichmedicationscanl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/#i2083.behandlung-kf.whichmedicationscanl">Which medications can lower blood pressure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf_avoidingsideeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/#i2083.behandlung-kf.avoidingsideeffects">Avoiding side effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf_whatlevelshouldyoulo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/#i2083.behandlung-kf.whatlevelshouldyoulo">What level should you lower your blood pressure to?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf_whichmedicationismos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/#i2083.behandlung-kf.whichmedicationismos">Which medication is most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf_whatcanhelpyoutakelo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/#i2083.behandlung-kf.whatcanhelpyoutakelo">What can help you take long-term medication regularly?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-kf_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-kf/#i2083.behandlung-kf.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/">High blood pressure: Learn More – Lowering your blood pressure by changing your lifestyle</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 2, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_highbloodpressurewhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.highbloodpressurewhe">High blood pressure: When is medication a good idea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_howcanisuccessfullyl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.howcanisuccessfullyl">How can I successfully lose weight?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_whatcanhelptoloweryo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.whatcanhelptoloweryo">What can help to lower your salt intake?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_howmuchexerciseisrec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.howmuchexerciseisrec">How much exercise is recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_howcanyoumanagetoqui"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.howcanyoumanagetoqui">How can you manage to quit smoking?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_whatroledoesalcoholp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.whatroledoesalcoholp">What role does alcohol play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_howeffectiveismaking"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.howeffectiveismaking">How effective is making changes to your lifestyle?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-ne_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-ne/#i2083.behandlung-ne.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-vq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-vq/">High blood pressure: Learn More – Tips for reducing your salt intake</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 3, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-vq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-vq_howmuchsaltisin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-vq/#i2083.behandlung-vq.howmuchsaltisin">How much salt is in ...</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-vq_tipsforreducingyours"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-vq/#i2083.behandlung-vq.tipsforreducingyours">Tips for reducing your salt intake</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2083_behandlung-vq_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2083.behandlung-vq/#i2083.behandlung-vq.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/">Overview: Tick bites</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2084" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/#i2084.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/#i2084.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_whatareticks"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/#i2084.whatareticks">What are ticks?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_whichdieseasesdotick"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/#i2084.whichdieseasesdotick">Which dieseases do ticks transmit?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/#i2084.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/#i2084.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084/#i2084.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_einleitung-un"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.einleitung-un/">Tick bites: Learn More – What are ticks and how can they be removed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2084_einleitung-un" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_einleitung-un_howdoticksbite"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.einleitung-un/#i2084.einleitung-un.howdoticksbite">How do ticks bite?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_einleitung-un_removingticks"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.einleitung-un/#i2084.einleitung-un.removingticks">Removing ticks</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_einleitung-un_shouldyouwatchthebit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.einleitung-un/#i2084.einleitung-un.shouldyouwatchthebit">Should you watch the bite afterwards?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_einleitung-un_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.einleitung-un/#i2084.einleitung-un.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-7q/">Tick bites: Learn More – Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE)</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q_whatarethesignsoftbe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-7q/#i2084.folgen-7q.whatarethesignsoftbe">What are the signs of TBE?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q_whatarethesignsofamo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-7q/#i2084.folgen-7q.whatarethesignsofamo">What are the signs of a more severe course of disease?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q_wheredoestbeoccur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-7q/#i2084.folgen-7q.wheredoestbeoccur">Where does TBE occur?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q_whenmightitbeagoodid"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-7q/#i2084.folgen-7q.whenmightitbeagoodid">When might it be a good idea to have a TBE vaccine?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q_whatdoesthevaccinati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-7q/#i2084.folgen-7q.whatdoesthevaccinati">What does the vaccination involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-7q_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-7q/#i2084.folgen-7q.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-ok"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-ok/">Tick bites: Learn More – Lyme disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-ok" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-ok_howcanyoutellifyouha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-ok/#i2084.folgen-ok.howcanyoutellifyouha">How can you tell if you have Lyme disease?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-ok_whatistheriskofgetti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-ok/#i2084.folgen-ok.whatistheriskofgetti">What is the risk of getting Lyme disease from a tick bite?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2084_folgen-ok_treatmentandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2084.folgen-ok/#i2084.folgen-ok.treatmentandoutlook">Treatment and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2086_behandlung-za" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2086_behandlung-za_docompressionstockin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2086.behandlung-za/#i2086.behandlung-za.docompressionstockin">Do compression stockings (support socks) help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2086_behandlung-za_whenaresurgicalproce"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2086.behandlung-za/#i2086.behandlung-za.whenaresurgicalproce">When are surgical procedures considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2086_behandlung-za_howarevaricoseveinss1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2086.behandlung-za/#i2086.behandlung-za.howarevaricoseveinss1">How are varicose veins surgically removed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2086_behandlung-za_howarevaricoseveinss2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2086.behandlung-za/#i2086.behandlung-za.howarevaricoseveinss2">How are varicose veins sealed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2086_behandlung-za_whatdoessclerotherap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2086.behandlung-za/#i2086.behandlung-za.whatdoessclerotherap">What does sclerotherapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2086_behandlung-za_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2086.behandlung-za/#i2086.behandlung-za.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/">Overview: Glaucoma</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2088" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088/#i2088.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/">Glaucoma: Learn More – Treatment options for glaucoma</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv_whichmedicationsareu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/#i2088.behandlung-iv.whichmedicationsareu">Which medications are used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv_whatcanhelpyourememb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/#i2088.behandlung-iv.whatcanhelpyourememb">What can help you remember to use the eye drops?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv_cansurgeryorlasertre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/#i2088.behandlung-iv.cansurgeryorlasertre">Can surgery or laser treatment help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv_areadditionaltreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/#i2088.behandlung-iv.areadditionaltreatme">Are additional treatments worth it?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv_howeffectiveareeyedr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/#i2088.behandlung-iv.howeffectiveareeyedr">How effective are eye drops as preventive treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv_howeffectiveistreatm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/#i2088.behandlung-iv.howeffectiveistreatm">How effective is treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_behandlung-iv_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.behandlung-iv/#i2088.behandlung-iv.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.frueherkennung-76/">Glaucoma: Learn More – Glaucoma: How can screening tests help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76_whatdoesglaucomascre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.frueherkennung-76/#i2088.frueherkennung-76.whatdoesglaucomascre">What does glaucoma screening involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76_whenarethecostsofgla"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.frueherkennung-76/#i2088.frueherkennung-76.whenarethecostsofgla">When are the costs of glaucoma screening covered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76_whataretheprosandcon"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.frueherkennung-76/#i2088.frueherkennung-76.whataretheprosandcon">What are the pros and cons of the screening test?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76_whatshouldyouknowabo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.frueherkennung-76/#i2088.frueherkennung-76.whatshouldyouknowabo">What should you know about glaucoma screening?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76_notclearwhetherthead"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.frueherkennung-76/#i2088.frueherkennung-76.notclearwhetherthead">Not clear whether the advantages outweigh the disadvantages</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2088_frueherkennung-76_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2088.frueherkennung-76/#i2088.frueherkennung-76.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2094"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2094/">In brief: How does the eye work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 8, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2094" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2094_thefrontpartoftheeye"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2094/#i2094.thefrontpartoftheeye">The front part of the eye</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2094_theinsideoftheeye"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2094/#i2094.theinsideoftheeye">The inside of the eye</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2094_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2094/#i2094.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2095"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2095/">In brief: How does the heart work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 6, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2095" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2095_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2095/#i2095.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/">Overview: Melanoma</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 21, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2096" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096/#i2096.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_behandlung-cy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.behandlung-cy/">Melanoma: Learn More – What are the treatment options for melanoma?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 21, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2096_behandlung-cy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_behandlung-cy_whathappensduringsur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.behandlung-cy/#i2096.behandlung-cy.whathappensduringsur">What happens during surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_behandlung-cy_whenisradiotherapyco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.behandlung-cy/#i2096.behandlung-cy.whenisradiotherapyco">When is radiotherapy considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_behandlung-cy_whatarethemedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.behandlung-cy/#i2096.behandlung-cy.whatarethemedication">What are the medication options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_behandlung-cy_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.behandlung-cy/#i2096.behandlung-cy.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_frueherkennung-2l"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.frueherkennung-2l/">Melanoma: Learn More – How effective is skin cancer screening?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 21, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2096_frueherkennung-2l" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_frueherkennung-2l_whatdoesskincancersc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.frueherkennung-2l/#i2096.frueherkennung-2l.whatdoesskincancersc">What does skin cancer screening involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_frueherkennung-2l_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.frueherkennung-2l/#i2096.frueherkennung-2l.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages of skin cancer screening?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_frueherkennung-2l_whatarethedisadvanta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.frueherkennung-2l/#i2096.frueherkennung-2l.whatarethedisadvanta">What are the disadvantages of skin cancer screening?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_frueherkennung-2l_whathappensifthedoct"><a 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class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_symptome-vp_whatistheabcderuleab"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.symptome-vp/#i2096.symptome-vp.whatistheabcderuleab">What is the ABCDE rule about and what is the “ugly duckling” rule?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_symptome-vp_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.symptome-vp/#i2096.symptome-vp.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/">Melanoma: Learn More – What increases your risk of melanoma?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 21, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_beingsensibleinthesu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.beingsensibleinthesu">Being sensible in the sun</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_cantanningbedsalsoca"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.cantanningbedsalsoca">Can tanning beds also cause melanoma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_whattypesofskinaremo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.whattypesofskinaremo">What types of skin are more prone to damage from UV radiation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_whatdomoleshavetodow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.whatdomoleshavetodow">What do moles have to do with skin cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_whatothercausesandri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.whatothercausesandri">What other causes and risk factors are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2096.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_vorbeugung-q4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.vorbeugung-q4/">Melanoma: Learn More – How can you avoid too much sun?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 21, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2096_vorbeugung-q4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_vorbeugung-q4_howmuchprotectiondos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.vorbeugung-q4/#i2096.vorbeugung-q4.howmuchprotectiondos">How much protection do shade and clothing provide?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_vorbeugung-q4_howeffectiveissunscr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.vorbeugung-q4/#i2096.vorbeugung-q4.howeffectiveissunscr">How effective is sunscreen?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_vorbeugung-q4_whydosomanypeoplegoo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.vorbeugung-q4/#i2096.vorbeugung-q4.whydosomanypeoplegoo">Why do so many people go out in the sun without protection?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2096_vorbeugung-q4_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2096.vorbeugung-q4/#i2096.vorbeugung-q4.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2097"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2097/">In brief: How does the blood circulatory system work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 21, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2097" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2097_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2097/#i2097.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/">In brief: How is blood pressure measured?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 3, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2099" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_whatleveldoeshighblo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.whatleveldoeshighblo">What level does high blood pressure start at?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_howisyourbloodpressu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.howisyourbloodpressu">How is your blood pressure measured at the doctor's?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_whyisbloodpressureme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.whyisbloodpressureme">Why is blood pressure measured multiple times at the doctor’s?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_whatisambulatorybloo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.whatisambulatorybloo">What is ambulatory blood pressure monitoring?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_whichdevicesaresuita"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.whichdevicesaresuita">Which devices are suitable for measuring your blood pressure at home?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_howdoyoumeasureblood"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.howdoyoumeasureblood">How do you measure blood pressure at home?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_howoftenshouldyoutak"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.howoftenshouldyoutak">How often should you take your blood pressure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_whatshouldyoudoifyou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.whatshouldyoudoifyou">What should you do if your blood pressure is very high when you measure it?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2099_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2099/#i2099.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/">Overview: Heartburn and GERD</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 5, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2100" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100/#i2100.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/">Heartburn and GERD: Learn More – Treatment options for GERD</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 5, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so_whatcanyoudoonyourow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/#i2100.behandlung-so.whatcanyoudoonyourow">What can you do on your own to relieve the symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so_whichmedicationscanh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/#i2100.behandlung-so.whichmedicationscanh">Which medications can help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so_whatsideeffectsdoest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/#i2100.behandlung-so.whatsideeffectsdoest">What side effects does the medication have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so_whencansurgeryhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/#i2100.behandlung-so.whencansurgeryhelp">When can surgery help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so_howeffectiveisantire"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/#i2100.behandlung-so.howeffectiveisantire">How effective is anti-reflux surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so_whatarethedisadvanta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/#i2100.behandlung-so.whatarethedisadvanta">What are the disadvantages of anti-reflux surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_behandlung-so_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.behandlung-so/#i2100.behandlung-so.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_diagnose-3b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.diagnose-3b/">Heartburn and GERD: Learn More – How is GERD diagnosed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 5, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2100_diagnose-3b" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_diagnose-3b_whatquestionswillthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.diagnose-3b/#i2100.diagnose-3b.whatquestionswillthe">What questions will the doctor ask?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_diagnose-3b_whatotherkindsofexam"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.diagnose-3b/#i2100.diagnose-3b.whatotherkindsofexam">What other kinds of examinations are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2100_diagnose-3b_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2100.diagnose-3b/#i2100.diagnose-3b.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2101"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2101/">In brief: How does skin work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2101" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2101_whatdoesskindo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2101/#i2101.whatdoesskindo">What does skin do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2101_theouterlayerepiderm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2101/#i2101.theouterlayerepiderm">The outer layer (epidermis)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2101_themiddlelayerdermis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2101/#i2101.themiddlelayerdermis">The middle layer (dermis)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2101_thedeepestlayersubcu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2101/#i2101.thedeepestlayersubcu">The deepest layer (subcutis)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2101_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2101/#i2101.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/">Overview: Gestational diabetes</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2108" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108/#i2108.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/">Gestational diabetes: Learn More – How is gestational diabetes treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_howshouldyouchangeyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.howshouldyouchangeyo">How should you change your diet?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_dodietarysupplements"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.dodietarysupplements">Do dietary supplements help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_canexercisehelptoo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.canexercisehelptoo">Can exercise help too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_whatroledoesmedicati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.whatroledoesmedicati">What role does medication play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_doestreatmenthelptop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.doestreatmenthelptop">Does treatment help to prevent complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_doesthetreatmenthave"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.doesthetreatmenthave">Does the treatment have side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_whathappensaftertheb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.whathappensaftertheb">What happens after the birth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_behandlung-eb_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.behandlung-eb/#i2108.behandlung-eb.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.diagnose-ac/">Gestational diabetes: Learn More – How is gestational diabetes diagnosed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac_howarebloodsugarleve"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.diagnose-ac/#i2108.diagnose-ac.howarebloodsugarleve">How are blood sugar levels measured?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac_whatdoesitinvolve"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.diagnose-ac/#i2108.diagnose-ac.whatdoesitinvolve">What does it involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac_whatarethebenefitsof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.diagnose-ac/#i2108.diagnose-ac.whatarethebenefitsof">What are the benefits of this routine test?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac_whatarethepossibledi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.diagnose-ac/#i2108.diagnose-ac.whatarethepossibledi">What are the possible disadvantages of a routine screening test?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac_howdowomenfeelaboutt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.diagnose-ac/#i2108.diagnose-ac.howdowomenfeelaboutt">How do women feel about the diagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_diagnose-ac_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.diagnose-ac/#i2108.diagnose-ac.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/">Gestational diabetes: Learn More – What can help prevent gestational diabetes?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_whencanchangingyourd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.whencanchangingyourd">When can changing your diet prevent gestational diabetes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_whattypeofdietarycha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.whattypeofdietarycha">What type of dietary changes can help prevent gestational diabetes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_howmuchweightgainiso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.howmuchweightgainiso">How much weight gain is okay during pregnancy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_candietarysupplement"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.candietarysupplement">Can dietary supplements help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_doesgettingmoreexerc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.doesgettingmoreexerc">Does getting more exercise help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_whattypeofexerciseis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.whattypeofexerciseis">What type of exercise is suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_doesmedicationhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.doesmedicationhelp">Does medication help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2108_vorbeugung-au_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2108.vorbeugung-au/#i2108.vorbeugung-au.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/">Overview: Cervical cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 6, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2109" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109/#i2109.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_howdoesthestageofcer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.howdoesthestageofcer">How does the stage of cervical cancer affect the choice of treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_surgery"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.surgery">Surgery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_radiotherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.radiotherapy">Radiotherapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_treatmentwithmedicat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.treatmentwithmedicat">Treatment with medication</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_supportivetherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.supportivetherapy">Supportive therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_psychologicalsupport"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.psychologicalsupport">Psychological support and help in everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_behandlung-2g_followupcare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.behandlung-2g/#i2109.behandlung-2g.followupcare">Follow-up 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prevention</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_differenttypesofscre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.differenttypesofscre">Different types of screening tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_howarepaptestsdone"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.howarepaptestsdone">How are Pap tests done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_whatarethepossibleou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.whatarethepossibleou">What are the possible outcomes of Pap tests?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_thehpvtest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.thehpvtest">The HPV test</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages of screening?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_whatarethedisadvanta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.whatarethedisadvanta">What are the disadvantages of screening?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_whathappensifyoudont"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.whathappensifyoudont">What happens if you don’t go for screening every year? Are there any disadvantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_doesitmakesensetopay"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.doesitmakesensetopay">Does it make sense to pay for extra screening tests yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_thelimitationsofscre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.thelimitationsofscre">The limitations of screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts_gi-sources_19"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts.gi-sources.19">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo/">Cervical cancer: Research summaries – Cervical cancer: What are the benefits of HPV tests for cervical screening?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo_screeningtestsforcer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo.screeningtestsforcer">Screening tests for cervical cancer</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo_researchonthebenefit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo.researchonthebenefit">Research on the benefits of HPV tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo_hpvtestscouldhaveben"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo.hpvtestscouldhaveben">HPV tests could have benefits in cancer screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo/#i2109.frueherkennung-ts-vxtr-qblo.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/">Cervical cancer: Learn More – Human papillomaviruses (HPV)</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 6, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_whataretheconsequenc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.whataretheconsequenc">What are the consequences of an HPV infection?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_whattypesofvirusesin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.whattypesofvirusesin">What types of viruses increase the cancer risk?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_howdoeshpvspread"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.howdoeshpvspread">How does HPV spread?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_howcanyouprotectyour"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.howcanyouprotectyour">How can you protect yourself from HPV?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_howdoeshpvaffectrela"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.howdoeshpvaffectrela">How does HPV affect relationships?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_whathappensiftheinfe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.whathappensiftheinfe">What happens if the infection persists?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_whatcanbedoneagainst"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.whatcanbedoneagainst">What can be done against genital warts?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_ursachen-fc_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.ursachen-fc/#i2109.ursachen-fc.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_vorbeugung-3u"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.vorbeugung-3u/">Cervical cancer: Learn More – HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 7, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2109_vorbeugung-3u" class="simple-list toc 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women?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_vorbeugung-3u_howlongdoestheprotec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.vorbeugung-3u/#i2109.vorbeugung-3u.howlongdoestheprotec">How long does the protective effect last?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_vorbeugung-3u_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.vorbeugung-3u/#i2109.vorbeugung-3u.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of the vaccine?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_vorbeugung-3u_howwelldohpvvaccines2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.vorbeugung-3u/#i2109.vorbeugung-3u.howwelldohpvvaccines2">How well do HPV vaccines work in boys and men?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2109_vorbeugung-3u_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2109.vorbeugung-3u/#i2109.vorbeugung-3u.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/">In brief: What happens during a PET scan?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 20, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2110" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110_whatarepetscansusedf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/#i2110.whatarepetscansusedf">What are PET scans used for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110_howcanyoupreparefora"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/#i2110.howcanyoupreparefora">How can you prepare for a PET scan?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110_whatisthedifferenceb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/#i2110.whatisthedifferenceb">What is the difference between PET and other imaging techniques?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110_whatispetcomputedtom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/#i2110.whatispetcomputedtom">What is PET computed tomography (PET/CT)?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110_whatisspecialaboutpe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/#i2110.whatisspecialaboutpe">What is special about PET?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110_radiationexposureare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/#i2110.radiationexposureare">Radiation exposure: Are PET scans dangerous?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2110_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2110/#i2110.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2111"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2111/">Overview: Oral thrush</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 13, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2111" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2111_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2111/#i2111.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2111_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2111/#i2111.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2111_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2111/#i2111.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2111_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2111/#i2111.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2111_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2111/#i2111.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2111_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2111/#i2111.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112/">Overview: Premenstrual syndrome</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 17, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2112" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112/#i2112.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112/#i2112.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112/#i2112.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112/#i2112.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112/#i2112.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112.behandlung-45/#i2112.behandlung-45.whatothertreatmentsa">What other treatments are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_behandlung-45_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112.behandlung-45/#i2112.behandlung-45.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_diagnose-7k"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112.diagnose-7k/">Premenstrual syndrome: Learn More – Diary: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 17, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2112_diagnose-7k" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2112_diagnose-7k_whatcanienterinthedi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2112.diagnose-7k/#i2112.diagnose-7k.whatcanienterinthedi">What can I enter in the diary?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113/#i2113.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_behandlung-jq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113.behandlung-jq/">Lactose intolerance: Learn More – What can lactose-intolerant people eat?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 20, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2113_behandlung-jq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_behandlung-jq_howmuchlactosecanlac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113.behandlung-jq/#i2113.behandlung-jq.howmuchlactosecanlac">How much lactose can lactose-intolerant people have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113.ursachen-cc/#i2113.ursachen-cc.howdoeslactoseintole">How does lactose intolerance develop?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_ursachen-cc_whatcausesthesymptom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113.ursachen-cc/#i2113.ursachen-cc.whatcausesthesymptom">What causes the symptoms of lactose intolerance?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_ursachen-cc_whatelsecouldcauseth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113.ursachen-cc/#i2113.ursachen-cc.whatelsecouldcauseth">What else could cause these symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_ursachen-cc_howislactoseintolera"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113.ursachen-cc/#i2113.ursachen-cc.howislactoseintolera">How is lactose intolerance diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2113_ursachen-cc_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2113.ursachen-cc/#i2113.ursachen-cc.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2114"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2114/">In brief: How does the menstrual cycle work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2114" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2114_whathappensduringovu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2114/#i2114.whathappensduringovu">What happens during ovulation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2114_whathappensduringame"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2114/#i2114.whathappensduringame">What happens during a menstrual period?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2114_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2114/#i2114.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120/#i2120.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/">Obstructive sleep apnea: Learn More – Treatment of obstructive sleep apnea</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as_whatcanyoudotoreduce"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/#i2120.behandlung-as.whatcanyoudotoreduce">What can you do to reduce sleep apnea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as_howcanassistednightt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/#i2120.behandlung-as.howcanassistednightt">How can assisted nighttime breathing (CPAP) help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as_whatispositionalther"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/#i2120.behandlung-as.whatispositionalther">What is positional therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as_whenaremouthguardsco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/#i2120.behandlung-as.whenaremouthguardsco">When are mouth guards considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as_whatcanbeexpectedfro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/#i2120.behandlung-as.whatcanbeexpectedfro">What can be expected from surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as_canmedicationhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/#i2120.behandlung-as.canmedicationhelp">Can medication help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-as_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-as/#i2120.behandlung-as.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6/">Obstructive sleep apnea: Learn More – CPAP therapy for sleep apnea: Dealing with common problems</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6_tipsfordealingwithty"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6/#i2120.behandlung-t6.tipsfordealingwithty">Tips for dealing with typical problems</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6_tryadifferentmachine"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6/#i2120.behandlung-t6.tryadifferentmachine">Try a different machine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6/#i2120.behandlung-t6.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq/">Obstructive sleep apnea: Research summaries – Can special support improve the use of CPAP therapy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq_whatcpaptherapyinvol"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq/#i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq.whatcpaptherapyinvol">What CPAP therapy involves</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq_researchonsupportmea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq/#i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq.researchonsupportmea">Research on support measures</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq_supportmeasurescanle"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq/#i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq.supportmeasurescanle">Support measures can lead to increased use of CPAP</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2120_behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq/#i2120.behandlung-t6-5hxf-vvmq.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/">Overview: Depression</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 15, 2024.</div><ul 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125/#i2125.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/">Depression: Learn More – How is depression treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_doesdepressionalways"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.doesdepressionalways">Does depression always need to be treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_whatarethepsychologi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.whatarethepsychologi">What are the psychological treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_whenarethedifferentm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.whenarethedifferentm">When are the different medications considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_howlongdoestreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.howlongdoestreatment">How long does treatment last?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_whatotherkindsofmedi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.whatotherkindsofmedi">What other kinds of medication are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_whatispsychoeducatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.whatispsychoeducatio">What is psychoeducation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_howcanonlineprograms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.howcanonlineprograms">How can online programs help people with depression?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_arethereothertreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.arethereothertreatme">Are there other treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4/#i2125.behandlung-f4.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp/">Depression: Research summaries – Can sports and exercise help to relieve depression?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp_researchonsportsande"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp/#i2125.behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp.researchonsportsande">Research on sports and exercise for depression</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp_thesymptomsimproved"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp/#i2125.behandlung-f4-ljke-tpjp.thesymptomsimproved">The symptoms improved</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz/#i2125.behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz.thebenefitsofpsychol">The benefits of psychological treatments</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz_benefitsofmedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz/#i2125.behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz.benefitsofmedication">Benefits of medication</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz/#i2125.behandlung-f4-w7gh-6nxz.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-f4-w7gh-e2sy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-f4-w7gh-e2sy/">Depression: Research summaries – Can St. John’s wort products help relieve depression?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 15, 2024.</div><ul 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-pe/#i2125.behandlung-pe.whattypesofpsycholog">What types of psychological treatments can be used in depression?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-pe_howeffectiveispsycho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-pe/#i2125.behandlung-pe.howeffectiveispsycho">How effective is psychological treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-pe_whenispsychotherapya"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-pe/#i2125.behandlung-pe.whenispsychotherapya">When is psychotherapy an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-pe_canpsychologicaltrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2125.behandlung-pe/#i2125.behandlung-pe.canpsychologicaltrea">Can psychological treatment have side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2125_behandlung-pe_howcanyougetaregular"><a 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2135/#i2135.donotstarttooearly">Do not start too early</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2135_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2135/#i2135.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2135_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2135/#i2135.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2135_einleitung-kt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2135.einleitung-kt/">Potty training: Learn More – Helping your child with potty training</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2135_einleitung-kt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2135_einleitung-kt_howwillinoticewhenmy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2135.einleitung-kt/#i2135.einleitung-kt.howwillinoticewhenmy">How will I notice when 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.whatiscognitivethera">What is cognitive therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_howdoesbehavioralthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.howdoesbehavioralthe">How does behavioral therapy work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_whichthoughtsandbeha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.whichthoughtsandbeha">Which thoughts and behavioral patterns are harmful, and which are not?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_howiscbtdifferentfro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.howiscbtdifferentfro">How is CBT different from other psychological treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_wheniscbtconsidered"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.wheniscbtconsidered">When is CBT considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_howdoescbtworkandhow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.howdoescbtworkandhow">How does CBT work and how long does it take?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_cancbtalsohavesideef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.cancbtalsohavesideef">Can CBT also have side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_whocoversthecosts"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.whocoversthecosts">Who covers the costs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2136_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2136/#i2136.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2137"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2137/">In brief: What is an inflammation?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2137" class="simple-list toc 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2147/#i2147.theexocrinecellsofth">The exocrine cells of the pancreas</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2147_theendocrinecellsoft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2147/#i2147.theendocrinecellsoft">The endocrine cells of the pancreas</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2147_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2147/#i2147.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/">Overview: Coronary artery disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2170" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170/#i2170.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-mg/">Coronary artery disease: Learn More – Medication for the long-term treatment of coronary artery disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg_howdoantiplateletswo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-mg/#i2170.behandlung-mg.howdoantiplateletswo">How do antiplatelets work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg_howdostatinswork"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-mg/#i2170.behandlung-mg.howdostatinswork">How do statins work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg_howareanginasymptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-mg/#i2170.behandlung-mg.howareanginasymptoms">How are angina symptoms treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg_whatcanhelptomanagel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-mg/#i2170.behandlung-mg.whatcanhelptomanagel">What can help to manage long-term medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg_howcantheriskofsidee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-mg/#i2170.behandlung-mg.howcantheriskofsidee">How can the risk of side effects be lowered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-mg_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-mg/#i2170.behandlung-mg.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-p5/">Coronary artery disease: Learn More – What can you do for your heart health?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5_whydoessmokingdamage"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-p5/#i2170.behandlung-p5.whydoessmokingdamage">Why does smoking damage blood vessels?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5_whatsthebestdiet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-p5/#i2170.behandlung-p5.whatsthebestdiet">What's the best diet?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5_whataboutsportsandex"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-p5/#i2170.behandlung-p5.whataboutsportsandex">What about sports and exercise?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5_theinfluenceofbodywe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-p5/#i2170.behandlung-p5.theinfluenceofbodywe">The influence of body weight</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5_whyarentdietarysuppl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-p5/#i2170.behandlung-p5.whyarentdietarysuppl">Why aren't dietary supplements needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_behandlung-p5_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.behandlung-p5/#i2170.behandlung-p5.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-7v"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-7v/">Coronary artery disease: Learn More – Signs of a heart attack</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-7v" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-7v_possiblesignsofahear"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-7v/#i2170.folgen-7v.possiblesignsofahear">Possible signs of a heart attack</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-7v_suspectedheartattack"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-7v/#i2170.folgen-7v.suspectedheartattack">Suspected heart attack? Call an ambulance!</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-7v_howcanotherpeoplehel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-7v/#i2170.folgen-7v.howcanotherpeoplehel">How can other people help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-7v_knowncadtemporarysym"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-7v/#i2170.folgen-7v.knowncadtemporarysym">Known CAD: Temporary symptoms or emergency?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-7v_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-7v/#i2170.folgen-7v.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-gb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-gb/">Coronary artery disease: Learn More – Complications of coronary artery disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 22, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-gb" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-gb_heartfailure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-gb/#i2170.folgen-gb.heartfailure">Heart failure</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-gb_irregularheartbeatar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-gb/#i2170.folgen-gb.irregularheartbeatar">Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-gb_heartattack"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-gb/#i2170.folgen-gb.heartattack">Heart attack</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2170_folgen-gb_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2170.folgen-gb/#i2170.folgen-gb.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/">Overview: Menopause</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 12, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2171" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171/#i2171.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-kc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-kc/">Menopause: Learn More – Relieving menopause symptoms on your own</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 12, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-kc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-kc_whatroledoesdietplay"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-kc/#i2171.behandlung-kc.whatroledoesdietplay">What role does diet play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-kc_cansportsandexercise"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-kc/#i2171.behandlung-kc.cansportsandexercise">Can sports and exercise relieve menopause symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-kc_whataboutrelaxationt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-kc/#i2171.behandlung-kc.whataboutrelaxationt">What about relaxation techniques, yoga and tai chi?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-kc_whatarethealternativ"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-kc/#i2171.behandlung-kc.whatarethealternativ">What are the “alternative” treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-kc_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-kc/#i2171.behandlung-kc.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/">Menopause: Learn More – Hormone therapy for menopause</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 12, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_dohormonesneedtobere"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.dohormonesneedtobere">Do hormones need to be replaced?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_whichhormonesareused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.whichhormonesareused">Which hormones are used in hormone therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_whatproductsareavail"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.whatproductsareavail">What products are available and how are they used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_howeffectiveisshortt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.howeffectiveisshortt">How effective is short-term hormone therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_whataretheshortterms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.whataretheshortterms">What are the short-term side effects of hormone therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_whatrisksareassociat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.whatrisksareassociat">What risks are associated with long-term hormone therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages of long-term hormone therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_whatcanyoudoifthesym"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.whatcanyoudoifthesym">What can you do if the symptoms are severe?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_whathappenswhenyoust"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.whathappenswhenyoust">What happens when you stop taking hormones?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_behandlung-o2_gi-sources_16"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.behandlung-o2/#i2171.behandlung-o2.gi-sources.16">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_lebenundalltag-iw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.lebenundalltag-iw/">Menopause: Learn More – Wellbeing during menopause</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 12, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2171_lebenundalltag-iw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_lebenundalltag-iw_whatarehotflashesand"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.lebenundalltag-iw/#i2171.lebenundalltag-iw.whatarehotflashesand">What are hot flashes and what causes them?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_lebenundalltag-iw_doesmenopauseaffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.lebenundalltag-iw/#i2171.lebenundalltag-iw.doesmenopauseaffects">Does menopause affect sexuality?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_lebenundalltag-iw_howdowomenfeelaboutm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.lebenundalltag-iw/#i2171.lebenundalltag-iw.howdowomenfeelaboutm">How do women feel about menopause?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_lebenundalltag-iw_howdowomencopewithth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.lebenundalltag-iw/#i2171.lebenundalltag-iw.howdowomencopewithth">How do women cope with their emotions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2171_lebenundalltag-iw_howdowomenexperience"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2171.lebenundalltag-iw/#i2171.lebenundalltag-iw.howdowomenexperience">How do women experience the physical changes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173/#i2173.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173/#i2173.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173/#i2173.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173/#i2173.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173/#i2173.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173/#i2173.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173/#i2173.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173.behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z/">Conjunctivitis (pink eye): Learn More – What are the treatment options for conjunctivitis (pink eye)?</a><div class="small">Created: December 4, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2173_behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z_whyishygieneimportan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173.behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z/#i2173.behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z.whyishygieneimportan">Why is hygiene important?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2173_behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z_howcanyourelievethes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2173.behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z/#i2173.behandlung-h2-zqmv-ph4z.howcanyourelievethes">How can you relieve the 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of statins?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-qx_arestatinssafe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-qx/#i2178.behandlung-qx.arestatinssafe">Are statins safe?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-qx_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-qx/#i2178.behandlung-qx.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re/">High cholesterol: Learn More – What can I do to keep my heart and blood vessels healthy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 8, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re_whatfoodsanddrinksma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re/#i2178.behandlung-re.whatfoodsanddrinksma">What foods and drinks make a difference?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re_whatroledodifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re/#i2178.behandlung-re.whatroledodifferentt">What role do different types of fat play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re_whichfoodproductsare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re/#i2178.behandlung-re.whichfoodproductsare">Which food products are high in saturated fatty acids and what alternatives are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re_whyarepeopleoftenrec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re/#i2178.behandlung-re.whyarepeopleoftenrec">Why are people often recommended to follow a "Mediterranean diet"?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re_aredietarysupplement"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re/#i2178.behandlung-re.aredietarysupplement">Are dietary supplements a good way of decreasing cholesterol?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re/#i2178.behandlung-re.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re-xpin-6tdz"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2178.behandlung-re-xpin-6tdz/">High cholesterol: Research summaries – Does reducing the amount of saturated fat in your diet help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 10, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re-xpin-6tdz" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2178_behandlung-re-xpin-6tdz_researchondietaryfat"><a class="toc-item" 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class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179/#i2179.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179/#i2179.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179/#i2179.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179/#i2179.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179/#i2179.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179/#i2179.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_treatment"><a class="toc-item" 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disturb your sleep?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-2f_whatcanyoudotostarts"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179.behandlung-2f/#i2179.behandlung-2f.whatcanyoudotostarts">What can you do to start sleeping better again?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-2f_whatifyouarguewithyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179.behandlung-2f/#i2179.behandlung-2f.whatifyouarguewithyo">What if you argue with your parents about when you should go to bed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-2f_whatcanyoudoifyoudon"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179.behandlung-2f/#i2179.behandlung-2f.whatcanyoudoifyoudon">What can you do if you don't start sleeping better?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-2f_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179.behandlung-2f/#i2179.behandlung-2f.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-kf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179.behandlung-kf/">Sleep disorders and problems (insomnia): Learn More – What can you do if you have trouble sleeping?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 31, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-kf" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-kf_whichbedtimehabitsca"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179.behandlung-kf/#i2179.behandlung-kf.whichbedtimehabitsca">Which bedtime habits can you change?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2179_behandlung-kf_cannappingduringthed"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2179.behandlung-kf/#i2179.behandlung-kf.cannappingduringthed">Can napping during the day help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls/#i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls.whathappensduringyou">What happens during your period?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2182_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls_whydosomewomenandgir"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls/#i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls.whydosomewomenandgir">Why do some women and girls have period pain and others don’t?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2182_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls_whatcanidoaboutthepa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls/#i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls.whatcanidoaboutthepa">What can I do about the pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2182_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls/#i2182.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ls.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2184"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2184/">In brief: Using eye drops properly</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 17, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2184" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2184_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2184/#i2184.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2186"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2186/">In brief: What is cholesterol and how does arteriosclerosis develop?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2186" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2186_highcholesterollevel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2186/#i2186.highcholesterollevel">High cholesterol levels increase the risk of arteriosclerosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2186_cholesterollevelsalo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2186/#i2186.cholesterollevelsalo">Cholesterol levels alone do not tell us much about how effective treatments are</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2186_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2186/#i2186.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/">Overview: Head lice</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 5, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2191" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191/#i2191.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/">Head lice: Learn More – How can head lice be treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 6, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_howdoyoucombliceouto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.howdoyoucombliceouto">How do you comb lice out of hair?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_insecticidebasedtrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.insecticidebasedtrea">Insecticide-based treatments</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_siliconebasedtreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.siliconebasedtreatme">Silicone-based treatments (dimethicone or dimeticone)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_plantbasedtreatments"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.plantbasedtreatments">Plant-based treatments and home remedies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_whatdoyouneedtoconsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.whatdoyouneedtoconsi">What do you need to consider when using head lice treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_whencanchildrenretur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.whencanchildrenretur">When can children return to school or day care?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2191_behandlung-y7_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2191.behandlung-y7/#i2191.behandlung-y7.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2192"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2192/">In brief: How can you get enough calcium?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 27, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2192" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2192_dairymilkanddairypro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2192/#i2192.dairymilkanddairypro">Dairy milk and dairy products</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2192_vegetables"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2192/#i2192.vegetables">Vegetables</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2192_breadcereals"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2192/#i2192.breadcereals">Bread, cereals</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2192_drinks"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2192/#i2192.drinks">Drinks</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2192_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2192/#i2192.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/">Overview: Age-related farsightedness (presbyopia)</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2193" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193/#i2193.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193.behandlung-do/">Age-related farsightedness (presbyopia): Learn More – How can age-related farsightedness be corrected?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do_whatdoreadingglasses"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193.behandlung-do/#i2193.behandlung-do.whatdoreadingglasses">What do reading glasses do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do_arereadymadeglassese"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193.behandlung-do/#i2193.behandlung-do.arereadymadeglassese">Are ready-made glasses enough?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do_howdomultifocalglass"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193.behandlung-do/#i2193.behandlung-do.howdomultifocalglass">How do multifocal glasses work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do_whenarecontactlenses"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193.behandlung-do/#i2193.behandlung-do.whenarecontactlenses">When are contact lenses an alternative?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do_canlasertreatmentrev"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193.behandlung-do/#i2193.behandlung-do.canlasertreatmentrev">Can laser treatment reverse presbyopia?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2193_behandlung-do_cansurgeryhelpinthel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2193.behandlung-do/#i2193.behandlung-do.cansurgeryhelpinthel">Can surgery help in the long term?</a></li><li 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Fasting</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2195" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2195_eating"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2195/#i2195.eating">Eating</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2195_drinking"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2195/#i2195.drinking">Drinking</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2195_whichtreatmentsorexa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2195/#i2195.whichtreatmentsorexa">Which treatments or examinations require fasting?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2195_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2195/#i2195.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196/">Overview: Type 1 diabetes</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 8, 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-62/">Type 1 diabetes: Learn More – Forms of insulin delivery</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 8, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-62" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-62_insulinpensandsyring"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-62/#i2196.behandlung-62.insulinpensandsyring">Insulin pens and syringes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-62_insulinpumps"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-62/#i2196.behandlung-62.insulinpumps">Insulin pumps</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-62_pumporpen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-62/#i2196.behandlung-62.pumporpen">Pump or pen?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-62_otherformsofinsulind"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-62/#i2196.behandlung-62.otherformsofinsulind">Other forms of insulin delivery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-62_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-62/#i2196.behandlung-62.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-6j"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-6j/">Type 1 diabetes: Learn More – Types of insulin</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 8, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-6j" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-6j_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-6j/#i2196.behandlung-6j.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of insulin?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-6j_comparinghumaninsuli"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-6j/#i2196.behandlung-6j.comparinghumaninsuli">Comparing human insulin and insulin analogues</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-6j_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-6j/#i2196.behandlung-6j.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg/">Type 1 diabetes: Learn More – Measuring sugar levels in blood and urine yourself</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 8, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg_measuringbloodsugarl1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg/#i2196.behandlung-fg.measuringbloodsugarl1">Measuring blood sugar levels yourself</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg_measuringsugarinyour"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg/#i2196.behandlung-fg.measuringsugarinyour">Measuring sugar in your urine yourself</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg_measuringbloodsugarl2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg/#i2196.behandlung-fg.measuringbloodsugarl2">Measuring blood sugar levels in a laboratory</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg_anotherwaytomeasures"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg/#i2196.behandlung-fg.anotherwaytomeasures">Another way to measure sugar levels</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg/#i2196.behandlung-fg.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/">Type 1 diabetes: Learn More – Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM)</a><div class="small">Created: December 8, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_howdoescgmwork"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.howdoescgmwork">How does CGM work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_cancgmsystemsbecombi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.cancgmsystemsbecombi">Can CGM systems be combined with an insulin pump?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_whatisflashglucosemo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.whatisflashglucosemo">What is flash glucose monitoring (FGM)?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_areconventionalblood"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.areconventionalblood">Are conventional blood glucose meters still needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_advantagesofcontinuo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.advantagesofcontinuo">Advantages of continuous glucose monitoring</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_arethecostscoveredby"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.arethecostscoveredby">Are the costs covered by statutory health insurers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_usingcgmdevicesineve"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.usingcgmdevicesineve">Using CGM devices in everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m/#i2196.behandlung-fg-xaqp-522m.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-tb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-tb/">Type 1 diabetes: Learn More – Types of insulin therapy</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 8, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-tb" class="simple-list 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_behandlung-tb_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.behandlung-tb/#i2196.behandlung-tb.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.symptome-yg/">Type 1 diabetes: Learn More – Hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia in type 1 diabetes</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 8, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg_whenisbloodsugarcons"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.symptome-yg/#i2196.symptome-yg.whenisbloodsugarcons">When is blood sugar considered to be too high or too low?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg_signsofhyperglycemia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.symptome-yg/#i2196.symptome-yg.signsofhyperglycemia">Signs of hyperglycemia</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg_whatcanyoudoifyourbl1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.symptome-yg/#i2196.symptome-yg.whatcanyoudoifyourbl1">What can you do if your blood sugar levels are too high?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg_signsofhypoglycemia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.symptome-yg/#i2196.symptome-yg.signsofhypoglycemia">Signs of hypoglycemia</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg_whatcanyoudoifyourbl2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.symptome-yg/#i2196.symptome-yg.whatcanyoudoifyourbl2">What can you do if your blood sugar levels are too low?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2196_symptome-yg_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2196.symptome-yg/#i2196.symptome-yg.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2200"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2200/">In brief: Systematic searches</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 7, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2200" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2200_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2200/#i2200.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2201"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2201/">In brief: Evaluating the evidence</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2201" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2201_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2201/#i2201.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2204"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2204/">In brief: Quality assurance: Involvement of experts and patients</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2204" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2204_workingwithsupportgr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2204/#i2204.workingwithsupportgr">Working with support group organizations</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2204_internalpeerreview"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2204/#i2204.internalpeerreview">Internal peer review</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2204_externalpeerreview"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2204/#i2204.externalpeerreview">External peer review</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2204_commentsandtestingby"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2204/#i2204.commentsandtestingby">Comments and testing by users</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2204_gi-sources_6"><a 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class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207/">Overview: Varicoceles</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 9, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2207" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207/#i2207.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207/#i2207.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207/#i2207.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207/#i2207.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_prevalence"><a 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7/">Varicoceles: Research summaries – Does varicocele treatment improve fertility in men?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 9, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2207_behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7_treatingvaricoceles"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7/#i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7.treatingvaricoceles">Treating varicoceles</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7_researchontheinfluen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7/#i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7.researchontheinfluen">Research on the influence of surgical procedures on fertility</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7_fertilitymightimprov"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7/#i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7.fertilitymightimprov">Fertility might improve in some men</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2207_behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7/#i2207.behandlung-wi-r6yf-e3x7.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2208"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2208/">In brief: The basic principles of evidence-based medicine</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2208" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2208_sowhatdoesthisexperi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2208/#i2208.sowhatdoesthisexperi">So what does this experiment have to do with health care?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2208_howonerandomizedstud"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2208/#i2208.howonerandomizedstud">How one randomized study saved preterm babies from going blind</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2208_controversyaboutwhat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2208/#i2208.controversyaboutwhat">Controversy about what caused babies to go blind</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2208_howcanscienceandexpe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2208/#i2208.howcanscienceandexpe">How can science and experience be combined in practice?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2208_whathappensifthereis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2208/#i2208.whathappensifthereis">What happens if there is no clear answer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2208_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2208/#i2208.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2209"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2209/">In brief: What is evidence-based medicine?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2209" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2209_gatheringinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2209/#i2209.gatheringinformation">Gathering information and making a decision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2209_generatingandcollect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2209/#i2209.generatingandcollect">Generating and collecting knowledge: the EBM methods</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2209_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2209/#i2209.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2210"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2210/">In brief: Can measurements show if a treatment works?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2210" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2210_fatallywrongconclusi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2210/#i2210.fatallywrongconclusi">Fatally wrong conclusion</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2210_surrogateendpointspr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2210/#i2210.surrogateendpointspr">Surrogate endpoints: Practical, but only rarely reliable</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2210_whenaresurrogateendp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2210/#i2210.whenaresurrogateendp">When are surrogate endpoints useful?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2210_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2210/#i2210.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/">In brief: Understanding urine tests</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 27, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2212" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_whatcanurineanalysis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.whatcanurineanalysis">What can urine analysis reveal?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_howdoyougiveaurinesa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.howdoyougiveaurinesa">How do you give a urine sample?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_rapidurinetest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.rapidurinetest">Rapid urine test</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_urinalysis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.urinalysis">Urinalysis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_urineculture"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.urineculture">Urine culture</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_24hoururinecollectio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.24hoururinecollectio">24-hour urine collection</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_pregnancytests"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.pregnancytests">Pregnancy tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_otherurinetests"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.otherurinetests">Other urine tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2212_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2212/#i2212.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2214"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2214/">In brief: Gathering information and making a decision</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2214" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2214_howcaniprepareforade"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2214/#i2214.howcaniprepareforade">How can I prepare for a decision?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2214_howcanifindusefulinf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2214/#i2214.howcanifindusefulinf">How can I find useful information?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2214_decidingtogetherbuth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2214/#i2214.decidingtogetherbuth">Deciding together – but how?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2214_whataredecisionaids"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2214/#i2214.whataredecisionaids">What are decision aids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2214_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2214/#i2214.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2215"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2215/">In brief: “Off-label use”: What to be aware of</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 1, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2215" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2215_whatdoesindicationme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2215/#i2215.whatdoesindicationme">What does “indication” mean here?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2215_whenisofflabeluseano"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2215/#i2215.whenisofflabeluseano">When is off-label use an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2215_whenarethecostsofoff"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2215/#i2215.whenarethecostsofoff">When are the costs of off-label use covered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2215_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2215/#i2215.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2216"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2216/">In brief: The first step: Gathering information</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2216" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2216_question1whatexactly"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2216/#i2216.question1whatexactly">Question 1: What exactly is the disease or health problem I am dealing with?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2216_question2whatconsequ"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2216/#i2216.question2whatconsequ">Question 2: What consequences will the medical condition have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2216_question3whattreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2216/#i2216.question3whattreatme">Question 3: What treatment options do I have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2216_question4whatarethep"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2216/#i2216.question4whatarethep">Question 4: What are the possible advantages and disadvantages of the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2216_question5istheregood"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2216/#i2216.question5istheregood">Question 5: Is there good research on the treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2216_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2216/#i2216.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2217"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2217/">In brief: The second step: Evaluating the information</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2217" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2217_question1whatwillhap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2217/#i2217.question1whatwillhap">Question 1: What will happen if I just do nothing, and wait and see?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2217_question2whatcanidoa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2217/#i2217.question2whatcanidoa">Question 2: What can I do about it?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2217_question3whatarethea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2217/#i2217.question3whatarethea">Question 3: What are the advantages and disadvantages of the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2217_question4howdoiweigh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2217/#i2217.question4howdoiweigh">Question 4: How do I weigh the pros and cons of the different treatments in my individual case?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2217_question5doifeelinfo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2217/#i2217.question5doifeelinfo">Question 5: Do I feel informed enough to make a decision?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2217_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2217/#i2217.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/">Overview: Outer ear infection</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2218" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218/#i2218.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi/">Outer ear infection: Research summaries – Which ear drops help in the treatment of outer ear infections?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2218_behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi_researchontreatments"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi/#i2218.behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi.researchontreatments">Research on treatments for outer ear infections</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi_evidenceofaninflamma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi/#i2218.behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi.evidenceofaninflamma">Evidence of an inflammation-reducing effect</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi/#i2218.behandlung-rj-mj6q-b6bi.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4/">Outer ear infection: Research summaries – What helps if earwax builds up?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2218_vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4_whatcausesplugsofear"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4/#i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4.whatcausesplugsofear">What causes plugs of earwax to build up?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4_howcanyouremoveearwa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4/#i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4.howcanyouremoveearwa">How can you remove earwax?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4_whichapproachismoste"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4/#i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4.whichapproachismoste">Which approach is most effective?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4/#i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of the various approaches?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2218_vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4/#i2218.vorbeugung-qj-2n5s-ydo4.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/">Overview: Alzheimer's disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2219" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219/#i2219.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/">Alzheimer's disease: Learn More – Non-drug interventions for Alzheimer’s disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_whichnondruginterven"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.whichnondruginterven">Which non-drug interventions are suited for which people?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_whatarecognitivether"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.whatarecognitivether">What are cognitive therapies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_cancognitivetechniqu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.cancognitivetechniqu">Can cognitive techniques help with Alzheimer’s disease?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_whataretheeffectsofp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.whataretheeffectsofp">What are the effects of physical, mental and social stimulation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_howdoemotionoriented"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.howdoemotionoriented">How do emotion-oriented treatments work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_whatcancaregivertrai"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.whatcancaregivertrai">What can caregiver training for family members offer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_canoccupationalthera"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.canoccupationalthera">Can occupational therapy or psychotherapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_howimportantisdiet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.howimportantisdiet">How important is diet?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_cantechnicalsupports"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.cantechnicalsupports">Can technical support systems like robots be beneficial?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_dementiacaremanageme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.dementiacaremanageme">Dementia Care Management</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_whatothernondruginte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.whatothernondruginte">What other non-drug interventions are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-py_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-py/#i2219.behandlung-py.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs/">Alzheimer's disease: Learn More – Medications for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs_howdocholinesterasei"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs/#i2219.behandlung-qs.howdocholinesterasei">How do cholinesterase inhibitors work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs_canmemantinehelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs/#i2219.behandlung-qs.canmemantinehelp">Can memantine help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs_isgingkobilobaanalte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs/#i2219.behandlung-qs.isgingkobilobaanalte">Is Gingko biloba an alternative?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs_whatshouldbeconsider"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs/#i2219.behandlung-qs.whatshouldbeconsider">What should be considered when taking other medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs_medicationsyesorno"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs/#i2219.behandlung-qs.medicationsyesorno">Medications – yes or no?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs/#i2219.behandlung-qs.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza/">Alzheimer's disease: Research summaries – Does memantine help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza_theeffectofmemantine"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza/#i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza.theeffectofmemantine">The effect of memantine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza_testedingoodqualitys"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza/#i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza.testedingoodqualitys">Tested in good-quality studies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza_memantinecansomewhat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza/#i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza.memantinecansomewhat">Memantine can somewhat delay the worsening of some abilities</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza_sideeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza/#i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza.sideeffects">Side effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza_unansweredquestions"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza/#i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza.unansweredquestions">Unanswered questions</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza/#i2219.behandlung-qs-2x3i-brza.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-53si-xerr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr/">Alzheimer's disease: Research summaries – Do Ginkgo products help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-53si-xerr" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-53si-xerr_researchonginkgobilo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr/#i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr.researchonginkgobilo">Research on Ginkgo biloba products</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-53si-xerr_ginkgoextractegb761i"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr/#i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr.ginkgoextractegb761i">Ginkgo extract EGb 761 is effective in high doses</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-53si-xerr_sideeffectsandintera"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr/#i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr.sideeffectsandintera">Side effects and interactions can't be ruled out</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-53si-xerr_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr/#i2219.behandlung-qs-53si-xerr.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/">Alzheimer's disease: Research summaries – How effective are cholinesterase inhibitors?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg_threecholinesterasei"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/#i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg.threecholinesterasei">Three cholinesterase inhibitors available</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg_goodresearchdataonsh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/#i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg.goodresearchdataonsh">Good research data on short-term pros and cons</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg_positiveeffectonment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/#i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg.positiveeffectonment">Positive effect on mental performance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg_effectivenessofpatch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/#i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg.effectivenessofpatch">Effectiveness of patches</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg_benefitsareunclearre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/#i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg.benefitsareunclearre">Benefits are unclear regarding many of the other therapy goals</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg_sideeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/#i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg.sideeffects">Side effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2219_behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg/#i2219.behandlung-qs-nm32-yfqg.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2220"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2220/">In brief: How can InformedHealth.org help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2220" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2220_question1whatwillhap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2220/#i2220.question1whatwillhap">Question 1: What will happen if I just do nothing, and wait and see?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2220_question2whataremyop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2220/#i2220.question2whataremyop">Question 2: What are my options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2220_question3whatarethea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2220/#i2220.question3whatarethea">Question 3: What are the advantages and disadvantages of the treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2220_question4howdoiweigh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2220/#i2220.question4howdoiweigh">Question 4: How do I weigh the pros and cons of my options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2220_question5doifeelinfo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2220/#i2220.question5doifeelinfo">Question 5: Do I feel informed enough to make a decision?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2220_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2220/#i2220.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2221"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2221/">In brief: Decision aids</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2221" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2221_otherdecisionaids"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2221/#i2221.otherdecisionaids">Other decision aids</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2221_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2221/#i2221.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/">Overview: Rheumatoid arthritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222/#i2222.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ch/">Rheumatoid arthritis: Learn More – Daily living aids for people with rheumatoid arthritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ch" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ch_whatkindsofdailylivi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ch/#i2222.behandlung-ch.whatkindsofdailylivi">What kinds of daily living aids are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ch_whopaysfordailylivin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ch/#i2222.behandlung-ch.whopaysfordailylivin">Who pays for daily living aids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ch_wherecanifindoutwhow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ch/#i2222.behandlung-ch.wherecanifindoutwhow">Where can I find out who will cover the costs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ch_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ch/#i2222.behandlung-ch.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/">Rheumatoid arthritis: Learn More – Painkillers for rheumatoid arthritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds_whichpainkillersaree"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/#i2222.behandlung-ds.whichpainkillersaree">Which painkillers are effective in relieving joint pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/#i2222.behandlung-ds.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds_whohasahigherriskofc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/#i2222.behandlung-ds.whohasahigherriskofc">Who has a higher risk of complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds_howcansideeffectsbea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/#i2222.behandlung-ds.howcansideeffectsbea">How can side effects be avoided?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds_doesacetaminophenpar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/#i2222.behandlung-ds.doesacetaminophenpar">Does acetaminophen (paracetamol) help in rheumatoid arthritis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds_whendoesitmakesenset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/#i2222.behandlung-ds.whendoesitmakesenset">When does it make sense to use steroids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ds_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ds/#i2222.behandlung-ds.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld/">Rheumatoid arthritis: Learn More – Fatigue related to rheumatoid arthritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld_howcanfatigueaffecty"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld/#i2222.behandlung-ld.howcanfatigueaffecty">How can fatigue affect your life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld_howdopeoplecopewithf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld/#i2222.behandlung-ld.howdopeoplecopewithf">How do people cope with fatigue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld_canphysicalactivityh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld/#i2222.behandlung-ld.canphysicalactivityh">Can physical activity help to lessen fatigue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld_whatkindoftreatmentc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld/#i2222.behandlung-ld.whatkindoftreatmentc">What kind of treatment could help against fatigue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld/#i2222.behandlung-ld.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq/">Rheumatoid arthritis: Research summaries – Can psychological treatment and patient education help in rheumatoid arthritis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq_copingstrategies"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq/#i2222.behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq.copingstrategies">Coping strategies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq_researchonpsychologi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq/#i2222.behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq.researchonpsychologi">Research on psychological support for rheumatoid arthritis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq/#i2222.behandlung-ld-bbe5-yvhq.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/">Rheumatoid arthritis: Learn More – Medication to prevent joint damage</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_whatareconventionald"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.whatareconventionald">What are conventional disease-modifying drugs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_howarethemedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.howarethemedications">How are the medications used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_howeffectivearedrugs"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.howeffectivearedrugs">How effective are drugs like methotrexate?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of conventional disease-modifying drugs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_whatcanyoudoaboutthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.whatcanyoudoaboutthe">What can you do about the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_whatshouldwomenbeawa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.whatshouldwomenbeawa">What should women be aware of if they’re pregnant or trying for a baby?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_whenarebiologicsanop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.whenarebiologicsanop">When are biologics an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_whenarethenewtargete"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.whenarethenewtargete">When are the new targeted synthetic drugs used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-no_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-no/#i2222.behandlung-no.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-of"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-of/">Rheumatoid arthritis: Learn More – Exercise and sports for rheumatoid arthritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-of" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-of_whattypesofsportsare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-of/#i2222.behandlung-of.whattypesofsportsare">What types of sports are suitable in rheumatoid arthritis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_behandlung-of_whatdoesresearchsaya"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.behandlung-of/#i2222.behandlung-of.whatdoesresearchsaya">What does research say about the different types 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.diagnose-ia/#i2222.diagnose-ia.howareearlystagesofr">How are early stages of rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_diagnose-ia_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.diagnose-ia/#i2222.diagnose-ia.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_lebenundalltag-eh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.lebenundalltag-eh/">Rheumatoid arthritis: Learn More – Everyday life with rheumatoid arthritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2222_lebenundalltag-eh" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_lebenundalltag-eh_howcanrheumatoidarth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.lebenundalltag-eh/#i2222.lebenundalltag-eh.howcanrheumatoidarth">How can rheumatoid arthritis change your everyday life?</a></li><li 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.lebenundalltag-eh/#i2222.lebenundalltag-eh.rheumatoidarthritisa">Rheumatoid arthritis and family planning: What do you need to know?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_lebenundalltag-eh_howdoesrheumatoidart2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.lebenundalltag-eh/#i2222.lebenundalltag-eh.howdoesrheumatoidart2">How does rheumatoid arthritis affect relationships and sexuality?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2222_lebenundalltag-eh_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2222.lebenundalltag-eh/#i2222.lebenundalltag-eh.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/">In brief: How do hands work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2223" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_bonesandjoints"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.bonesandjoints">Bones and joints</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_muscles"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.muscles">Muscles</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_connectivetissueandt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.connectivetissueandt">Connective tissue and tendons</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_functionofthemuscles"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.functionofthemuscles">Function of the muscles: Power, touch and precision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_bloodsupply"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.bloodsupply">Blood supply</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_nerves"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.nerves">Nerves</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_thesenseoftouch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.thesenseoftouch">The sense of touch</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2223_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2223/#i2223.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2224"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2224/">In brief: How do joints work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2224" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2224_protectivejointcapsu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2224/#i2224.protectivejointcapsu">Protective joint capsules</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2224_manydifferentshapesa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2224/#i2224.manydifferentshapesa">Many different shapes and well-lubricated</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2224_directionofmovementa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2224/#i2224.directionofmovementa">Direction of movement and flexibility</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2224_immovablejoints"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2224/#i2224.immovablejoints">Immovable joints</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2224_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2224/#i2224.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2225"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2225/">In brief: How does the immune system work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 6, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2225" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab/#i2226.behandlung-ab.whenispsychologicals">When is psychological support considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab_whichresearchquestio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab/#i2226.behandlung-ab.whichresearchquestio">Which research questions are still unanswered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab/#i2226.behandlung-ab.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd/">Parkinson’s disease: Research summaries – Can exercise help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd_sportsandexerciseina"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd/#i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd.sportsandexerciseina">Sports and exercise in addition to medication</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd_researchonthebenefit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd/#i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd.researchonthebenefit">Research on the benefits of exercise</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd_improvedmovementandc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd/#i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd.improvedmovementandc">Improved movement and coordination</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd_whichexercisesaremos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd/#i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd.whichexercisesaremos">Which exercises are most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd/#i2226.behandlung-ab-dmxk-xnqd.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/">Parkinson’s disease: Learn More – Medication for Parkinson's disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_howisparkinsonstreat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.howisparkinsonstreat">How is Parkinson's treated in the early stages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_howeffectiveisthetre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.howeffectiveisthetre">How effective is the treatment in the early stages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_whatshouldbeconsider"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.whatshouldbeconsider">What should be considered when taking the medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_whichonefirstlevodop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.whichonefirstlevodop">Which one first: levodopa or dopamine agonists?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_levodopaordopamineag"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.levodopaordopamineag">Levodopa or dopamine agonists: What does research say?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_whatsideeffectsdoest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.whatsideeffectsdoest">What side effects does the medication have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_whatifthemedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.whatifthemedications">What if the medications are no longer effective enough?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-bp_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-bp/#i2226.behandlung-bp.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/">Parkinson’s disease: Learn More – Parkinson’s disease: Deep brain stimulation</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_whatisdeepbrainstimu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.whatisdeepbrainstimu">What is deep brain stimulation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_whocanhavethistreatm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.whocanhavethistreatm">Who can have this treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_whatdoesthesurgeryin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.whatdoesthesurgeryin">What does the surgery involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_howisthepacemakeradj"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.howisthepacemakeradj">How is the pacemaker adjusted?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_howeffectiveisdbsinp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.howeffectiveisdbsinp">How effective is DBS in Parkinson's disease?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of brain stimulation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_whathappensafterthes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.whathappensafterthes">What happens after the surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_behandlung-mq_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.behandlung-mq/#i2226.behandlung-mq.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/">Parkinson’s disease: Learn More – Living with the early stages of Parkinson's disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_whatfirststepsareimp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.whatfirststepsareimp">What first steps are important after the diagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_howcanicopewiththesy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.howcanicopewiththesy">How can I cope with the symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_whatcanbedoneifspeec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.whatcanbedoneifspeec">What can be done if speech and facial expressions are affected?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_whichactivitiescanyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.whichactivitiescanyo">Which activities can you do, and for how long?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_whatimpactdoesparkin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.whatimpactdoesparkin">What impact does Parkinson’s have on your job?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_howlongwillibeableto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.howlongwillibeableto">How long will I be able to drive a car?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_howdoesparkinsonsaff"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.howdoesparkinsonsaff">How does Parkinson’s affect relationships and sexuality?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_whatdoyouneedtoknowa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.whatdoyouneedtoknowa">What do you need to know about the medication and side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_whatdoesalivingwilla"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.whatdoesalivingwilla">What does a living will (advance health care directive) and a power of attorney involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2226_lebenundalltag-ho_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2226.lebenundalltag-ho/#i2226.lebenundalltag-ho.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/">Overview: Tinnitus</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 14, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2227" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227/#i2227.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_behandlung-xc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227.behandlung-xc/">Tinnitus: Learn More – Chronic tinnitus: What helps – and what doesn’t?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2227_behandlung-xc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_behandlung-xc_whatcanhelpyoucopebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227.behandlung-xc/#i2227.behandlung-xc.whatcanhelpyoucopebe">What can help you cope better with tinnitus?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_behandlung-xc_whendoesitmakesenset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227.behandlung-xc/#i2227.behandlung-xc.whendoesitmakesenset">When does it make sense to get a hearing aid?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_behandlung-xc_whichtreatmentshaven"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227.behandlung-xc/#i2227.behandlung-xc.whichtreatmentshaven">Which treatments have not been proven to work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2227_behandlung-xc_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2227.behandlung-xc/#i2227.behandlung-xc.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/">Overview: Migraine</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2228" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228/#i2228.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/">Migraine: Learn More – Medication for migraines</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk_canpainkillerslikeac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/#i2228.behandlung-hk.canpainkillerslikeac">Can painkillers like acetylsalicylic acid or acetaminophen (paracetamol) help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/#i2228.behandlung-hk.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk_whatdrugsrelievenaus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/#i2228.behandlung-hk.whatdrugsrelievenaus">What drugs relieve nausea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk_howdomigrainemedicat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/#i2228.behandlung-hk.howdomigrainemedicat">How do migraine medications like triptans and ergotamines work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk_whichmedicationsares"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/#i2228.behandlung-hk.whichmedicationsares">Which medications are suitable for children and teenagers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk_whatcanhappenifyouta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/#i2228.behandlung-hk.whatcanhappenifyouta">What can happen if you take painkillers too often?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_behandlung-hk_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.behandlung-hk/#i2228.behandlung-hk.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-vz"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-vz/">Migraine: Learn More – Migraine diary</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 4, 2022.</div></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/">Migraine: Learn More – Migraine prevention in adults</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_whatcanincreasetheli"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.whatcanincreasetheli">What can increase the likelihood of migraines or trigger them?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_howcanmigrainesbepre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.howcanmigrainesbepre">How can migraines be prevented without medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_canherbalproductsord"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.canherbalproductsord">Can herbal products or dietary supplements prevent migraines?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_whenaremedicationsfo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.whenaremedicationsfo">When are medications for the prevention of migraines considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_whichmedicationsares"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.whichmedicationsares">Which medications are suitable for the prevention of migraines?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_howeffectivearethest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.howeffectivearethest">How effective are the standard medications and what side effects do they have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_howcanyoufindtherigh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.howcanyoufindtherigh">How can you find the right medication for you?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_whatdoseofmedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.whatdoseofmedication">What dose of medication, and for how long?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-ak_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-ak/#i2228.vorbeugung-ak.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/">Migraine: Learn More – Migraine prevention in children and teenagers</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_whatcantriggermigrai"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.whatcantriggermigrai">What can trigger migraines?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_howcanyouidentifymig"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.howcanyouidentifymig">How can you identify migraine triggers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_whatroledotensionand"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.whatroledotensionand">What role do tension and stress play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_howelsecanmigrainesb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.howelsecanmigrainesb">How else can migraines be prevented?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_howeffectivearethese"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.howeffectivearethese">How effective are these preventive strategies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_whenaremedicationsfo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.whenaremedicationsfo">When are medications for the prevention of migraines considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_domedicationsprevent"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.domedicationsprevent">Do medications prevent migraine attacks?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2228_vorbeugung-du_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2228.vorbeugung-du/#i2228.vorbeugung-du.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/">Overview: Middle ear infection</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2233" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233/#i2233.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/">Middle ear infection: Learn More – What can parents do about middle ear infections?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_whendoyouneedtogotot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.whendoyouneedtogotot">When do you need to go to the doctor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_painreliefandfeverre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.painreliefandfeverre">Pain relief and fever-reducing treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_antibiotics"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.antibiotics">Antibiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_decongestantnosedrop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.decongestantnosedrop">Decongestant nose drops or nasal sprays</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_eardrops"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.eardrops">Ear drops</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_incisionintheeardrum"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.incisionintheeardrum">Incision in the eardrum (paracentesis)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_homeremediesandcompl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.homeremediesandcompl">Home remedies and complementary medicine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_eartubes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.eartubes">Ear tubes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko/#i2233.behandlung-ko.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62/">Middle ear infection: Research summaries – Will antibiotics help relieve symptoms in babies and toddlers?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62_researchonantibiotic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62/#i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62.researchonantibiotic">Research on antibiotics for acute middle ear infections</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62_antibioticsareofteni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62/#i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62.antibioticsareofteni">Antibiotics are often ineffective</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62_antibioticscanhelpin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62/#i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62.antibioticscanhelpin">Antibiotics can help in some children</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62_sideeffectsofantibio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62/#i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62.sideeffectsofantibio">Side effects of antibiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62_watchfulwaitingmakes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62/#i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62.watchfulwaitingmakes">Watchful waiting makes sense in most cases</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62/#i2233.behandlung-ko-lhgk-uw62.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/">Middle ear infection: Learn More – How can middle ear infections in children be prevented?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_smokefreeenvironment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.smokefreeenvironment">Smoke-free environment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_usepacifierslessofte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.usepacifierslessofte">Use pacifiers less often</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_pneumococcalvaccinat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.pneumococcalvaccinat">Pneumococcal vaccination</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_fluvaccinations"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.fluvaccinations">Flu vaccinations</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_xylitolgum"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.xylitolgum">Xylitol gum</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_zinc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.zinc">Zinc</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_adenoidsurgeryandthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.adenoidsurgeryandthe">Adenoid surgery and the use of ear tubes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2233_vorbeugung-l7_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2233.vorbeugung-l7/#i2233.vorbeugung-l7.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/">Overview: Tonsillitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2237" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237/#i2237.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/">Tonsillitis: Learn More – When is tonsil surgery a good idea in adults?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_whatarethebenefitsof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.whatarethebenefitsof">What are the benefits of tonsil surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_whatarethereasonsnot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.whatarethereasonsnot">What are the reasons not to have surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_whatarethepossibleco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.whatarethepossibleco">What are the possible complications of tonsil surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_whathappensdurington"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.whathappensdurington">What happens during tonsil surgery and what are the different approaches?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_whichisbetterpartial"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.whichisbetterpartial">Which is better: Partial or complete surgical removal of the tonsils?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_howcanireducetheprob"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.howcanireducetheprob">How can I reduce the problems after surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_howcanasecondmedical"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.howcanasecondmedical">How can a second medical opinion help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-ap_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-ap/#i2237.behandlung-ap.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/">Tonsillitis: Learn More – Tonsillitis: Tonsil surgery in children</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_howeffectiveistonsil"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.howeffectiveistonsil">How effective is tonsil surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_whatarethedrawbackso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.whatarethedrawbackso">What are the drawbacks of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_whatarethepossibleco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.whatarethepossibleco">What are the possible complications of tonsil surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_whatdoesthesurgeryin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.whatdoesthesurgeryin">What does the surgery involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_whichisbetterpartial"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.whichisbetterpartial">Which is better: Partial or complete surgical removal of the tonsils?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_howcanireducetheprob"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.howcanireducetheprob">How can I reduce the problems after surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_howcanasecondmedical"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.howcanasecondmedical">How can a second medical opinion help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-tt_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-tt/#i2237.behandlung-tt.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav/">Tonsillitis: Research summaries – Do antibiotics make sore throats go away quicker?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav_effectivenessoftreat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav/#i2237.behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav.effectivenessoftreat">Effectiveness of treatment with antibiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav_sideeffectsofantibio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav/#i2237.behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav.sideeffectsofantibio">Side effects of antibiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2237_behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2237.behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav/#i2237.behandlung-zq-mxp7-rgav.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2238"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2238/">In brief: What are blood clots and what causes them?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2238" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2238_howdoesbloodclot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2238/#i2238.howdoesbloodclot">How does blood clot?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2238_whyelsemightbloodclo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2238/#i2238.whyelsemightbloodclo">Why else might blood clots form?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2238_whencanbloodclotsbec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2238/#i2238.whencanbloodclotsbec">When can blood clots become dangerous?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2238_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2238/#i2238.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2239"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2239/">In brief: How does the urinary system work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2239" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2239_urinarybladderandure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2239/#i2239.urinarybladderandure">Urinary bladder and urethra</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2240_whatdothekidneysdo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2240/#i2240.whatdothekidneysdo">What do the kidneys do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2240_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2240/#i2240.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2241"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2241/">In brief: How does the gallbladder work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2241" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2241_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2241/#i2241.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2243"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2243/">In brief: What are microbes?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 5, 2022.</div><ul 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class="small">Last Update: May 28, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2244" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2244_locationandstructure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2244/#i2244.locationandstructure">Location and structure of the thyroid gland</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2244_whathormonesdoesthet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2244/#i2244.whathormonesdoesthet">What hormones does the thyroid make?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2244_howdothethyroidhormo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2244/#i2244.howdothethyroidhormo">How do the thyroid hormones work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2244_howistheproductionof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2244/#i2244.howistheproductionof">How is the production of hormones regulated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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lobe do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2245_whathappensintheinte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2245/#i2245.whathappensintheinte">What happens in the intermediate lobe?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2245_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2245/#i2245.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2247"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2247/">In brief: How does the nervous system work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2247" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2247_whatmakesupournervou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2247/#i2247.whatmakesupournervou">What makes up our nervous system?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2247_whatarethemainpartso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2247/#i2247.whatarethemainpartso">What are the main parts of the nervous system?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2247_whatisthedifferenceb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2247/#i2247.whatisthedifferenceb">What is the difference between the voluntary and involuntary nervous system?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2247_whatarethepartsofthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2247/#i2247.whatarethepartsofthe">What are the parts of the involuntary nervous system?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2247_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2247/#i2247.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2248"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2248/">In brief: The lymphatic system</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2248" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2248_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2248/#i2248.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2249"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2249/">In brief: What does blood do?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 16, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2249" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2249_whatjobsdoesblooddo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2249/#i2249.whatjobsdoesblooddo">What jobs does blood do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2249_whatisbloodmadeupof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2249/#i2249.whatisbloodmadeupof">What is blood made up of?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2249_howarebloodcellsprod"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2249/#i2249.howarebloodcellsprod">How are blood cells produced?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2249_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2249/#i2249.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2250"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2250/">In brief: How does the liver work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 28, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2250" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2250_whatisthestructureof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2250/#i2250.whatisthestructureof">What is the structure of the liver?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2250_whatjobsdoestheliver"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2250/#i2250.whatjobsdoestheliver">What jobs does the liver do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2250_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2250/#i2250.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2253"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2253/">In brief: How does our sense of balance work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 25, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2253" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2253_whatdothesemicircula"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2253/#i2253.whatdothesemicircula">What do the semicircular canals do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2253_whatdotheotolithorga"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2253/#i2253.whatdotheotolithorga">What do the otolith organs do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2253_howdoesthebodyusethi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2253/#i2253.howdoesthebodyusethi">How does the body use this information?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2257" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257/#i2257.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/">Eczema: Learn More – Steroids and other topical medications</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 11, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_howdothevarioustopic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.howdothevarioustopic">How do the various topical steroids differ?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_whichtopicalsteroidi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.whichtopicalsteroidi">Which topical steroid is most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_howaresteroidsused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.howaresteroidsused">How are steroids used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_therightamount"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.therightamount">The right amount</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_avoidingsideeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.avoidingsideeffects">Avoiding side effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_cansteroidsbeusedinp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.cansteroidsbeusedinp">Can steroids be used in pregnancy too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_preventingflareupsth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.preventingflareupsth">Preventing flare-ups through intermittent use</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_whencanpimecrolimusa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.whencanpimecrolimusa">When can pimecrolimus and tacrolimus be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_dopimecrolimusandtac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.dopimecrolimusandtac">Do pimecrolimus and tacrolimus have any advantages over steroids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-bj_gi-sources_17"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-bj/#i2257.behandlung-bj.gi-sources.17">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/">Eczema: Learn More – Light therapy, tablets and injections</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 11, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_whatdoeslighttherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.whatdoeslighttherapy">What does light therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_differenttypesofligh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.differenttypesofligh">Different types of light therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_canlighttherapyhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.canlighttherapyhelp">Can light therapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of light therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_howcanyoupreventside"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.howcanyoupreventside">How can you prevent side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_whenissystemictreatm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.whenissystemictreatm">When is systemic treatment recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_whichmedicationscanb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.whichmedicationscanb">Which medications can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_othermedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.othermedications">Other medications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_whyaresteroidtablets"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.whyaresteroidtablets">Why are steroid tablets only rarely recommended nowadays?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_canallergymedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.canallergymedication">Can allergy medications (antihistamines) help in eczema?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ge_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ge/#i2257.behandlung-ge.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/">Eczema: Learn More – Skin care for eczema</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 11, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_whatsthedifferencebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.whatsthedifferencebe">What's the difference between ointments, creams and lotions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_whichproductsaremost"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.whichproductsaremost">Which products are most suitable in different situations?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_howareskinproductsap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.howareskinproductsap">How are skin products applied?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_arecertainproductsbe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.arecertainproductsbe">Are certain products better than others?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_whatshouldyoubecaref"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.whatshouldyoubecaref">What should you be careful about when taking a bath or shower?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_isitagoodideatousemo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.isitagoodideatousemo">Is it a good idea to use moisturizing bath additives?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_canwetwrapshelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.canwetwrapshelp">Can wet wraps help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_doesspecialclothingh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.doesspecialclothingh">Does special clothing help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_behandlung-ur_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.behandlung-ur/#i2257.behandlung-ur.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk/">Eczema: Research summaries – Eczema: Can eliminating particular foods help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 11, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2257_diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk_howarefoodallergiesd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk/#i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk.howarefoodallergiesd">How are food allergies diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk_researchoneliminatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk/#i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk.researchoneliminatio">Research on elimination diets for eczema</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk_eliminationdietsprob"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk/#i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk.eliminationdietsprob">Elimination diets probably only help in people who have a diagnosed food allergy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk/#i2257.diagnose-55-4zf7-rgxk.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm/">Eczema: Research summaries – Can mothers reduce their child's risk of getting eczema by avoiding certain foods during pregnancy and while breastfeeding?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 11, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm_researchonavoidingce"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm.researchonavoidingce">Research on avoiding certain foods</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm_researchresultsandre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm.researchresultsandre">Research results and recommendations</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-blxm.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2/">Eczema: Research summaries – Eczema in children: Can prebiotics or probiotics help prevent it?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 11, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2_howdoprobioticsandpr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2.howdoprobioticsandpr">How do probiotics and prebiotics work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2_researchonprobiotics"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2.researchonprobiotics">Research on probiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2_woldallergyorganizat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2.woldallergyorganizat">Wold Allergy Organization recommendations on probiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2_researchonprebiotics"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2.researchonprebiotics">Research on prebiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2257_vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2/#i2257.vorbeugung-g2-wobe-w7f2.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/">Overview: Acute cystitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 27, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2258" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258/#i2258.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6/">Acute cystitis: Learn More – Treating acute cystitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 27, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6_howeffectiveareantib"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6/#i2258.behandlung-w6.howeffectiveareantib">How effective are antibiotics?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6_whatelsecanyoudoifyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6/#i2258.behandlung-w6.whatelsecanyoudoifyo">What else can you do if you have cystitis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6/#i2258.behandlung-w6.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok/">Acute cystitis: Research summaries – How effective are antibiotics in treating acute cystitis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 27, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok_antibioticsareveryef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok/#i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok.antibioticsareveryef">Antibiotics are very effective</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok_canyoumakedowithouta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok/#i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok.canyoumakedowithouta">Can you make do without antibiotics?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok_thevariousantibiotic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok/#i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok.thevariousantibiotic">The various antibiotics are equally effective</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok_howlongshouldyoutake"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok/#i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok.howlongshouldyoutake">How long should you take the antibiotics for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok/#i2258.behandlung-w6-mfbv-ulok.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.vorbeugung-kq/">Acute cystitis: Learn More – Preventing cystitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 27, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq_howcanyoupreventcyst"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.vorbeugung-kq/#i2258.vorbeugung-kq.howcanyoupreventcyst">How can you prevent cystitis in everyday life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq_docranberryproductso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.vorbeugung-kq/#i2258.vorbeugung-kq.docranberryproductso">Do cranberry products or other herbal products help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq_canyoutakeantibiotic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.vorbeugung-kq/#i2258.vorbeugung-kq.canyoutakeantibiotic">Can you take antibiotics to prevent cystitis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq_whenarehormonesused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.vorbeugung-kq/#i2258.vorbeugung-kq.whenarehormonesused">When are hormones used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq_whataboutvaccinesoro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.vorbeugung-kq/#i2258.vorbeugung-kq.whataboutvaccinesoro">What about vaccines or other treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2258_vorbeugung-kq_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2258.vorbeugung-kq/#i2258.vorbeugung-kq.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2259"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2259/">In brief: How do the tonsils work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 30, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2259" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2259_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2259/#i2259.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/">In brief: How does the tongue work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 24, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2260" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260_whatisthetongue"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/#i2260.whatisthetongue">What is the tongue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260_thestructureoftheton"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/#i2260.thestructureoftheton">The structure of the tongue</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260_whatisonthesurfaceof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/#i2260.whatisonthesurfaceof">What is on the surface of the tongue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260_whataboutundertheton"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/#i2260.whataboutundertheton">What about under the tongue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260_whyisthetonguesoflex"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/#i2260.whyisthetonguesoflex">Why is the tongue so flexible?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260_thetonguesjobs"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/#i2260.thetonguesjobs">The tongue’s jobs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2260_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2260/#i2260.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2261"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2261/">In brief: How does our sense of taste work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 24, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2261" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li 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class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2261_whataretastebuds"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2261/#i2261.whataretastebuds">What are taste buds?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2261_howmanykindsoftastes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2261/#i2261.howmanykindsoftastes">How many kinds of tastes are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2261_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2261/#i2261.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2262"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2262/">In brief: Causes and signs of edema</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2262" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2262_causesandforms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2262/#i2262.causesandforms">Causes and forms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2262_lymphedema"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2262/#i2262.lymphedema">Lymphedema</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2262_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2262/#i2262.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2263"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2263/">In brief: How do cancer cells grow and spread?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2263" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2263_howdocellsknowwhatth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2263/#i2263.howdocellsknowwhatth">How do cells "know" what they're meant to do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2263_theroleofhormonesblo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2263/#i2263.theroleofhormonesblo">The role of hormones, blood and the lymphatic system</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2263_benignandmalignantgr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2263/#i2263.benignandmalignantgr">Benign and malignant growth</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2263_howdocancercellsbeha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2263/#i2263.howdocancercellsbeha">How do cancer cells behave?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2263_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2263/#i2263.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2263_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2263/#i2263.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2264"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2264/">In brief: Medication list</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul 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class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2265_whocanparticipateina"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2265/#i2265.whocanparticipateina">Who can participate in a DMP?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2265_howistreatmentprovid"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2265/#i2265.howistreatmentprovid">How is treatment provided in a disease management program?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2265_howcanibenefitfromad"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2265/#i2265.howcanibenefitfromad">How can I benefit from a DMP?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2265_whatcanidoifthereisn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2265/#i2265.whatcanidoifthereisn">What can I do if there is no DMP for my condition?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2265_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2265/#i2265.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/">In brief: Understanding tests used to detect bone problems</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2266" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266_xrayexaminations"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/#i2266.xrayexaminations">X-ray examinations</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266_computedtomography"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/#i2266.computedtomography">Computed tomography</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266_magneticresonanceima"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/#i2266.magneticresonanceima">Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266_bonedensitytestsbone"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/#i2266.bonedensitytestsbone">Bone density tests (bone densitometry)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266_bonescans"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/#i2266.bonescans">Bone scans</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266_bonebiopsiesandbonem"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/#i2266.bonebiopsiesandbonem">Bone biopsies and bone marrow biopsies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2266_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2266/#i2266.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2267"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2267/">In brief: Understanding thyroid tests</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 28, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2267" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2267_palpationofthethyroi"><a 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class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/">Overview: Cataracts</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2268" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268/#i2268.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/">Cataracts: Learn More – Cataract surgery</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp_aretherealternatives"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/#i2268.behandlung-cp.aretherealternatives">Are there alternatives to surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp_whenisittherighttime"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/#i2268.behandlung-cp.whenisittherighttime">When is it the right time for surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp_whatelseshouldiconsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/#i2268.behandlung-cp.whatelseshouldiconsi">What else should I consider before surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp_whatdoesthesurgeryin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/#i2268.behandlung-cp.whatdoesthesurgeryin">What does the surgery involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp_whatisthemostappropr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/#i2268.behandlung-cp.whatisthemostappropr">What is the most appropriate type of anesthesia?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp_howeffectiveissurger"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/#i2268.behandlung-cp.howeffectiveissurger">How effective is surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2268_behandlung-cp_whatarethepossibleco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2268.behandlung-cp/#i2268.behandlung-cp.whatarethepossibleco">What are the possible complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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Irritable bowel syndrome: What helps – and what doesn’t</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 27, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2269_behandlung-vy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2269_behandlung-vy_whichtreatmentshaveb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2269.behandlung-vy/#i2269.behandlung-vy.whichtreatmentshaveb">Which treatments have been tested in good-quality studies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2269_behandlung-vy_whatcanhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2269.behandlung-vy/#i2269.behandlung-vy.whatcanhelp">What can help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2269_behandlung-vy_whereistherealackofg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2269.behandlung-vy/#i2269.behandlung-vy.whereistherealackofg">Where is there a lack of good research?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276/#i2276.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276/#i2276.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276/#i2276.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276/#i2276.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-dv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-dv/">Breast cancer: Learn More – Breast cancer: Treating lymphedema</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-dv" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" 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class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-dv/#i2276.behandlung-dv.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options for lymphedema?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-dv_cansurgeryhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-dv/#i2276.behandlung-dv.cansurgeryhelp">Can surgery help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-dv_whatcanyoudoonyourow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-dv/#i2276.behandlung-dv.whatcanyoudoonyourow">What can you do on your own?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-dv_howdootherscopewithl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-dv/#i2276.behandlung-dv.howdootherscopewithl">How do others cope with lymphedema?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-dv_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-dv/#i2276.behandlung-dv.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-fm/">Breast cancer: Learn More – Breast cancer: How exercise can help</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm_whattypesofsportsand"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-fm/#i2276.behandlung-fm.whattypesofsportsand">What types of sports and exercise are most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm_howcanexercisehelpdu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-fm/#i2276.behandlung-fm.howcanexercisehelpdu">How can exercise help during and after treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm_howmuchexerciseisnee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-fm/#i2276.behandlung-fm.howmuchexerciseisnee">How much exercise is needed for it to be effective?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm_canexercisehavesidee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-fm/#i2276.behandlung-fm.canexercisehavesidee">Can exercise have side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm_exerciseandlymphedem"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-fm/#i2276.behandlung-fm.exerciseandlymphedem">Exercise and lymphedema</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_behandlung-fm_wherecanifindsuitabl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.behandlung-fm/#i2276.behandlung-fm.wherecanifindsuitabl">Where can I find suitable sports activities?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.whencanyouhaveamammo">When can you have a mammogram?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_whatdomammogramsinvo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.whatdomammogramsinvo">What do mammograms involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_whathappensiftheresu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.whathappensiftheresu">What happens if the results are abnormal?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_whatifbreastcanceris"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.whatifbreastcanceris">What if breast cancer is diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_breastcancerscreenin"><a 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screening program?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_thelimitationsofscre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.thelimitationsofscre">The limitations of screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_doesbreastcancerscre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.doesbreastcancerscre">Does breast cancer screening have more benefits or more drawbacks?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_whathappenstoyourper"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.whathappenstoyourper">What happens to your personal data?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_frueherkennung-xr_gi-sources_28"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.frueherkennung-xr/#i2276.frueherkennung-xr.gi-sources.28">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/">Breast cancer: Learn More – What role does breast density play?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_howisbreastdensityme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.howisbreastdensityme">How is breast density measured?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_howaredifferentlevel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.howaredifferentlevel">How are different levels of breast density described?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_howmanywomenhaveahig"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.howmanywomenhaveahig">How many women have a high breast density?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_whatdoeshavingdenseb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.whatdoeshavingdenseb">What does having dense breast tissue mean for women?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_howhighistheriskofbr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.howhighistheriskofbr">How high is the risk of breast cancer in women with dense breast tissue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_howgoodismammography"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.howgoodismammography">How good is mammography at detecting breast cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_shouldwomenwithhighb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.shouldwomenwithhighb">Should women with high breast density have additional screening examinations?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x_gi-sources_17"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-5x.gi-sources.17">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/">Breast cancer: Learn More – Risk factors for breast cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr_theinfluenceofage"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr.theinfluenceofage">The influence of age</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr_theinfluenceofgenes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr.theinfluenceofgenes">The influence of genes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr_whatroledohormonespl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr.whatroledohormonespl">What role do hormones play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr_whatroledoyourlifest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr.whatroledoyourlifest">What role do your lifestyle and environment play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr_whatdoesincreasedris"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr.whatdoesincreasedris">What does “increased risk” actually mean?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr_howisyourpersonalris"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr.howisyourpersonalris">How is your personal risk estimated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr_gi-sources_18"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr/#i2276.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-gr.gi-sources.18">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/">Breast cancer: Learn More – Recurrent non-metastatic breast cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_whatisthelikelihoodo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.whatisthelikelihoodo">What is the likelihood of breast cancer returning?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_howisrecurrentbreast"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.howisrecurrentbreast">How is recurrent breast cancer diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_whatcanyouexpectfrom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.whatcanyouexpectfrom">What can you expect from treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_whattreatmentoptions"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.whattreatmentoptions">What treatment options are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_consideringtreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.consideringtreatment">Considering treatment options</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_whataretheeffectsoft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.whataretheeffectsoft">What are the effects of treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_whatcanyoudoforyourg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.whatcanyoudoforyourg">What can you do for your general wellbeing?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_howcanyoucopewithneg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.howcanyoucopewithneg">How can you cope with negative feelings?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_talkingtofamilyandfr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.talkingtofamilyandfr">Talking to family and friends about your illness</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_wherecanyougetsuppor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.wherecanyougetsuppor">Where can you get support?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_whatelsecanido"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.whatelsecanido">What else can I do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2276_verlauf-5o_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2276.verlauf-5o/#i2276.verlauf-5o.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2278"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2278/">In brief: What are dietary supplements?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2278" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2278_whochecksthequalitya"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2278/#i2278.whochecksthequalitya">Who checks the quality and safety of dietary supplements?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2278_whenshouldyoubecaref"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2278/#i2278.whenshouldyoubecaref">When should you be careful?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2278_doyouneedtotakedieta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2278/#i2278.doyouneedtotakedieta">Do you need to take dietary supplements to stay healthy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2278_candietarysupplement"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2278/#i2278.candietarysupplement">Can dietary supplements have harmful effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2278_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2278/#i2278.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2279"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2279/">In brief: Cancer: What do the codes in the doctor’s letter mean?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2279" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2279_additionaldetails"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2279/#i2279.additionaldetails">Additional details</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2279_gradingandstaging"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2279/#i2279.gradingandstaging">Grading and staging</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2279_notalltypesoftumorsc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2279/#i2279.notalltypesoftumorsc">Not all types of tumors can be classified in this way</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2279_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2279/#i2279.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2280"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2280/">In brief: How does chemotherapy work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2280" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2280_whatarethegoalsofche"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2280/#i2280.whatarethegoalsofche">What are the goals of chemotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2280_whatdoeschemotherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2280/#i2280.whatdoeschemotherapy">What does chemotherapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2280_whataretreatmentcycl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2280/#i2280.whataretreatmentcycl">What are treatment cycles?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2280_willineedtogototheho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2280/#i2280.willineedtogototheho">Will I need to go to the hospital?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2280_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2280/#i2280.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2280_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2280/#i2280.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2283"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2283/">In brief: Harvesting blood stem cells for transplantation</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 31, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2283" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2283_howarestemcellstaken"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2283/#i2283.howarestemcellstaken">How are stem cells taken from bone marrow?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2283_howarestemcellsremov"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2283/#i2283.howarestemcellsremov">How are stem cells removed from blood?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2283_whatroledoestheuseof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2283/#i2283.whatroledoestheuseof">What role does the use of stem cells from umbilical cord blood play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2283_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2283/#i2283.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2286"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2286/">In brief: Stem cell transplantation for treating cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2286" class="simple-list toc 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2286/#i2286.whatsideeffectsandco">What side effects and complications could arise?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2286_whatcanhelptocopewit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2286/#i2286.whatcanhelptocopewit">What can help to cope with the treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2286_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2286/#i2286.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/">In brief: Pelvic floor training</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 30, 2016.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2288" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_whatisthepelvicfloor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.whatisthepelvicfloor">What is the pelvic floor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_whatdoesthepelvicflo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.whatdoesthepelvicflo">What does the pelvic floor do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_whendoesitmakesenset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.whendoesitmakesenset">When does it make sense to do pelvic floor exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_breathing"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.breathing">Breathing</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_becomingawareofyourp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.becomingawareofyourp">Becoming aware of your pelvic floor</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_differentpelvicfloor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.differentpelvicfloor">Different pelvic floor exercises for different people</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_pelvicfloortipsineve"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.pelvicfloortipsineve">Pelvic floor tips in everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2288_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2288/#i2288.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2289"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2289/">In brief: Bladder training</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2289" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2289_firststepkeepadiary"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2289/#i2289.firststepkeepadiary">First step: Keep a diary</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2289_voidingscheduleregul"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2289/#i2289.voidingscheduleregul">Voiding schedule: Regularity 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id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2297" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297/#i2297.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/">Food allergies: Learn More – Food allergies: Diagnosis and treatment</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 21, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_howarefoodallergiesd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.howarefoodallergiesd">How are food allergies diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_whichtestsarentsuita"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.whichtestsarentsuita">Which tests aren't suitable for the diagnosis of food allergies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_howarefoodallergiest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.howarefoodallergiest">How are food allergies treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_howareanaphylacticre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.howareanaphylacticre">How are anaphylactic reactions treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_canallergenspecifici"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.canallergenspecifici">Can allergen-specific immunotherapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_whichfoodshavetobere"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.whichfoodshavetobere">Which foods have to be replaced?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_howcanyoutellwhether"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.howcanyoutellwhether">How can you tell whether foods have allergy-triggers in them?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_whatcanyoudoifyouree"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.whatcanyoudoifyouree">What can you do if you're exposed to food allergy triggers in your workplace?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_behandlung-ar_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.behandlung-ar/#i2297.behandlung-ar.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/">Food allergies: Learn More – Anaphylactic reactions (anaphylaxis)</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 21, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_whatarethesignsofana"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.whatarethesignsofana">What are the signs of an anaphylactic reaction?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_whatcantriggeranaphy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.whatcantriggeranaphy">What can trigger anaphylaxis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_howshouldanaphylacti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.howshouldanaphylacti">How should anaphylactic reactions be handled?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_whatifnopulsecanbefe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.whatifnopulsecanbefe">What if no pulse can be felt?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_howareanaphylacticre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.howareanaphylacticre">How are anaphylactic reactions treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_whatdoemergencykitsh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.whatdoemergencykitsh">What do emergency kits have in them?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_whocanbegivenanemerg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.whocanbegivenanemerg">Who can be given an emergency kit?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2297_symptome-3n_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2297.symptome-3n/#i2297.symptome-3n.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/">Overview: Atrial fibrillation</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 31, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2311" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311/#i2311.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/">Atrial fibrillation: Learn More – Atrial fibrillation: Preventing strokes</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 31, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_howhighisyourriskofa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.howhighisyourriskofa">How high is your risk of a stroke, and how can you reduce it?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_howcommonaresideeffe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.howcommonaresideeffe">How common are side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_whichanticoagulantsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.whichanticoagulantsa">Which anticoagulants are used to treat atrial fibrillation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_howdovitaminkantagon"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.howdovitaminkantagon">How do vitamin K antagonists work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_whatdoyouneedtowatch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.whatdoyouneedtowatch">What do you need to watch for in direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_comparingvitaminkant"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.comparingvitaminkant">Comparing vitamin K antagonists with direct oral anticoagulants</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_isleftatrialappendag"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.isleftatrialappendag">Is left atrial appendage closure a suitable alternative?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_makingadecision"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.makingadecision">Making a decision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-4t_gi-sources_16"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-4t/#i2311.behandlung-4t.gi-sources.16">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-ma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-ma/">Atrial fibrillation: Learn More – How can an irregular heart rhythm be treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 30, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-ma" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-ma_ratecontrolorrhythmc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-ma/#i2311.behandlung-ma.ratecontrolorrhythmc">Rate control or rhythm control?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-ma_whatcanhelptomakeade"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-ma/#i2311.behandlung-ma.whatcanhelptomakeade">What can help to make a decision?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2311_behandlung-ma_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2311.behandlung-ma/#i2311.behandlung-ma.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2316"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2316/">In brief: What are anticoagulants?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2316" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2316_whattypesofanticoagu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2316/#i2316.whattypesofanticoagu">What types of anticoagulants are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2316_howdoantiplateletswo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2316/#i2316.howdoantiplateletswo">How do antiplatelets work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2316_whatoralanticoagulan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2316/#i2316.whatoralanticoagulan">What oral anticoagulants are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2316_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2316/#i2316.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of anticoagulants?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2316_whichanticoagulantsc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2316/#i2316.whichanticoagulantsc">Which anticoagulants can be used in pregnancy and while breastfeeding?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2316_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2316/#i2316.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2317"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2317/">In brief: How can you monitor and adjust treatment with vitamin K antagonists?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2317" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2317_howcanyoumeasureanda"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2317/#i2317.howcanyoumeasureanda">How can you measure and adjust the clotting ability of blood?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2317_howcanyoudobloodtest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2317/#i2317.howcanyoudobloodtest">How can you do blood tests and adjust medication yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2317_whatcanilearninclass"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2317/#i2317.whatcanilearninclass">What can I learn in classes, and where?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2317_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2317/#i2317.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/">Overview: Hepatitis B</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2320" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320/#i2320.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_diagnose-nr-4a3e-kpa4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320.diagnose-nr-4a3e-kpa4/">Hepatitis B: Research summaries – Hepatitis B: What are the pros and cons of screening?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2320_diagnose-nr-4a3e-kpa4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320.vorbeugung-3j/#i2320.vorbeugung-3j.whatarethepossibleef">What are the possible effects of a hepatitis B infection?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_vorbeugung-3j_whoisthevaccinerecom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320.vorbeugung-3j/#i2320.vorbeugung-3j.whoisthevaccinerecom">Who is the vaccine recommended for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_vorbeugung-3j_howwellisthehepatiti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320.vorbeugung-3j/#i2320.vorbeugung-3j.howwellisthehepatiti">How well is the hepatitis B vaccine tolerated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2320_vorbeugung-3j_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2320.vorbeugung-3j/#i2320.vorbeugung-3j.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321/">Overview: Using 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ci_whatcausesresistance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ci/#i2321.meddrei-ci.whatcausesresistance">What causes resistance?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ci_whichbacteriaareresi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ci/#i2321.meddrei-ci.whichbacteriaareresi">Which bacteria are resistant and why are they dangerous?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ci_whatisbeingdoneabout"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ci/#i2321.meddrei-ci.whatisbeingdoneabout">What is being done about antibiotic resistance?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ci_whatcanidotopreventa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ci/#i2321.meddrei-ci.whatcanidotopreventa">What can I do to prevent antibiotic resistance?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ci_whatsimportanttocons"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ci/#i2321.meddrei-ci.whatsimportanttocons">What's important to consider when taking antibiotics?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ci_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ci/#i2321.meddrei-ci.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-gv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-gv/">Using medication: Learn More – Medications for children: Getting the dose right</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-gv" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-gv_howcanparentsavoidmi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-gv/#i2321.meddrei-gv.howcanparentsavoidmi">How can parents avoid mistakes when giving children medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-gv_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-gv/#i2321.meddrei-gv.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/">Using medication: Learn More – The safe use of over-the-counter painkillers</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 23, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_whichpainkillersarea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.whichpainkillersarea">Which painkillers are available over the counter?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_howdonsaidswork"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.howdonsaidswork">How do NSAIDs work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_whatistherightdose"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.whatistherightdose">What is the right dose?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects and complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_whohasaparticularlyh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.whohasaparticularlyh">Who has a particularly high risk of complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_whenshouldcertainpai"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.whenshouldcertainpai">When should certain painkillers be avoided?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_whichsymptomscouldbe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.whichsymptomscouldbe">Which symptoms could be signs of complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_howcancomplicationsb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.howcancomplicationsb">How can complications be prevented?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_whathappensifmedicat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.whathappensifmedicat">What happens if medications interact with each other?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld/#i2321.meddrei-ld.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld-jict-siv5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld-jict-siv5/">Using medication: Research summaries – Painkillers: How common are severe side effects of NSAIDs?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld-jict-siv5" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld-jict-siv5_riskofcardiovascular"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld-jict-siv5/#i2321.meddrei-ld-jict-siv5.riskofcardiovascular">Risk of cardiovascular disease</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld-jict-siv5_riskofgastrointestin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld-jict-siv5/#i2321.meddrei-ld-jict-siv5.riskofgastrointestin">Risk of gastrointestinal complications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_meddrei-ld-jict-siv5_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.meddrei-ld-jict-siv5/#i2321.meddrei-ld-jict-siv5.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ho/">Using medication: Learn More – Topical medications</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ho" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ho_pastesointmentsandoi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ho/#i2321.medeins-ho.pastesointmentsandoi">Pastes, ointments and oils</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ho_creamslotionsandfoam"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ho/#i2321.medeins-ho.creamslotionsandfoam">Creams, lotions and foams</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ho_gelspowdersandtinctu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ho/#i2321.medeins-ho.gelspowdersandtinctu">Gels, powders and tinctures</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ho_spraysandpatches"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ho/#i2321.medeins-ho.spraysandpatches">Sprays and patches</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ho_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ho/#i2321.medeins-ho.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/">Using medication: Learn More – Injections, suppositories and other dosage forms</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly_injections"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/#i2321.medeins-ly.injections">Injections</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly_infusions"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/#i2321.medeins-ly.infusions">Infusions</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly_slowreleaseimplantsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/#i2321.medeins-ly.slowreleaseimplantsa">Slow-release: Implants and injections</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly_suppositories"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/#i2321.medeins-ly.suppositories">Suppositories</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly_dropsointmentsandspr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/#i2321.medeins-ly.dropsointmentsandspr">Drops, ointments and sprays for the eyes, ears and nose</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly_inhaledmedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/#i2321.medeins-ly.inhaledmedication">Inhaled medication</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-ly_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-ly/#i2321.medeins-ly.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-us"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-us/">Using medication: Learn More – Oral medications</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-us" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-us_tablets"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-us/#i2321.medeins-us.tablets">Tablets</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-us_capsulesandchewablec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-us/#i2321.medeins-us.capsulesandchewablec">Capsules and chewable capsules</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-us_timereleasetabletsan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-us/#i2321.medeins-us.timereleasetabletsan">Time-release tablets and capsules</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-us_powdersdropsandorall"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-us/#i2321.medeins-us.powdersdropsandorall">Powders, drops and oral liquid medications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medeins-us_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medeins-us/#i2321.medeins-us.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-ez"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-ez/">Using medication: Learn More – Managing medication for long-term conditions</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-ez" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-ez_howcaninformationhel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-ez/#i2321.medzwei-ez.howcaninformationhel">How can information help when taking long-term medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-ez_howcanyoukeeptrackof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-ez/#i2321.medzwei-ez.howcanyoukeeptrackof">How can you keep track of your medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-ez_whatcanhelpyourememb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-ez/#i2321.medzwei-ez.whatcanhelpyourememb">What can help you remember to take the medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-ez_whatcouldhelpyoutous"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-ez/#i2321.medzwei-ez.whatcouldhelpyoutous">What could help you to use long-term medications safely?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-ez_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-ez/#i2321.medzwei-ez.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y/">Using medication: Research summaries – Dietary supplements: Can they also be harmful?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y_researchonthelongter"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y/#i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y.researchonthelongter">Research on the long-term use of antioxidants</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y_noproofofbenefitshar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y/#i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y.noproofofbenefitshar">No proof of benefits – harmful effects can't be ruled out</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y_abalanceddietprovide"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y/#i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y.abalanceddietprovide">A balanced diet provides enough protection</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y/#i2321.medzwei-hl-2jxa-ci4y.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi/">Using medication: Learn More – What can help when trying to stop taking sleeping pills and sedatives?</a><div class="small">Created: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi_dependenceonsleeping"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi/#i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi.dependenceonsleeping">Dependence on sleeping pills</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi_stoppingtakingsleepi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi/#i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi.stoppingtakingsleepi">Stopping taking sleeping pills and sedatives</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi_taperingavoidswithdr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi/#i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi.taperingavoidswithdr">Tapering avoids withdrawal symptoms and relapses</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi_whatelsecanhelpyouto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi/#i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi.whatelsecanhelpyouto">What else can help you to stop taking sleeping pills?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2321_medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi/#i2321.medzwei-mf-yq7d-ydhi.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/">Overview: Psoriasis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2325" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325/#i2325.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-6d/">Psoriasis: Learn More – Does light therapy (phototherapy) help reduce psoriasis symptoms?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d_whatarethedifferentk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-6d/#i2325.behandlung-6d.whatarethedifferentk">What are the different kinds of light therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d_whatneedstobeconside"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-6d/#i2325.behandlung-6d.whatneedstobeconside">What needs to be considered if you have light therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-6d/#i2325.behandlung-6d.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d_doeslighttherapyincr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-6d/#i2325.behandlung-6d.doeslighttherapyincr">Does light therapy increase the risk of skin cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d_howeffectivearethedi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-6d/#i2325.behandlung-6d.howeffectivearethedi">How effective are the different types of light therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-6d_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-6d/#i2325.behandlung-6d.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/">Psoriasis: Learn More – Oral medications and injections</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_whichmedicationscanr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.whichmedicationscanr">Which medications can relieve the symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_beforeandduringtreat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.beforeandduringtreat">Before and during treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_methotrexatemtx"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.methotrexatemtx">Methotrexate (MTX)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_fumaricacidesters"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.fumaricacidesters">Fumaric acid esters</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_ciclosporine"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.ciclosporine">Ciclosporine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_apremilast"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.apremilast">Apremilast</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_acitretin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.acitretin">Acitretin</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_oralsteroidstakenbym"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.oralsteroidstakenbym">Oral steroids (taken by mouth)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_biologicaldrugsbiolo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.biologicaldrugsbiolo">Biological drugs (biologics)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-fe_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-fe/#i2325.behandlung-fe.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-zp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-zp/">Psoriasis: Learn More – Skin care and topical treatments</a><div class="small">Created: April 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-zp" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-zp_whatdoesgoodskincare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-zp/#i2325.behandlung-zp.whatdoesgoodskincare">What does good skin care involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-zp_whatdosteroidscortic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-zp/#i2325.behandlung-zp.whatdosteroidscortic">What do steroids (corticosteroids) do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-zp_whatothertopicalmedi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-zp/#i2325.behandlung-zp.whatothertopicalmedi">What other topical medications can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_behandlung-zp_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.behandlung-zp/#i2325.behandlung-zp.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_lebenundalltag-zi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.lebenundalltag-zi/">Psoriasis: Learn More – Relationships, hobbies and everyday life with psoriasis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2325_lebenundalltag-zi" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_lebenundalltag-zi_appearanceandwellbei"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.lebenundalltag-zi/#i2325.lebenundalltag-zi.appearanceandwellbei">Appearance and wellbeing</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_lebenundalltag-zi_relationshipsandsexu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.lebenundalltag-zi/#i2325.lebenundalltag-zi.relationshipsandsexu">Relationships and sexuality</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_lebenundalltag-zi_dealingwithotherpeop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.lebenundalltag-zi/#i2325.lebenundalltag-zi.dealingwithotherpeop">Dealing with other people's reactions</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_lebenundalltag-zi_dealingwithemotional"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.lebenundalltag-zi/#i2325.lebenundalltag-zi.dealingwithemotional">Dealing with emotional stress</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2325_lebenundalltag-zi_gi-sources_17"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2325.lebenundalltag-zi/#i2325.lebenundalltag-zi.gi-sources.17">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/">Overview: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2330" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330/#i2330.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/">Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Learn More – What can help children and teenagers who have ADHD?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_diagnosisandconsulta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.diagnosisandconsulta">Diagnosis and consultation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_medication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.medication">Medication</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_whatmedicationsareus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.whatmedicationsareus">What medications are used to treat ADHD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_howeffectiveismedica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.howeffectiveismedica">How effective is medication for ADHD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of medications for ADHD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_whatcanyoudoaboutthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.whatcanyoudoaboutthe">What can you do about the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_parenteducationprogr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.parenteducationprogr">Parent education programs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_psychologicaltreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.psychologicaltreatme">Psychological treatments and psychotherapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_supportatschool"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.supportatschool">Support at school</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_whatroledoesmovement"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.whatroledoesmovement">What role does movement play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_othertreatments"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.othertreatments">Other treatments</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-as_gi-sources_17"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-as/#i2330.behandlung-as.gi-sources.17">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-dd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-dd/">Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Learn More – Treating ADHD in adults</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-dd" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-dd_howdoesadhdmedicatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-dd/#i2330.behandlung-dd.howdoesadhdmedicatio">How does ADHD medication work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-dd_canmedicationhelpadu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-dd/#i2330.behandlung-dd.canmedicationhelpadu">Can medication help adults who have ADHD?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-dd_whenmightpsychologic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-dd/#i2330.behandlung-dd.whenmightpsychologic">When might psychological treatment help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_behandlung-dd_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.behandlung-dd/#i2330.behandlung-dd.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.diagnose-67/">Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Learn More – How is ADHD diagnosed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67_whatismeantbyinatten"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.diagnose-67/#i2330.diagnose-67.whatismeantbyinatten">What is meant by inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67_whichcriteriaareimpo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.diagnose-67/#i2330.diagnose-67.whichcriteriaareimpo">Which criteria are important for the diagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67_thetwosidesofthediag"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.diagnose-67/#i2330.diagnose-67.thetwosidesofthediag">The two sides of the diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67_preventingmisdiagnos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.diagnose-67/#i2330.diagnose-67.preventingmisdiagnos">Preventing misdiagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67_increaseinadhddiagno"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.diagnose-67/#i2330.diagnose-67.increaseinadhddiagno">Increase in ADHD diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_diagnose-67_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.diagnose-67/#i2330.diagnose-67.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/">Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Learn More – Coping with ADHD in everyday life: Information for parents</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22_routinesclearinstruc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/#i2330.lebenundalltag-22.routinesclearinstruc">Routines, clear instructions and rules</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22_settingrealisticgoal"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/#i2330.lebenundalltag-22.settingrealisticgoal">Setting realistic goals</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22_watchingforsignsofov"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/#i2330.lebenundalltag-22.watchingforsignsofov">Watching for signs of overstimulation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22_sportsandhobbies"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/#i2330.lebenundalltag-22.sportsandhobbies">Sports and hobbies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22_praiseiskey"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/#i2330.lebenundalltag-22.praiseiskey">Praise is key</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22_payattentiontoyourow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/#i2330.lebenundalltag-22.payattentiontoyourow">Pay attention to your own needs and accept help</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_lebenundalltag-22_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.lebenundalltag-22/#i2330.lebenundalltag-22.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.verlauf-j3/">Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Learn More – ADHD in adults</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3_whatarethesignsofadh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.verlauf-j3/#i2330.verlauf-j3.whatarethesignsofadh">What are the signs of ADHD in adults?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3_howisadhddiagnosedin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.verlauf-j3/#i2330.verlauf-j3.howisadhddiagnosedin">How is ADHD diagnosed in adults?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3_howdoadultswithadhdc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.verlauf-j3/#i2330.verlauf-j3.howdoadultswithadhdc">How do adults with ADHD cope with the disorder?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3_wherecanadultswithad"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.verlauf-j3/#i2330.verlauf-j3.wherecanadultswithad">Where can adults with ADHD turn to for help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3_whoshoulditellaboutm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.verlauf-j3/#i2330.verlauf-j3.whoshoulditellaboutm">Who should I tell about my diagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2330_verlauf-j3_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2330.verlauf-j3/#i2330.verlauf-j3.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/">Overview: Fever in children</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 9, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2346" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346/#i2346.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_behandlung-bw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.behandlung-bw/">Fever in children: Learn More – How can you reduce a child's fever?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 9, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2346_behandlung-bw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_behandlung-bw_whatarethemedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.behandlung-bw/#i2346.behandlung-bw.whatarethemedication">What are the medication options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_behandlung-bw_doesusingbothmedicat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.behandlung-bw/#i2346.behandlung-bw.doesusingbothmedicat">Does using both medications have any advantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_behandlung-bw_cancoolingfromtheout"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.behandlung-bw/#i2346.behandlung-bw.cancoolingfromtheout">Can cooling from the outside help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_behandlung-bw_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.behandlung-bw/#i2346.behandlung-bw.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/">Fever in children: Learn More – Taking a child's temperature</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 9, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_howcanitellifmychild"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.howcanitellifmychild">How can I tell if my child has a fever?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of thermometer and how accurate are their readings?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_takingachildstempera"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.takingachildstempera">Taking a child's temperature rectally</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_takingthetemperature1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.takingthetemperature1">Taking the temperature in the mouth</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_takingthetemperature2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.takingthetemperature2">Taking the temperature under the arm</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_earthermometer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.earthermometer">Ear thermometer</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_foreheadthermometer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.foreheadthermometer">Forehead thermometer</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_diagnose-am_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.diagnose-am/#i2346.diagnose-am.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_folgen-rc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.folgen-rc/">Fever in children: Learn More – What are febrile seizures?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 9, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2346_folgen-rc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_folgen-rc_whatcausesfebrilesei"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.folgen-rc/#i2346.folgen-rc.whatcausesfebrilesei">What causes febrile seizures?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_folgen-rc_whatsthedifferencebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.folgen-rc/#i2346.folgen-rc.whatsthedifferencebe">What's the difference between simple and complex febrile seizures?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_folgen-rc_whatcanyoudoifachild"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.folgen-rc/#i2346.folgen-rc.whatcanyoudoifachild">What can you do if a child has a febrile seizure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_folgen-rc_canfebrileseizuresbe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.folgen-rc/#i2346.folgen-rc.canfebrileseizuresbe">Can febrile seizures be prevented?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_folgen-rc_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.folgen-rc/#i2346.folgen-rc.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_symptome-ri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.symptome-ri/">Fever in children: Learn More – Fever in children: When to see a doctor</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 9, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2346_symptome-ri" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_symptome-ri_whatothersymptomsnee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.symptome-ri/#i2346.symptome-ri.whatothersymptomsnee">What other symptoms need fast medical attention?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_symptome-ri_whatcanyoudoifthedoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.symptome-ri/#i2346.symptome-ri.whatcanyoudoifthedoc">What can you do if the doctor's practice is shut?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2346_symptome-ri_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2346.symptome-ri/#i2346.symptome-ri.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2347"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2347/">In brief: How is body temperature regulated and what is fever?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 6, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2347" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2347_howisbodytemperature"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2347/#i2347.howisbodytemperature">How is body temperature controlled?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2347_whatcausesafever"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2347/#i2347.whatcausesafever">What causes a fever?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2347_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2347/#i2347.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/">Overview: Influenza</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2352" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352/#i2352.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz/">Influenza: Research summaries – Can oseltamivir (Tamiflu) prevent complications of the flu?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2352_behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz_effectanduseofoselta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz/#i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz.effectanduseofoselta">Effect and use of oseltamivir (Tamiflu)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz_researchontreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz/#i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz.researchontreatment">Research on treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz_researchonprevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz/#i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz.researchonprevention">Research on prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz/#i2352.behandlung-gy-6cvt-rjzz.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu/">Influenza: Research summaries – How much protection do flu vaccinations offer?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu_howfluvaccinationswo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu/#i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu.howfluvaccinationswo">How flu vaccinations work</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu_itisbesttogetvaccina"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu/#i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu.itisbesttogetvaccina">It is best to get vaccinated before flu season</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu_whatdoestheresearcho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu/#i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu.whatdoestheresearcho">What does the research on flu vaccinations show?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu_whattheauthoritiesre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu/#i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu.whattheauthoritiesre">What the authorities recommend</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu/#i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of the vaccine?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2352_vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu/#i2352.vorbeugung-sz-oodp-tzbu.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/">Overview: Metastatic breast cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361/#i2361.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-2l/">Metastatic breast cancer: Learn More – Pain management in metastatic breast cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l_howcanyoudescribepai"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-2l/#i2361.behandlung-2l.howcanyoudescribepai">How can you describe pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l_whichmedicationscanb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-2l/#i2361.behandlung-2l.whichmedicationscanb">Which medications can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-2l/#i2361.behandlung-2l.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of opioids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l_canyoubecomedependen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-2l/#i2361.behandlung-2l.canyoubecomedependen">Can you become dependent on opioids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-2l/#i2361.behandlung-2l.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-2l_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-2l/#i2361.behandlung-2l.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/">Metastatic breast cancer: Learn More – Treatment options and supportive care</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whichtreatmentissuit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whichtreatmentissuit">Which treatment is suitable for you?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whataboutthesideeffe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whataboutthesideeffe">What about the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whatispsychooncologi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whatispsychooncologi">What is psycho-oncological care?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whatarediseasemanage"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whatarediseasemanage">What are disease management programs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whatabouttreatmentin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whatabouttreatmentin">What about treatment in a clinical trial?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whatifyoudecidenotto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whatifyoudecidenotto">What if you decide not to have cancer treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_whatispalliativecare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.whatispalliativecare">What is palliative care?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_behandlung-uc_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.behandlung-uc/#i2361.behandlung-uc.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/">Metastatic breast cancer: Learn More – Diagnostic tests for metastatic breast cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_whathappensbeforethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.whathappensbeforethe">What happens before the examinations?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_whatexaminationsared"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.whatexaminationsared">What examinations are done if it’s thought you might have breast cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_possiblemetastaseswh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.possiblemetastaseswh">Possible metastases: What examinations might be done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_howaretumorsclassifi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.howaretumorsclassifi">How are tumors classified?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_whocananswerquestion"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.whocananswerquestion">Who can answer questions about the diagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_howisthetreatmentpla"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.howisthetreatmentpla">How is the treatment planned?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_theimportanceoftrust"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.theimportanceoftrust">The importance of trust</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_diagnose-pe_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.diagnose-pe/#i2361.diagnose-pe.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/">Metastatic breast cancer: Learn More – Living with metastatic breast cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk_copingwithfearangera"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/#i2361.lebenundalltag-pk.copingwithfearangera">Coping with fear, anger and grief</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk_findingyourownwaytoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/#i2361.lebenundalltag-pk.findingyourownwaytoc">Finding your own way to cope</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk_psychologicalsupport"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/#i2361.lebenundalltag-pk.psychologicalsupport">Psychological support</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk_takinggoodcareofyour"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/#i2361.lebenundalltag-pk.takinggoodcareofyour">Taking good care of yourself</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk_talkingaboutcancer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/#i2361.lebenundalltag-pk.talkingaboutcancer">Talking about cancer</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk_supportinformationan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/#i2361.lebenundalltag-pk.supportinformationan">Support, information and advice</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-pk_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-pk/#i2361.lebenundalltag-pk.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/">Metastatic breast cancer: Learn More – Information for partners</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_howcanyousupportyour"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.howcanyousupportyour">How can you support your partner?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_whatcanhelpyoudealwi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.whatcanhelpyoudealwi">What can help you deal with your partner's feelings?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_howcanyoumanageyourf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.howcanyoumanageyourf">How can you manage your fears and worries?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_howmightthediseaseaf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.howmightthediseaseaf">How might the disease affect your sex life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_whatmightchangeineve"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.whatmightchangeineve">What might change in everyday life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_wherecanyoufindsuppo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.wherecanyoufindsuppo">Where can you find support?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_howcanyoupreparetosa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.howcanyoupreparetosa">How can you prepare to say goodbye?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-px_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-px/#i2361.lebenundalltag-px.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/">Metastatic breast cancer: Learn More – Saying goodbye</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_whatisgrief"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.whatisgrief">What is grief?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_howcanyouspendthetim"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.howcanyouspendthetim">How can you spend the time left with your loved ones?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_howcanyouprepareyour"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.howcanyouprepareyour">How can you prepare your children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_howelsecanyouprepare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.howelsecanyouprepare">How else can you prepare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_whatcanyouincludeina"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.whatcanyouincludeina">What can you include in a will?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_howcanhomecareworkou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.howcanhomecareworkou">How can home care work out?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_whoprovidespalliativ"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.whoprovidespalliativ">Who provides palliative care at home?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_howwillyoubecaredfor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.howwillyoubecaredfor">How will you be cared for in the hospital or hospice?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_lebenundalltag-wr_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.lebenundalltag-wr/#i2361.lebenundalltag-wr.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.weitereinformationen-3b/">Metastatic breast cancer: Learn More – Practical support, formalities and financial aspects</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b_whathappensafteryoul"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.weitereinformationen-3b/#i2361.weitereinformationen-3b.whathappensafteryoul">What happens after you leave the hospital or rehabilitation center?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b_whatdohealthinsuranc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.weitereinformationen-3b/#i2361.weitereinformationen-3b.whatdohealthinsuranc">What do health insurance and pension funds cover?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b_occupationalrehabili"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.weitereinformationen-3b/#i2361.weitereinformationen-3b.occupationalrehabili">Occupational rehabilitation or retirement?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b_whatcanyoudowithadis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.weitereinformationen-3b/#i2361.weitereinformationen-3b.whatcanyoudowithadis">What can you do with a disability ID card?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b_whereelsecanyougethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.weitereinformationen-3b/#i2361.weitereinformationen-3b.whereelsecanyougethe">Where else can you get help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2361_weitereinformationen-3b_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2361.weitereinformationen-3b/#i2361.weitereinformationen-3b.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/">Overview: Lazy eye (amblyopia) in children</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 14, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2366" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366/#i2366.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/">Lazy eye (amblyopia) in children: Learn More – What are the treatment options for lazy eye (amblyopia)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 14, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_whatdoesthetreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.whatdoesthetreatment">What does the treatment involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_howislazyeyetreatedi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.howislazyeyetreatedi">How is lazy eye treated if it is caused by a squint?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_aretheresideeffectst"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.aretheresideeffectst">Are there side effects too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_canamblyopiabetreate"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.canamblyopiabetreate">Can amblyopia be treated later on?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_canspecialexercisesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.canspecialexercisesi">Can special exercises improve vision even more?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_howcanihelpmychild"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.howcanihelpmychild">How can I help my child?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2366_behandlung-py_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2366.behandlung-py/#i2366.behandlung-py.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/">Overview: Gallstones</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 18, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2368" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368/#i2368.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_behandlung-5b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368.behandlung-5b/">Gallstones: Learn More – How can gallstones be treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 18, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2368_behandlung-5b" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_behandlung-5b_whichmedicationscanh"><a 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_folgen-ny_inflammationofthegal"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368.folgen-ny/#i2368.folgen-ny.inflammationofthegal">Inflammation of the gallbladder</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_folgen-ny_howaregallbladderinf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368.folgen-ny/#i2368.folgen-ny.howaregallbladderinf">How are gallbladder inflammations treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_folgen-ny_acuteinflammationoft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368.folgen-ny/#i2368.folgen-ny.acuteinflammationoft">Acute inflammation of the bile duct</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_folgen-ny_inflammationofthepan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2368.folgen-ny/#i2368.folgen-ny.inflammationofthepan">Inflammation of the pancreas</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2368_folgen-ny_gallbladdercancerand"><a 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-ph/#i2369.behandlung-ph.rubberbandligationba">Rubber band ligation (banding)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-ph_hemorrhoidectomyhemo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-ph/#i2369.behandlung-ph.hemorrhoidectomyhemo">Hemorrhoidectomy (hemorrhoid removal)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-ph_stapling"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-ph/#i2369.behandlung-ph.stapling">Stapling</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-ph_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-ph/#i2369.behandlung-ph.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/">Enlarged hemorrhoids: Learn More – How can you relieve the symptoms yourself?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 6, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th_whatroledotoilethabi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/#i2369.behandlung-th.whatroledotoilethabi">What role do toilet habits play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th_howcanyoupreventcons"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/#i2369.behandlung-th.howcanyoupreventcons">How can you prevent constipation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th_whatroledoeshygienep"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/#i2369.behandlung-th.whatroledoeshygienep">What role does hygiene play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th_isbathinghelpfulorha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/#i2369.behandlung-th.isbathinghelpfulorha">Is bathing helpful or harmful?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th_whatcreamscanbeused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/#i2369.behandlung-th.whatcreamscanbeused">What creams can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th_aresuppositoriesanop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/#i2369.behandlung-th.aresuppositoriesanop">Are suppositories an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2369_behandlung-th_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2369.behandlung-th/#i2369.behandlung-th.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/">Overview: Neck pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 12, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2374" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374/#i2374.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/">Neck pain: Learn More – What can you do about non-specific neck pain?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 12, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_whatcanidoaboutneckp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.whatcanidoaboutneckp">What can I do about neck pain myself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_aremanualtherapiesor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.aremanualtherapiesor">Are manual therapies or massages effective?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_doesphysicaltherapyh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.doesphysicaltherapyh">Does physical therapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_howeffectiveisacupun"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.howeffectiveisacupun">How effective is acupuncture?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_canpainkillershelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.canpainkillershelp">Can painkillers help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_whenisitagoodideatou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.whenisitagoodideatou">When is it a good idea to use a neck brace?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_canmakingchangesatyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.canmakingchangesatyo">Can making changes at your workplace help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx/#i2374.behandlung-tx.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i/">Neck pain: Research summaries – Can acupuncture help to relieve chronic neck pain?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 12, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i_problemswithstudieso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i/#i2374.behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i.problemswithstudieso">Problems with studies on acupuncture</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i_thelatestresearch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i/#i2374.behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i.thelatestresearch">The latest research</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i/#i2374.behandlung-tx-tv6k-wr3i.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi/">Neck pain: Research summaries – Do mobilization or manipulation techniques help relieve neck pain?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 12, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi_researchonmobilizati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi/#i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi.researchonmobilizati">Research on mobilization and manipulation for neck pain</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi_mobilizationormanipu1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi/#i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi.mobilizationormanipu1">Mobilization or manipulation of the cervical spine (neck)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi_mobilizationormanipu2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi/#i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi.mobilizationormanipu2">Mobilization or manipulation of the thoracic spine (upper back)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi_sideeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi/#i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi.sideeffects">Side effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2374_behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi/#i2374.behandlung-tx-xh7c-crvi.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2375"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2375/">In brief: How does the spine work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 11, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2375" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2375_thedifferentareasoft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2375/#i2375.thedifferentareasoft">The different areas of the spine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2375_thenaturalcurvatureo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2375/#i2375.thenaturalcurvatureo">The natural curvature of the spine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2375_vertebraeandspinaldi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2375/#i2375.vertebraeandspinaldi">Vertebrae and spinal discs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2375_spinalcordandnerves"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2375/#i2375.spinalcordandnerves">Spinal cord and nerves</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2375_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2375/#i2375.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/">Overview: Slipped disc</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 19, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2376" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376/#i2376.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/">Slipped disc: Learn More – Slipped disc – Non-surgical treatment options</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 19, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_doexerciserelaxation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.doexerciserelaxation">Do exercise, relaxation and positioning help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_whatmedicationscanre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.whatmedicationscanre">What medications can relieve the symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_whatdophysicaltherap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.whatdophysicaltherap">What do physical therapy and occupational therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_cantraditionalasianm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.cantraditionalasianm">Can traditional Asian medicine approaches provide relief?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_doinjectionsnearthes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.doinjectionsnearthes">Do injections near the spine help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_whencancognitivebeha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.whencancognitivebeha">When can cognitive behavioral therapy be helpful?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_whichtreatmentisbest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.whichtreatmentisbest">Which treatment is best for me?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-dr_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-dr/#i2376.behandlung-dr.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek/">Slipped disc: Learn More – Surgery for a slipped disc</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 19, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek_whenissurgeryanoptio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek/#i2376.behandlung-ek.whenissurgeryanoptio">When is surgery an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek_whatsurgicaltechniqu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek/#i2376.behandlung-ek.whatsurgicaltechniqu">What surgical techniques are used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek_cansurgeryrelievethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek/#i2376.behandlung-ek.cansurgeryrelievethe">Can surgery relieve the symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek_areothersurgicalproc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek/#i2376.behandlung-ek.areothersurgicalproc">Are other surgical procedures available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek_howcanrehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek/#i2376.behandlung-ek.howcanrehabilitation">How can rehabilitation help following surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek/#i2376.behandlung-ek.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj/">Slipped disc: Research summaries – Can rehabilitation therapy help after surgery for a slipped disc?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 19, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj_researchonrehabilita"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj/#i2376.behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj.researchonrehabilita">Research on rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj_rehabilitationcanspe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj/#i2376.behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj.rehabilitationcanspe">Rehabilitation can speed up recovery somewhat</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2376_behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2376.behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj/#i2376.behandlung-ek-zcfz-3nzj.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2377"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2377/">In brief: The "classic" and Asian forms of massage</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 6, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2377" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2377_classicformsofmassag"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2377/#i2377.classicformsofmassag">Classic forms of massage</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2377_massagetechniquesbas"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2377/#i2377.massagetechniquesbas">Massage techniques based on traditional Chinese medicine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2377_otherkindsofasianmas"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2377/#i2377.otherkindsofasianmas">Other kinds of Asian massage</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2377_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2377/#i2377.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378/">Overview: Low back pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2378" class="simple-list toc 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378/#i2378.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378/#i2378.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378/#i2378.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378/#i2378.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378/#i2378.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378/#i2378.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/">Low back pain: Learn More – Medication for the treatment of non-specific back pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn_overthecounternonpre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/#i2378.behandlung-cn.overthecounternonpre">Over-the-counter (non-prescription) painkillers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn_metamizolenovalgin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/#i2378.behandlung-cn.metamizolenovalgin">Metamizole ("Novalgin")</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn_opioids"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/#i2378.behandlung-cn.opioids">Opioids</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn_musclerelaxants"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/#i2378.behandlung-cn.musclerelaxants">Muscle relaxants</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn_antidepressants"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/#i2378.behandlung-cn.antidepressants">Antidepressants</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn_treatmentwithinjecti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/#i2378.behandlung-cn.treatmentwithinjecti">Treatment with injections</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-cn_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-cn/#i2378.behandlung-cn.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-fk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-fk/">Low back pain: Learn More – Relaxation techniques for back pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-fk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-fk_howdoesprogressivemu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-fk/#i2378.behandlung-fk.howdoesprogressivemu">How does progressive muscle relaxation work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-fk_whatdoesmindfulnesst"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-fk/#i2378.behandlung-fk.whatdoesmindfulnesst">What does mindfulness training involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-fk_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-fk/#i2378.behandlung-fk.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-gu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-gu/">Low back pain: Learn More – Multimodal pain management and cognitive behavioral therapy</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-gu" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-gu_howeffectiveiscognit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-gu/#i2378.behandlung-gu.howeffectiveiscognit">How effective is cognitive behavioral therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-gu_whenarethecostsofcbt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-gu/#i2378.behandlung-gu.whenarethecostsofcbt">When are the costs of CBT covered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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treatments effective for back pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-mu_acupuncture"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-mu/#i2378.behandlung-mu.acupuncture">Acupuncture</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-mu_electrotherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-mu/#i2378.behandlung-mu.electrotherapy">Electrotherapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-mu_mobilizationandmanip"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-mu/#i2378.behandlung-mu.mobilizationandmanip">Mobilization and manipulation of the spine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-mu_massages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-mu/#i2378.behandlung-mu.massages">Massages</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-mu_osteopathy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-mu/#i2378.behandlung-mu.osteopathy">Osteopathy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-mu_othertreatments"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-mu/#i2378.behandlung-mu.othertreatments">Other treatments</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-mu_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-mu/#i2378.behandlung-mu.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4/">Low back pain: Learn More – Why movement is so important for back pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 14, 2019.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4_isitharmfultoexercis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4/#i2378.behandlung-z4.isitharmfultoexercis">Is it harmful to exercise if you have low back pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4_whattypesofexercisea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4/#i2378.behandlung-z4.whattypesofexercisea">What types of exercise are suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4_whatcanhelpyoustickt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4/#i2378.behandlung-z4.whatcanhelpyoustickt">What can help you stick to it?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4_patienteducationclas"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4/#i2378.behandlung-z4.patienteducationclas">Patient education classes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4/#i2378.behandlung-z4.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4-ral7-ahob"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4-ral7-ahob/">Low back pain: Research summaries – Can exercise prevent recurrent low back pain from coming back?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 6, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4-ral7-ahob" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4-ral7-ahob_whatdidtheresearcher"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2378.behandlung-z4-ral7-ahob/#i2378.behandlung-z4-ral7-ahob.whatdidtheresearcher">What did the researchers find?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2378_behandlung-z4-ral7-ahob_stayingactiveinthelo"><a class="toc-item" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2379.behandlung-3x/#i2379.behandlung-3x.whatiseffectivefortr">What is effective for treating red skin and small visible blood vessels?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2379_behandlung-3x_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2379.behandlung-3x/#i2379.behandlung-3x.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options for red and yellow spots?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2379_behandlung-3x_howcanchangesaffecti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2379.behandlung-3x/#i2379.behandlung-3x.howcanchangesaffecti">How can changes affecting your nose (rhinophyma) be treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2379_behandlung-3x_whatcanyoudoifyourey"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2379.behandlung-3x/#i2379.behandlung-3x.whatcanyoudoifyourey">What can you do if your eyes are affected?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2397_behandlung-tl_whenarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2397.behandlung-tl/#i2397.behandlung-tl.whenarethedifferentt">When are the different treatments considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2397_behandlung-tl_whatmedicationsareth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2397.behandlung-tl/#i2397.behandlung-tl.whatmedicationsareth">What medications are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2397_behandlung-tl_whathappensduringsur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2397.behandlung-tl/#i2397.behandlung-tl.whathappensduringsur">What happens during surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2397_behandlung-tl_howdoesradioiodineth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2397.behandlung-tl/#i2397.behandlung-tl.howdoesradioiodineth">How does radioiodine therapy work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2399/#i2399.analsphincters">Anal sphincters</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2399_hemorrhoids"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2399/#i2399.hemorrhoids">Hemorrhoids</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2399_pelvicfloor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2399/#i2399.pelvicfloor">Pelvic floor</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2399_whatmakesyoufeeltheu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2399/#i2399.whatmakesyoufeeltheu">What makes you feel the urge to “go”?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2399_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2399/#i2399.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/">Overview: Sinusitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2403" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403/#i2403.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-5c"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-5c/">Sinusitis: Learn More – Treating acute sinusitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-5c" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-5c_whenaresteroidsconsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-5c/#i2403.behandlung-5c.whenaresteroidsconsi">When are steroids considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-5c_whataboutpainkillers"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-5c/#i2403.behandlung-5c.whataboutpainkillers">What about painkillers and decongestant nasal sprays?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-5c_dosalinesaltwatersol"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-5c/#i2403.behandlung-5c.dosalinesaltwatersol">Do saline (salt water) solutions and inhalations help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-5c_whenareantibioticsus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-5c/#i2403.behandlung-5c.whenareantibioticsus">When are antibiotics used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-5c_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-5c/#i2403.behandlung-5c.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-p2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-p2/">Sinusitis: Learn More – Treating chronic sinusitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-p2" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-p2_whatmedicationsareav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-p2/#i2403.behandlung-p2.whatmedicationsareav">What medications are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-p2_cansurgeryhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-p2/#i2403.behandlung-p2.cansurgeryhelp">Can surgery help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2403_behandlung-p2_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2403.behandlung-p2/#i2403.behandlung-p2.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh/">Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): Research summaries – Leg in a cast: When does it make sense to use injections for blood clot prevention?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 20, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh_waystopreventthrombo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh.waystopreventthrombo">Ways to prevent thrombosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh_researchonpreventive"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh.researchonpreventive">Research on preventive treatment with medication</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh_possiblesideeffectso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh.possiblesideeffectso">Possible side effects of heparin</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh_whenareinjectionsfor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh.whenareinjectionsfor">When are injections for the prevention of blood clots recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-4yzh.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt/">Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): Research summaries – Is thrombosis prevention necessary on flights?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 20, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt_researchonwearingcom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt.researchonwearingcom">Research on wearing compression stockings on flights</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt_whattheyfound"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt.whattheyfound">What they found</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt_whenarecompressionst"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt.whenarecompressionst">When are compression stockings recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt_whatelsecanyoudo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt.whatelsecanyoudo">What else can you do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2408_vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt/#i2408.vorbeugung-2y-aais-bmbt.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/">Overview: Pressure ulcers</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2409" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409/#i2409.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/">Pressure ulcers: Learn More – Preventing pressure ulcers</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_whichinterventionsar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.whichinterventionsar">Which interventions are the most important?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_howoftenisreposition"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.howoftenisreposition">How often is repositioning necessary?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_whatroledoesdietplay"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.whatroledoesdietplay">What role does diet play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_whatroledoesskincare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.whatroledoesskincare">What role does skin care play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_canpressurerelieving"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.canpressurerelieving">Can pressure-relieving mattresses prevent pressure ulcers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_arewounddressingssui"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.arewounddressingssui">Are wound dressings suitable for preventing pressure ulcers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_whatotherkindsofaids"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.whatotherkindsofaids">What other kinds of aids are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_howcanfriendsandfami"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.howcanfriendsandfami">How can friends and family help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2409_vorbeugung-23_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2409.vorbeugung-23/#i2409.vorbeugung-23.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/">Overview: Hay fever</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 19, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2419" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419/#i2419.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-53"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-53/">Hay fever: Learn More – Which medications can relieve hay fever?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 19, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-53" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-53_whatmedicationsareav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-53/#i2419.behandlung-53.whatmedicationsareav">What medications are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-53_dosomemedicationswor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-53/#i2419.behandlung-53.dosomemedicationswor">Do some medications work better than others?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-53_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-53/#i2419.behandlung-53.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/">Hay fever: Learn More – Allergen-specific immunotherapy (desensitization) in the treatment of hay fever</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 19, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_howdoesimmunotherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.howdoesimmunotherapy">How does immunotherapy work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_whichallergiescanbet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.whichallergiescanbet">Which allergies can be treated using allergen-specific immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_whatdoesthetreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.whatdoesthetreatment">What does the treatment involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_canallergenspecifici"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.canallergenspecifici">Can allergen-specific immunotherapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_howgreatistheriskofa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.howgreatistheriskofa">How great is the risk of a dangerous extreme allergic reaction?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_whichismosteffective"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.whichismosteffective">Which is most effective: Injections, drops or tablets?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2419_behandlung-k6_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2419.behandlung-k6/#i2419.behandlung-k6.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/">Overview: Hernias</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2423" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423/#i2423.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/">Hernias: Learn More – How are inguinal (groin) hernias treated in men?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whatcausesinguinalhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whatcausesinguinalhe">What causes inguinal hernias?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_issurgeryalwaysneede"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.issurgeryalwaysneede">Is surgery always needed if you have an inguinal hernia?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whenissurgeryconside"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whenissurgeryconside">When is surgery considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whichisbettermeshorn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whichisbettermeshorn">Which is better: Mesh or no mesh?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whichisbetteropensur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whichisbetteropensur">Which is better: Open surgery or laparoscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whichtypeoflaparosco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whichtypeoflaparosco">Which type of laparoscopic surgery is better?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whatdoineedtoknowaft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whatdoineedtoknowaft">What do I need to know after having surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whatcanyoudoiftheher"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whatcanyoudoiftheher">What can you do if the hernia comes back?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_whatquestionscouldhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.whatquestionscouldhe">What questions could help when considering the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-7r_gi-sources_17"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-7r/#i2423.behandlung-7r.gi-sources.17">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/">Hernias: Learn More – How are incisional hernias treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_howdoincisionalherni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.howdoincisionalherni">How do incisional hernias develop?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_whatcanyoudotopreven"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.whatcanyoudotopreven">What can you do to prevent them?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options for incisional hernias?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_isopensurgeryorlapar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.isopensurgeryorlapar">Is open surgery or laparoscopic surgery better?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_whatrisksareassociat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.whatrisksareassociat">What risks are associated with surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_doincisionalherniasa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.doincisionalherniasa">Do incisional hernias always have to be operated on?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_whenareincisionalher"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.whenareincisionalher">When are incisional hernias more difficult to treat?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-d7_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-d7/#i2423.behandlung-d7.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/">Hernias: Learn More – How are inguinal and femoral hernias treated in women?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whatcausesinguinalan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whatcausesinguinalan">What causes inguinal and femoral hernias?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whenissurgeryconside"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whenissurgeryconside">When is surgery considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whichtypesofsurgerya"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whichtypesofsurgerya">Which types of surgery are most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whatdoineedtoknowaft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whatdoineedtoknowaft">What do I need to know after having surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whatcanyoudoiftheher"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whatcanyoudoiftheher">What can you do if the hernia comes back?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_whatifyoudevelopaher"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.whatifyoudevelopaher">What if you develop a hernia during pregnancy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-pl_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-pl/#i2423.behandlung-pl.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-uy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-uy/">Hernias: Learn More – How are inguinal hernias treated in children?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-uy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-uy_whatdoinguinalhernia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-uy/#i2423.behandlung-uy.whatdoinguinalhernia">What do inguinal hernias look like?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-uy_whatrisksareassociat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-uy/#i2423.behandlung-uy.whatrisksareassociat">What risks are associated with inguinal hernias?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-uy_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-uy/#i2423.behandlung-uy.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options for inguinal hernias?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2423_behandlung-uy_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2423.behandlung-uy/#i2423.behandlung-uy.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/">Overview: Bedwetting</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2424" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424/#i2424.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/">Bedwetting: Learn More – What are the treatment options for bedwetting?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_whenisitagoodideatoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.whenisitagoodideatoc">When is it a good idea to consider treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_howdoelectronicbedwe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.howdoelectronicbedwe">How do electronic bedwetting alarms work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_howeffectivearebedwe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.howeffectivearebedwe">How effective are bedwetting alarms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_whatkindsofmedicatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.whatkindsofmedicatio">What kinds of medication are there, and when are they considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_howeffectivearemedic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.howeffectivearemedic">How effective are medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_othermedicationsandt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.othermedicationsandt">Other medications and treatments</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_behandlung-un_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.behandlung-un/#i2424.behandlung-un.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.lebenundalltag-ra/">Bedwetting: Learn More – What can make everyday life easier?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra_whatcanyoudoifthebed"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.lebenundalltag-ra/#i2424.lebenundalltag-ra.whatcanyoudoifthebed">What can you do if the bed gets wet?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra_hygieneandcleanlines"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.lebenundalltag-ra/#i2424.lebenundalltag-ra.hygieneandcleanlines">Hygiene and cleanliness</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra_talkingtochildrenabo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.lebenundalltag-ra/#i2424.lebenundalltag-ra.talkingtochildrenabo">Talking to children about bedwetting</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra_whatemotionaleffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.lebenundalltag-ra/#i2424.lebenundalltag-ra.whatemotionaleffects">What emotional effects might bedwetting have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra_gettingoverfeelingso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.lebenundalltag-ra/#i2424.lebenundalltag-ra.gettingoverfeelingso">Getting over feelings of embarrassment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2424_lebenundalltag-ra_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2424.lebenundalltag-ra/#i2424.lebenundalltag-ra.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2427"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2427/">In brief: What happens during a skin examination?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2427" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2427_whatkindofscreeningt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2427/#i2427.whatkindofscreeningt">What kind of screening tests are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2427_whathappensduringask"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2427/#i2427.whathappensduringask">What happens during a skin examination?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2427_whatkindofskinchange"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2427/#i2427.whatkindofskinchange">What kind of skin changes does the doctor look out for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2427_whatelsedodoctorsloo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2427/#i2427.whatelsedodoctorsloo">What else do doctors look out for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2427_whatotherkindsofexam"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2427/#i2427.whatotherkindsofexam">What other kinds of examinations are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2427_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2427/#i2427.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/">Overview: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2460" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460/#i2460.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa/">Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: Learn More – What can you do if you have BPPV?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa_howdorepositioningma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa/#i2460.behandlung-xa.howdorepositioningma">How do repositioning maneuvers work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa_whatdoesarepositioni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa/#i2460.behandlung-xa.whatdoesarepositioni">What does a repositioning maneuver involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa_arethereothertreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa/#i2460.behandlung-xa.arethereothertreatme">Are there other treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa/#i2460.behandlung-xa.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7/">Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: Research summaries – Do repositioning maneuvers help in benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7_researchoneffectiven"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7/#i2460.behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7.researchoneffectiven">Research on effectiveness</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2460_behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2460.behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7/#i2460.behandlung-xa-yf7j-4jj7.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/">Overview: Endometriosis</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2474" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474/#i2474.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/">Endometriosis: Learn More – Treatment options for endometriosis</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_painkillers"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.painkillers">Painkillers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_hormonetherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.hormonetherapy">Hormone therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_surgery"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.surgery">Surgery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_othertreatments"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.othertreatments">Other treatments</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_optionsforwomenwhowo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.optionsforwomenwhowo">Options for women who would like to become pregnant</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_treatmentinanendomet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.treatmentinanendomet">Treatment in an endometriosis center</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_asecondmedicalopinio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.asecondmedicalopinio">A second medical opinion can help if you're not sure</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5/#i2474.behandlung-m5.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5-logy-iygw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5-logy-iygw/">Endometriosis: Research summaries – Surgery: What are the pros and cons of taking hormones as well?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5-logy-iygw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5-logy-iygw_researchonhormonethe1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5-logy-iygw/#i2474.behandlung-m5-logy-iygw.researchonhormonethe1">Research on hormone therapy before and after surgery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5-logy-iygw_sideeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5-logy-iygw/#i2474.behandlung-m5-logy-iygw.sideeffects">Side effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_behandlung-m5-logy-iygw_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.behandlung-m5-logy-iygw/#i2474.behandlung-m5-logy-iygw.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.diagnose-wt/">Endometriosis: Learn More – Diagnosing endometriosis</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt_anamnesisandphysical"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.diagnose-wt/#i2474.diagnose-wt.anamnesisandphysical">Anamnesis and physical examination</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt_ultrasound"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.diagnose-wt/#i2474.diagnose-wt.ultrasound">Ultrasound</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt_laparoscopy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.diagnose-wt/#i2474.diagnose-wt.laparoscopy">Laparoscopy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt_otherdiagnosticproce"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.diagnose-wt/#i2474.diagnose-wt.otherdiagnosticproce">Other diagnostic procedures</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt_stagesofendometriosi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.diagnose-wt/#i2474.diagnose-wt.stagesofendometriosi">Stages of endometriosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_diagnose-wt_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.diagnose-wt/#i2474.diagnose-wt.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_lebenundalltag-iw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.lebenundalltag-iw/">Endometriosis: Learn More – My partner has endometriosis – What does that mean for me?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2474_lebenundalltag-iw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_lebenundalltag-iw_diagnosedwithendomet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.lebenundalltag-iw/#i2474.lebenundalltag-iw.diagnosedwithendomet">Diagnosed with endometriosis – Now what?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_lebenundalltag-iw_howdoesendometriosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.lebenundalltag-iw/#i2474.lebenundalltag-iw.howdoesendometriosis">How does endometriosis affect your 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.symptome-jl/#i2474.symptome-jl.whatdoesthepainfeell">What does the pain feel like?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_symptome-jl_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.symptome-jl/#i2474.symptome-jl.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_ursachen-cu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.ursachen-cu/">Endometriosis: Learn More – What causes endometriosis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2474_ursachen-cu" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_ursachen-cu_theoriesaboutcauseso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.ursachen-cu/#i2474.ursachen-cu.theoriesaboutcauseso">Theories about causes of endometriosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2474_ursachen-cu_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2474.ursachen-cu/#i2474.ursachen-cu.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/">Overview: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 28, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2481" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481/#i2481.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li 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Learn More – Non-drug treatments</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 28, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq_whyisquittingsmoking"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-bq/#i2481.behandlung-bq.whyisquittingsmoking">Why is quitting smoking so important?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq_whatcanphysicalexerc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-bq/#i2481.behandlung-bq.whatcanphysicalexerc">What can physical exercise do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq_canrespiratoryphysio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-bq/#i2481.behandlung-bq.canrespiratoryphysio">Can respiratory physiotherapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq_whatcanyoudoifyouhav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-bq/#i2481.behandlung-bq.whatcanyoudoifyouhav">What can you do if you have acute breathing difficulties?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq_whatdoespatienteduca"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-bq/#i2481.behandlung-bq.whatdoespatienteduca">What does patient education involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq_whatispulmonaryrehab"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-bq/#i2481.behandlung-bq.whatispulmonaryrehab">What is pulmonary rehabilitation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-bq_whenisitagoodideatog"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-bq/#i2481.behandlung-bq.whenisitagoodideatog">When is it a good idea to get dietary advice?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-ja/#i2481.behandlung-ja.whatkindsofbronchodi">What kinds of bronchodilators are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-ja_whatcanyouexpectfrom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-ja/#i2481.behandlung-ja.whatcanyouexpectfrom">What can you expect from using steroid medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-ja_howeffectivearepde4i"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-ja/#i2481.behandlung-ja.howeffectivearepde4i">How effective are PDE4 inhibitors?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-ja_canyoucombinethemedi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-ja/#i2481.behandlung-ja.canyoucombinethemedi">Can you combine the medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-ja_whatotheroptionsaret"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-ja/#i2481.behandlung-ja.whatotheroptionsaret">What other options are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-ja_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-ja/#i2481.behandlung-ja.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-sn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-sn/">Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Learn More – Surgical procedures for the treatment of COPD</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-sn" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_behandlung-sn_howdoeslungvolumered"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.behandlung-sn/#i2481.behandlung-sn.howdoeslungvolumered">How does lung volume reduction work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.lebenundalltag-6n/#i2481.lebenundalltag-6n.whatarethecopingstra">What are the coping strategies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_lebenundalltag-6n_whatdoesanactionplan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.lebenundalltag-6n/#i2481.lebenundalltag-6n.whatdoesanactionplan">What does an action plan involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_lebenundalltag-6n_whatroledoesbeingope"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.lebenundalltag-6n/#i2481.lebenundalltag-6n.whatroledoesbeingope">What role does being open about the disease play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_lebenundalltag-6n_whatchangesinyourrel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.lebenundalltag-6n/#i2481.lebenundalltag-6n.whatchangesinyourrel">What changes in your relationships to family, partners and friends?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_lebenundalltag-6n_whatoptionsdofamilym"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.lebenundalltag-6n/#i2481.lebenundalltag-6n.whatoptionsdofamilym">What options do family members have for support?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_lebenundalltag-6n_whatisspecializedout"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.lebenundalltag-6n/#i2481.lebenundalltag-6n.whatisspecializedout">What is specialized outpatient palliative care?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_lebenundalltag-6n_whatdoescareinpallia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2481.lebenundalltag-6n/#i2481.lebenundalltag-6n.whatdoescareinpallia">What does care in palliative care units or hospices involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2481_lebenundalltag-6n_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2568.behandlung-uf/#i2568.behandlung-uf.whenandhowarelaterou">When and how are later outbreaks treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2568_behandlung-uf_whenispreventivetrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2568.behandlung-uf/#i2568.behandlung-uf.whenispreventivetrea">When is preventive treatment considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2568_behandlung-uf_areantiviralmedicati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2568.behandlung-uf/#i2568.behandlung-uf.areantiviralmedicati">Are antiviral medications safe?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2568_behandlung-uf_isthereanythingicand"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2568.behandlung-uf/#i2568.behandlung-uf.isthereanythingicand">Is there anything I can do to relieve the symptoms myself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2568_behandlung-uf_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2570_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2570/#i2570.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2570_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2570/#i2570.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2570_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2570/#i2570.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2570_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2570/#i2570.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2570_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2570/#i2570.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575/">Overview: Phimosis</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 12, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2575" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575/#i2575.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575/#i2575.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575/#i2575.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575/#i2575.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/">Phimosis: Learn More – What are the treatment options for phimosis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 12, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_whatdoyouneedtoknowa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.whatdoyouneedtoknowa">What do you need to know about phimosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_whenisitagoodideatot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.whenisitagoodideatot">When is it a good idea to treat phimosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_whatdoestreatmentwit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.whatdoestreatmentwit">What does treatment with steroid cream involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_whatbenefitsdoestrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.whatbenefitsdoestrea">What benefits does treatment with steroid cream have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_surgerywhatprocedure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.surgerywhatprocedure">Surgery: What procedures are used and what do they involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_whatarethebenefitsan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.whatarethebenefitsan">What are the benefits and risks of circumcision?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2575_behandlung-2g_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2575.behandlung-2g/#i2575.behandlung-2g.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/">In brief: A guide to psychotherapy in Germany: Where can I find help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2576" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_whocaniturntofirstif"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.whocaniturntofirstif">Who can I turn to first if I have mental health problems?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_whatispsychotherapya"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.whatispsychotherapya">What is psychotherapy and when is it an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_psychologistspsychia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.psychologistspsychia">Psychologists, psychiatrists and psychotherapists – who is who?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_whatisthedifferenceb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.whatisthedifferenceb">What is the difference between medical and psychological psychotherapists?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_aretherespeciallytra"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.aretherespeciallytra">Are there specially trained psychotherapists and psychiatrists for children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_howdoifindapsychothe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.howdoifindapsychothe">How do I find a psychotherapist or psychiatrist?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_canichangetherapists"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.canichangetherapists">Can I change therapists?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_howdoiapplyforpsycho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.howdoiapplyforpsycho">How do I apply for psychotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_whichpsychotherapies"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.whichpsychotherapies">Which psychotherapies are covered by statutory health insurance companies in Germany?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_howlongwillihavetowa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.howlongwillihavetowa">How long will I have to wait to start therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_howlongdoespsychothe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.howlongdoespsychothe">How long does psychotherapy take?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2576_dotherapistshavetoma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2576/#i2576.dotherapistshavetoma">Do therapists have to maintain confidentiality?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577/#i2577.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_behandlung-ys"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.behandlung-ys/">Ingrown toenail: Learn More – Ingrown toenail treatment</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 29, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2577_behandlung-ys" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_behandlung-ys_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.behandlung-ys/#i2577.behandlung-ys.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_behandlung-ys_whathappensduringsur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.behandlung-ys/#i2577.behandlung-ys.whathappensduringsur">What happens during surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_behandlung-ys_whatrisksareassociat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.behandlung-ys/#i2577.behandlung-ys.whatrisksareassociat">What risks are associated with the different procedures?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_behandlung-ys_whichtreatmentismost"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.behandlung-ys/#i2577.behandlung-ys.whichtreatmentismost">Which treatment is most likely to prevent the toenail from becoming ingrown again?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_behandlung-ys_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.behandlung-ys/#i2577.behandlung-ys.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_vorbeugung-4v"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.vorbeugung-4v/">Ingrown toenail: Learn More – How to cut toenails properly</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 29, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2577_vorbeugung-4v" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2577_vorbeugung-4v_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2577.vorbeugung-4v/#i2577.vorbeugung-4v.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2578"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2578/">Overview: Allergic contact dermatitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 1, 2024.</div><ul 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583/#i2583.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/">Frozen shoulder: Learn More – Frozen shoulder: What can help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_whenarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.whenarethedifferentt">When are the different treatments most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_howcanyourelievethep"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.howcanyourelievethep">How can you relieve the pain yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_howeffectiveistreatm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.howeffectiveistreatm">How effective is treatment with steroids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_caninjectionstoloose"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.caninjectionstoloose">Can injections to loosen or numb the joint help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_howcanshouldermobili"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.howcanshouldermobili">How can shoulder mobility be improved?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_cansurgeryhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.cansurgeryhelp">Can surgery help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_whataretheothertreat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.whataretheothertreat">What are the other treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2583_behandlung-hd_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2583.behandlung-hd/#i2583.behandlung-hd.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/">Overview: Hair loss in chemotherapy</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2584" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584/#i2584.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_vorbeugung-5s"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584.vorbeugung-5s/">Hair loss in chemotherapy: Learn More – Can chemotherapy-related hair loss be prevented?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2584_vorbeugung-5s" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_vorbeugung-5s_howdoesscalpcoolingw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584.vorbeugung-5s/#i2584.vorbeugung-5s.howdoesscalpcoolingw">How does scalp cooling work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_vorbeugung-5s_doesanythingelsehelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584.vorbeugung-5s/#i2584.vorbeugung-5s.doesanythingelsehelp">Does anything else help prevent hair loss?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2584_vorbeugung-5s_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2584.vorbeugung-5s/#i2584.vorbeugung-5s.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2585"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2585/">In brief: Personalized medicine</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2585" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2585_howpersonalispersona"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2585/#i2585.howpersonalispersona">How personal is personalized medicine?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2585_examplemalignantmela"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2585/#i2585.examplemalignantmela">Example: Malignant melanoma</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2585_examplehiv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2585/#i2585.examplehiv">Example: HIV</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2585_howarethebenefitsofp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2585/#i2585.howarethebenefitsofp">How are the benefits of personalized medicine tested scientifically?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2585_whatwouldtrulyperson"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2585/#i2585.whatwouldtrulyperson">What would "truly" personalized medicine mean?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2585_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2585/#i2585.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/">Overview: Epilepsy</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2587" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587/#i2587.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/">Epilepsy: Learn More – Epilepsy in children: Types and treatment options</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_mightfebrileconvulsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.mightfebrileconvulsi">Might febrile convulsions actually be epilepsy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_whatsthedifferencebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.whatsthedifferencebe">What's the difference between epilepsy in children and adults?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_whatarethesignsofepi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.whatarethesignsofepi">What are the signs of epilepsy in newborn babies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_whatspecialtypesofep"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.whatspecialtypesofep">What special types of epilepsy occur in children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_whatistheusualcourse"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.whatistheusualcourse">What is the usual course of epilepsy in children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_howdoesepilepsyaffec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.howdoesepilepsyaffec">How does epilepsy affect children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_howeffectivearemedic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.howeffectivearemedic">How effective are medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_doesaketodiethelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.doesaketodiethelp">Does a “keto diet” help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_whenissurgeryconside"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.whenissurgeryconside">When is surgery considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-du_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-du/#i2587.behandlung-du.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-fz"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-fz/">Epilepsy: Learn More – What to do if someone has an epileptic seizure</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-fz" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-fz_minorseizuresandseiz"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-fz/#i2587.behandlung-fz.minorseizuresandseiz">Minor seizures and seizures that affect awareness</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-fz_majorseizures"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-fz/#i2587.behandlung-fz.majorseizures">Major seizures</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-fz_whendoyouneedtocallt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-fz/#i2587.behandlung-fz.whendoyouneedtocallt">When do you need to call the emergency services?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-fz_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-fz/#i2587.behandlung-fz.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/">Epilepsy: Learn More – Epilepsy in children: Everyday life</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_whatcanyoudowhenachi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.whatcanyoudowhenachi">What can you do when a child has a seizure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_whataboutsportsandot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.whataboutsportsandot">What about sports and other activities?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_whataboutdaycareands"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.whataboutdaycareands">What about day care and school?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_shouldotherchildrenb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.shouldotherchildrenb">Should other children be told about the epilepsy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_doesepilepsylimittee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.doesepilepsylimittee">Does epilepsy limit teenagers’ further education or career options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_doemployersneedtokno"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.doemployersneedtokno">Do employers need to know that you have epilepsy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_canyougetadriverslic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.canyougetadriverslic">Can you get a driver's license?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_wherecanfamiliesfind"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.wherecanfamiliesfind">Where can families find support?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-qh_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-qh/#i2587.behandlung-qh.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/">Epilepsy: Learn More – Epilepsy in adults: Treatment with medication</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_whendoesitmakesenset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.whendoesitmakesenset">When does it make sense to take medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_whatarethemedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.whatarethemedication">What are the medication options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_howeffectivearethese"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.howeffectivearethese">How effective are these medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of the medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_whatcanidotoincrease"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.whatcanidotoincrease">What can I do to increase the odds of successful treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_canyoustoptakingthem"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.canyoustoptakingthem">Can you stop taking the medication after a while?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_whatdoyouneedtoconsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.whatdoyouneedtoconsi">What do you need to consider when using contraception or if you wish to get pregnant?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_howeffectiveareaedsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.howeffectiveareaedsi">How effective are AEDs in older people?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_whatisimportantforpe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.whatisimportantforpe">What is important for people with a mental disability?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_whatcanbedoneiftheme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.whatcanbedoneiftheme">What can be done if the medication doesn't work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_howisstatusepileptic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.howisstatusepileptic">How is status epilepticus treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2587_behandlung-zp_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2587.behandlung-zp/#i2587.behandlung-zp.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/">Overview: Tooth decay</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 5, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2588" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588/#i2588.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588.vorbeugung-cn/">Tooth decay: Learn More – Preventing tooth decay in children and teenagers</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 5, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn_whatfoodsanddrinksma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588.vorbeugung-cn/#i2588.vorbeugung-cn.whatfoodsanddrinksma">What foods and drinks make a difference?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn_whatshouldyouknowabo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588.vorbeugung-cn/#i2588.vorbeugung-cn.whatshouldyouknowabo">What should you know about brushing teeth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn_howeffectivearefluor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588.vorbeugung-cn/#i2588.vorbeugung-cn.howeffectivearefluor">How effective are fluoride varnishes and gels?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn_whatisadentalsealant"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588.vorbeugung-cn/#i2588.vorbeugung-cn.whatisadentalsealant">What is a dental sealant and when is it an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn_howoftenshouldyougot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588.vorbeugung-cn/#i2588.vorbeugung-cn.howoftenshouldyougot">How often should you go to the dentist for a check-up?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2588_vorbeugung-cn_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2588.vorbeugung-cn/#i2588.vorbeugung-cn.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589/">Overview: Bacterial vaginosis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2589" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589/#i2589.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589/#i2589.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589/#i2589.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589/#i2589.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589/#i2589.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589/#i2589.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li 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bacterial vaginosis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2589_behandlung-ir" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_behandlung-ir_howareantibioticsuse"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589.behandlung-ir/#i2589.behandlung-ir.howareantibioticsuse">How are antibiotics used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_behandlung-ir_howeffectiveareantib"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589.behandlung-ir/#i2589.behandlung-ir.howeffectiveareantib">How effective are antibiotics?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_behandlung-ir_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589.behandlung-ir/#i2589.behandlung-ir.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_behandlung-ir_canlacticacidbacteri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589.behandlung-ir/#i2589.behandlung-ir.canlacticacidbacteri">Can lactic acid bacteria help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_behandlung-ir_canvaginosisbetreate"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589.behandlung-ir/#i2589.behandlung-ir.canvaginosisbetreate">Can vaginosis be treated during pregnancy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2589_behandlung-ir_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2589.behandlung-ir/#i2589.behandlung-ir.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2590"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2590/">In brief: What are immunological tests?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 16, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2590" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2590_howdotheywork"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2590/#i2590.howdotheywork">How do they work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2590_whatdoesthetestinvol"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2590/#i2590.whatdoesthetestinvol">What does the test involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2590_whatareimmunological"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2590/#i2590.whatareimmunological">What are immunological tests used for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2590_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2590/#i2590.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/">Overview: Asthma</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2591" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591/#i2591.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-7a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-7a/">Asthma: Learn More – Non-drug interventions for asthma</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-7a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-7a_whatkindofbreathinge"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-7a/#i2591.behandlung-7a.whatkindofbreathinge">What kind of breathing exercises could help in asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-7a_canyoudoexerciseands"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-7a/#i2591.behandlung-7a.canyoudoexerciseands">Can you do exercise and sports despite having asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-7a_howcanyouavoidthings"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-7a/#i2591.behandlung-7a.howcanyouavoidthings">How can you avoid things that trigger allergies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-7a_whatroledoestobaccos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-7a/#i2591.behandlung-7a.whatroledoestobaccos">What role does tobacco smoke play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-p4_whichallergiescanbet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-p4/#i2591.behandlung-p4.whichallergiescanbet">Which allergies can be treated using allergen-specific immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-p4_whatdoesthetreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-p4/#i2591.behandlung-p4.whatdoesthetreatment">What does the treatment involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-p4_howeffectiveisimmuno"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-p4/#i2591.behandlung-p4.howeffectiveisimmuno">How effective is immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-p4_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-p4/#i2591.behandlung-p4.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-p4_howcommonareanaphyla"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-p4/#i2591.behandlung-p4.howcommonareanaphyla">How common are anaphylactic reactions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-p4_whichismoreeffective"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-p4/#i2591.behandlung-p4.whichismoreeffective">Which is more effective: Injections or tablets/drops?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-p4_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-p4/#i2591.behandlung-p4.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-qr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-qr/">Asthma: Learn More – Medication for people with asthma</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-qr" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-qr_whatmedicationscanbe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-qr/#i2591.behandlung-qr.whatmedicationscanbe">What medications can be used for asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-qr_whenisrelievermedica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-qr/#i2591.behandlung-qr.whenisrelievermedica">When is reliever medication used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-qr_whatcontrollermedica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-qr/#i2591.behandlung-qr.whatcontrollermedica">What controller medications can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-qr_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-qr/#i2591.behandlung-qr.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-qr_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-qr/#i2591.behandlung-qr.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-wf/">Asthma: Learn More – Asthma in pregnancy</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf_howdoesasthmaaffectu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-wf/#i2591.behandlung-wf.howdoesasthmaaffectu">How does asthma affect unborn children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf_ismedicationfortheco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-wf/#i2591.behandlung-wf.ismedicationfortheco">Is medication for the control of asthma safe in pregnancy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf_howsafeisallergenspe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-wf/#i2591.behandlung-wf.howsafeisallergenspe">How safe is allergen-specific immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf_whatelsecanyoudotopr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-wf/#i2591.behandlung-wf.whatelsecanyoudotopr">What else can you do to prevent asthma attacks?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf_howcanasthmaorallerg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-wf/#i2591.behandlung-wf.howcanasthmaorallerg">How can asthma or allergies be prevented in the baby?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_behandlung-wf_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.behandlung-wf/#i2591.behandlung-wf.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/">Asthma: Learn More – Symptoms and diagnosis</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_whatarethetypicalsym"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.whatarethetypicalsym">What are the typical symptoms of asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_howsevereistheasthma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.howsevereistheasthma">How severe is the asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_howisasthmadiagnosed"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.howisasthmadiagnosed">How is asthma diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_whatdothetalkwiththe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.whatdothetalkwiththe">What do the talk with the doctor and the physical examination involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_howisyourlungfunctio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.howisyourlungfunctio">How is your lung function tested?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_whymayfurthertestsbe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.whymayfurthertestsbe">Why may further tests be needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_whendoesitmakesenset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.whendoesitmakesenset">When does it make sense to have an allergy test?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_symptome-3o_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.symptome-3o/#i2591.symptome-3o.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/">Asthma: Learn More – Exercise-induced asthma</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m_howdoesexerciseinduc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/#i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m.howdoesexerciseinduc">How does exercise-induced asthma develop?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m_howisexerciseinduced"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/#i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m.howisexerciseinduced">How is exercise-induced asthma diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m_aresportsgoodorbadfo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/#i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m.aresportsgoodorbadfo">Are sports good or bad for people who have asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m_aresometypesofsports"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/#i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m.aresometypesofsports">Are some types of sports more suitable than others?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m_whatmedicationscanpr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/#i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m.whatmedicationscanpr">What medications can prevent exercise-induced asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m_aresportsdangerousfo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/#i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m.aresportsdangerousfo">Are sports dangerous for children with asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m/#i2591.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-3m.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/">Asthma: Learn More – Information for parents</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_howcanitellwhethermy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.howcanitellwhethermy">How can I tell whether my child has asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_canyougrowoutofasthm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.canyougrowoutofasthm">Can you "grow out of" asthma?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_mychildhasasthmawhat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.mychildhasasthmawhat">My child has asthma – what do I need to know?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_howcanasthmamedicati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.howcanasthmamedicati">How can asthma medications help my child?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_canasthmamedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.canasthmamedications">Can asthma medications harm my child?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_howcaniprotectmychil"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.howcaniprotectmychil">How can I protect my child from asthma triggers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_whatneedstobeconside"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.whatneedstobeconside">What needs to be considered when doing exercise?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_canmychildgoonschool"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.canmychildgoonschool">Can my child go on school trips?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_whatcanidotohelpmych"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.whatcanidotohelpmych">What can I do to help my child during puberty?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2591_weitereinformationen-ra_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2591.weitereinformationen-ra/#i2591.weitereinformationen-ra.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2595"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2595/">Overview: Infertility</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2595" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2595_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2595/#i2595.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2595_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2595/#i2595.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li 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class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/">Overview: Seborrheic dermatitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 1, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2597" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597/#i2597.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_behandlung-dg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.behandlung-dg/">Seborrheic dermatitis: Learn More – Which treatments help in teenagers and adults?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 1, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2597_behandlung-dg" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_behandlung-dg_areantifungalmedicin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.behandlung-dg/#i2597.behandlung-dg.areantifungalmedicin">Are antifungal medicines effective?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_behandlung-dg_howeffectivearestero"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.behandlung-dg/#i2597.behandlung-dg.howeffectivearestero">How effective are steroid medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_behandlung-dg_whatcanhelptoremovet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.behandlung-dg/#i2597.behandlung-dg.whatcanhelptoremovet">What can help to remove the flakes of skin?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_behandlung-dg_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.behandlung-dg/#i2597.behandlung-dg.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_einleitung-sq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.einleitung-sq/">Seborrheic dermatitis: Learn More – Seborrheic dermatitis in babies (cradle cap)</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 1, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2597_einleitung-sq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_einleitung-sq_whatdoesseborrheicde"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.einleitung-sq/#i2597.einleitung-sq.whatdoesseborrheicde">What does seborrheic dermatitis look like in babies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_einleitung-sq_howdoesitchangeovert"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.einleitung-sq/#i2597.einleitung-sq.howdoesitchangeovert">How does it change over time?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_einleitung-sq_whatcanparentsdo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.einleitung-sq/#i2597.einleitung-sq.whatcanparentsdo">What can parents do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2597_einleitung-sq_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2597.einleitung-sq/#i2597.einleitung-sq.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2599"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2599/">In brief: What happens during a biopsy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 25, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2599" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2599_whenarebiopsiesneces"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2599/#i2599.whenarebiopsiesneces">When are biopsies necessary?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2599_whatexactlydobiopsie"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2599/#i2599.whatexactlydobiopsie">What exactly do biopsies involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2599_whatdifferenttypesof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2599/#i2599.whatdifferenttypesof">What different types of biopsies are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2599_whatcanabiopsyfind"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2599/#i2599.whatcanabiopsyfind">What can a biopsy find?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2599_whatpossiblecomplica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2599/#i2599.whatpossiblecomplica">What possible complications are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2599_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2599/#i2599.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/">Overview: Tinea versicolor</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2601" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601/#i2601.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_behandlung-lt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601.behandlung-lt/">Tinea versicolor: Learn More – Treatment for tinea versicolor</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 5, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2601_behandlung-lt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_behandlung-lt_whatkindsoftreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601.behandlung-lt/#i2601.behandlung-lt.whatkindsoftreatment">What kinds of treatments are used directly on the skin?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_behandlung-lt_howeffectivearethese"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601.behandlung-lt/#i2601.behandlung-lt.howeffectivearethese">How effective are these products in the treatment of tinea versicolor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_behandlung-lt_whatcanyoudoiftopica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601.behandlung-lt/#i2601.behandlung-lt.whatcanyoudoiftopica">What can you do if topical treatment isn’t enough?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2601_behandlung-lt_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2601.behandlung-lt/#i2601.behandlung-lt.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/">Overview: Cold sores</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 14, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2604" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604/#i2604.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_behandlung-bz"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.behandlung-bz/">Cold sores: Learn More – How effective are creams and tablets for the treatment of cold sores?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 14, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2604_behandlung-bz" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_behandlung-bz_topicalmedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.behandlung-bz/#i2604.behandlung-bz.topicalmedications">Topical medications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_behandlung-bz_oralmedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.behandlung-bz/#i2604.behandlung-bz.oralmedications">Oral medications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_behandlung-bz_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.behandlung-bz/#i2604.behandlung-bz.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_vorbeugung-v3"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.vorbeugung-v3/">Cold sores: Learn More – Can cold sore outbreaks be prevented?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 14, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2604_vorbeugung-v3" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_vorbeugung-v3_whatcantriggercoldso"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.vorbeugung-v3/#i2604.vorbeugung-v3.whatcantriggercoldso">What can trigger cold sore outbreaks?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_vorbeugung-v3_canmedicationprevent"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.vorbeugung-v3/#i2604.vorbeugung-v3.canmedicationprevent">Can medication prevent cold sores?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_vorbeugung-v3_doesmedicationprotec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.vorbeugung-v3/#i2604.vorbeugung-v3.doesmedicationprotec">Does medication protect people with a weakened immune system?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_vorbeugung-v3_whataretheothertreat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.vorbeugung-v3/#i2604.vorbeugung-v3.whataretheothertreat">What are the other treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2604_vorbeugung-v3_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2604.vorbeugung-v3/#i2604.vorbeugung-v3.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/">Overview: Tennis elbow</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2605" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605/#i2605.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-4f"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-4f/">Tennis elbow: Learn More – Tennis elbow: Strengthening and stretching exercises</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-4f" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-4f_whatareeccentricexer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-4f/#i2605.behandlung-4f.whatareeccentricexer">What are eccentric exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-4f_eccentricstrengtheni1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-4f/#i2605.behandlung-4f.eccentricstrengtheni1">Eccentric strengthening exercises: Example 1</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-4f_eccentricstrengtheni2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-4f/#i2605.behandlung-4f.eccentricstrengtheni2">Eccentric strengthening exercises: Example 2</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-4f_stretching"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-4f/#i2605.behandlung-4f.stretching">Stretching</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-4f_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-4f/#i2605.behandlung-4f.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/">Tennis elbow: Learn More – The treatment options for tennis elbow</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/#i2605.behandlung-wk.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk_doesrestingyourarmhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/#i2605.behandlung-wk.doesrestingyourarmhe">Does resting your arm help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk_howeffectivearestret"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/#i2605.behandlung-wk.howeffectivearestret">How effective are stretching and strengthening exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk_cantabletsorgelshelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/#i2605.behandlung-wk.cantabletsorgelshelp">Can tablets or gels help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk_areelbowinjectionsef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/#i2605.behandlung-wk.areelbowinjectionsef">Are elbow injections effective?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk_othertreatmentoption"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/#i2605.behandlung-wk.othertreatmentoption">Other treatment options</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2605_behandlung-wk_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2605.behandlung-wk/#i2605.behandlung-wk.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/">Overview: Chronic kidney disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2606" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_deciding"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.deciding">Deciding</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606/#i2606.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-dr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-dr/">Chronic kidney disease: Learn More – Diet and exercise for chronic kidney disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-dr" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-dr_whatarethedietrulesf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-dr/#i2606.behandlung-dr.whatarethedietrulesf">What are the diet rules for kidney disease?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-dr_dodietarysupplements"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-dr/#i2606.behandlung-dr.dodietarysupplements">Do dietary supplements help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-dr_whatcanexerciseandsp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-dr/#i2606.behandlung-dr.whatcanexerciseandsp">What can exercise and sports do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-dr_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-dr/#i2606.behandlung-dr.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-ft/">Chronic kidney disease: Learn More – Chronic kidney disease: Which medications can protect the kidneys, heart and blood vessels?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft_bloodpressurelowerin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-ft/#i2606.behandlung-ft.bloodpressurelowerin">Blood-pressure-lowering drugs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft_sglt2inhibitors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-ft/#i2606.behandlung-ft.sglt2inhibitors">SGLT2 inhibitors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft_cholesterolloweringm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-ft/#i2606.behandlung-ft.cholesterolloweringm">Cholesterol-lowering medications (statins)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft_anticlottingmedicati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-ft/#i2606.behandlung-ft.anticlottingmedicati">Anti-clotting medication such as ASA</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft_medicationsforloweri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-ft/#i2606.behandlung-ft.medicationsforloweri">Medications for lowering uric acid</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-ft_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-ft/#i2606.behandlung-ft.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/">Chronic kidney disease: Learn More – Peritoneal dialysis for chronic kidney disease</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx_peritonealdialysisor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/#i2606.behandlung-vx.peritonealdialysisor">Peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx_howdoesperitonealdia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/#i2606.behandlung-vx.howdoesperitonealdia">How does peritoneal dialysis work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx_whatdoesthepreparati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/#i2606.behandlung-vx.whatdoesthepreparati">What does the preparation involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/#i2606.behandlung-vx.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages of peritoneal dialysis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx_whatarethepossibledi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/#i2606.behandlung-vx.whatarethepossibledi">What are the possible disadvantages of peritoneal dialysis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx_whatcanyoudoifyouhav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/#i2606.behandlung-vx.whatcanyoudoifyouhav">What can you do if you have difficulties managing peritoneal dialysis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx/#i2606.behandlung-vx.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5/">Chronic kidney disease: Research summaries – When is the best time to start dialysis?</a><div class="small">Created: March 8, 2018.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5_whenisdialysisstarte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5/#i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5.whenisdialysisstarte">When is dialysis started?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5_arethereadvantagesto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5/#i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5.arethereadvantagesto">Are there advantages to starting dialysis earlier?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5_whatisneededtoprepar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5/#i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5.whatisneededtoprepar">What is needed to prepare for dialysis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5/#i2606.behandlung-vx-fzbe-c3g5.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_verlauf-mk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.verlauf-mk/">Chronic kidney disease: Learn More – How does chronic kidney disease progress?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 11, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2606_verlauf-mk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_verlauf-mk_whatarethestagesofch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.verlauf-mk/#i2606.verlauf-mk.whatarethestagesofch">What are the stages of chronic kidney disease?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2606_verlauf-mk_howarekidneyfunction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2606.verlauf-mk/#i2606.verlauf-mk.howarekidneyfunction">How are kidney function and kidney damage measured?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607/#i2607.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607/#i2607.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607/#i2607.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607/#i2607.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607/#i2607.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607/#i2607.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_treatment"><a class="toc-item" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-35_howeffectivearemedic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.behandlung-35/#i2607.behandlung-35.howeffectivearemedic">How effective are medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-35_howcommonaresideeffe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.behandlung-35/#i2607.behandlung-35.howcommonaresideeffe">How common are side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-35_howarethesemedicatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.behandlung-35/#i2607.behandlung-35.howarethesemedicatio">How are these medications used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-35_avoidingsideeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.behandlung-35/#i2607.behandlung-35.avoidingsideeffects">Avoiding side effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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class="small">Last Update: May 24, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-ki" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-ki_whatismindfulnesstra"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.behandlung-ki/#i2607.behandlung-ki.whatismindfulnesstra">What is mindfulness training?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-ki_canbiofeedbackhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.behandlung-ki/#i2607.behandlung-ki.canbiofeedbackhelp">Can biofeedback help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-ki_whatrelaxationtechni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.behandlung-ki/#i2607.behandlung-ki.whatrelaxationtechni">What relaxation techniques can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_behandlung-ki_howcanpatienteducati"><a class="toc-item" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-ks/#i2607.ursachen-ks.abnormalpainmessages">Abnormal pain messages</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-ks_geneticfactorsandpai"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-ks/#i2607.ursachen-ks.geneticfactorsandpai">Genetic factors and pain processing</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-ks_psychologicalstress"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-ks/#i2607.ursachen-ks.psychologicalstress">Psychological stress</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-ks_otherfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-ks/#i2607.ursachen-ks.otherfactors">Other factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-ks_whatkindofdiseaseisf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-ks/#i2607.ursachen-ks.whatkindofdiseaseisf">What kind of disease is fibromyalgia?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-ks_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-ks/#i2607.ursachen-ks.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/">Fibromyalgia: Learn More – Understanding chronic pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 24, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7_whatsthedifferencebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/#i2607.ursachen-n7.whatsthedifferencebe">What’s the difference between acute and chronic pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/#i2607.ursachen-n7.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7_howdoeschronicpainde"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/#i2607.ursachen-n7.howdoeschronicpainde">How does chronic pain develop?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/#i2607.ursachen-n7.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options for chronic pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7_whyisitimportanttost"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/#i2607.ursachen-n7.whyisitimportanttost">Why is it important to stay active despite chronic pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7_canfearhurttoo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/#i2607.ursachen-n7.canfearhurttoo">Can fear hurt too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2607_ursachen-n7_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2607.ursachen-n7/#i2607.ursachen-n7.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/">Overview: Hearing loss and deafness in children</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 15, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2609" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609/#i2609.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6/">Hearing loss and deafness in children: Learn More – Hearing tests in newborns</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 15, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6_whathappensifanewbor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6.whathappensifanewbor">What happens if a newborn has a hearing problem?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6_howarehearingimpairm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6.howarehearingimpairm">How are hearing impairments diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6_whatareotoacousticem"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6.whatareotoacousticem">What are “otoacoustic emissions” and how are they measured?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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newborns: Are there advantages?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 15, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej_researchontheoutcome"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej.researchontheoutcome">Research on the outcomes of hearing screening programs for newborn babies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej_researchonscreeninga"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej.researchonscreeninga">Research on screening and early treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej_theoutcomesofscreeni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej.theoutcomesofscreeni">The outcomes of screening programs and early treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej_howimportantisearlyd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej.howimportantisearlyd">How important is early diagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2609_frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej/#i2609.frueherkennung-h6-qsjn-pzej.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/">Overview: Osteoporosis and bone fractures</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 26, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2610" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610/#i2610.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/">Osteoporosis and bone fractures: Learn More – What are the pros and cons of medication to prevent bone fractures?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 26, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_howwelldobisphosphon"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.howwelldobisphosphon">How well do bisphosphonates prevent bone fractures?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_howarebisphosphonate"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.howarebisphosphonate">How are bisphosphonates used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects of bisphosphonates?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_arethereanyserioussi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.arethereanyserioussi">Are there any serious side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_whatexaminationsared"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.whatexaminationsared">What examinations are done before starting treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_whataboutothermedica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.whataboutothermedica">What about other medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_shouldyouusemedicati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.shouldyouusemedicati">Should you use medication for prevention?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_behandlung-lt_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.behandlung-lt/#i2610.behandlung-lt.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/">Osteoporosis and bone fractures: Learn More – Strengthening bones and preventing falls</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 26, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_howdoesexercisestren"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.howdoesexercisestren">How does exercise strengthen the bones?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_whyisitimportanttoge"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.whyisitimportanttoge">Why is it important to get enough calcium in your diet?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_whatdoesthesunhaveto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.whatdoesthesunhaveto">What does the sun have to do with vitamin D?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_whobenefitsfromdieta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.whobenefitsfromdieta">Who benefits from dietary supplements with calcium and vitamin D?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_whycantoomuchalcohol"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.whycantoomuchalcohol">Why can too much alcohol be a problem?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_doesquittingsmokingh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.doesquittingsmokingh">Does quitting smoking help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_howcanyoupreventfall"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.howcanyoupreventfall">How can you prevent falls?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2610_vorbeugung-j2_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2610.vorbeugung-j2/#i2610.vorbeugung-j2.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617/">Overview: Insect venom allergies</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2617" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617/#i2617.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617/#i2617.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617/#i2617.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617/#i2617.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617/#i2617.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617/#i2617.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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treatment</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7_howshouldinsectsting"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.behandlung-h7/#i2617.behandlung-h7.howshouldinsectsting">How should insect stings be handled?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7_howcaninsectvenomall"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.behandlung-h7/#i2617.behandlung-h7.howcaninsectvenomall">How can insect venom allergies be treated in the long-term?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7_whoisthistreatmentsu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.behandlung-h7/#i2617.behandlung-h7.whoisthistreatmentsu">Who is this treatment suitable for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7_whatdoesallergenspec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.behandlung-h7/#i2617.behandlung-h7.whatdoesallergenspec">What does allergen-specific immunotherapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7_howeffectiveisimmuno"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.behandlung-h7/#i2617.behandlung-h7.howeffectiveisimmuno">How effective is immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.behandlung-h7/#i2617.behandlung-h7.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of allergen-specific immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_behandlung-h7_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.behandlung-h7/#i2617.behandlung-h7.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/">Insect venom allergies: Learn More – Anaphylactic reactions (anaphylaxis) after insect bites</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_whatarethesignsofana"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.whatarethesignsofana">What are the signs of an anaphylactic reaction?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_whatcantriggeranaphy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.whatcantriggeranaphy">What can trigger anaphylaxis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_howshouldanaphylacti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.howshouldanaphylacti">How should anaphylactic reactions be handled?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_whatifnopulsecanbefe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.whatifnopulsecanbefe">What if no pulse can be felt?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_howareanaphylacticre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.howareanaphylacticre">How are anaphylactic reactions treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_whatdoemergencykitsh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.whatdoemergencykitsh">What do emergency kits have in them?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_whocanbegivenanemerg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.whocanbegivenanemerg">Who can be given an emergency kit?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2617_symptome-z3_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2617.symptome-z3/#i2617.symptome-z3.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/">Overview: Non-melanoma skin cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 19, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2618" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618/#i2618.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_behandlung-eg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.behandlung-eg/">Non-melanoma skin cancer: Learn More – What are the treatment options for non-melanoma skin cancer?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 19, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2618_behandlung-eg" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_behandlung-eg_whatarethesurgicalop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.behandlung-eg/#i2618.behandlung-eg.whatarethesurgicalop">What are the surgical options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_behandlung-eg_whenisradiotherapyco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.behandlung-eg/#i2618.behandlung-eg.whenisradiotherapyco">When is radiotherapy considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_behandlung-eg_whatarethemedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.behandlung-eg/#i2618.behandlung-eg.whatarethemedication">What are the medication options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_behandlung-eg_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.behandlung-eg/#i2618.behandlung-eg.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_symptome-ju"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.symptome-ju/">Non-melanoma skin cancer: Learn More – Detecting non-melanoma skin cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 19, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2618_symptome-ju" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_symptome-ju_whatdoesbasalcellcar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.symptome-ju/#i2618.symptome-ju.whatdoesbasalcellcar">What does basal cell carcinoma look like and where might it arise?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_symptome-ju_whatdoessquamouscell"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.symptome-ju/#i2618.symptome-ju.whatdoessquamouscell">What does squamous cell carcinoma look like?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_symptome-ju_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.symptome-ju/#i2618.symptome-ju.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/">Non-melanoma skin cancer: Learn More – What increases your risk of non-melanoma skin cancer?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 19, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_whydoestheplacewhere"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.whydoestheplacewhere">Why does the place where you live play a role?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_beingsensibleinthesu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.beingsensibleinthesu">Being sensible in the sun</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_cantanningbedscauses"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.cantanningbedscauses">Can tanning beds cause skin cancer too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_whattypesofskinaremo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.whattypesofskinaremo">What types of skin are more prone to damage from UV radiation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_whatothercausesandri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.whatothercausesandri">What other causes and risk factors are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_howgreatisyourriskif"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.howgreatisyourriskif">How great is your risk if you have already had skin cancer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b/#i2618.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-7b.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_verlauf-dm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.verlauf-dm/">Non-melanoma skin cancer: Learn More – The course of non-melanoma skin cancer</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 19, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2618_verlauf-dm" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_verlauf-dm_basalcellcarcinoma"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.verlauf-dm/#i2618.verlauf-dm.basalcellcarcinoma">Basal cell carcinoma</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_verlauf-dm_squamouscellcarcinom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.verlauf-dm/#i2618.verlauf-dm.squamouscellcarcinom">Squamous cell carcinoma</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_verlauf-dm_precancerousconditio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.verlauf-dm/#i2618.verlauf-dm.precancerousconditio">Pre-cancerous conditions: Actinic keratosis and Bowen’s disease</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_verlauf-dm_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.verlauf-dm/#i2618.verlauf-dm.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_vorbeugung-b4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.vorbeugung-b4/">Non-melanoma skin cancer: Learn More – How can you protect yourself from UV light?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 19, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2618_vorbeugung-b4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_vorbeugung-b4_howmuchprotectiondos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.vorbeugung-b4/#i2618.vorbeugung-b4.howmuchprotectiondos">How much protection do shade and clothing provide?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_vorbeugung-b4_howeffectiveissunscr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.vorbeugung-b4/#i2618.vorbeugung-b4.howeffectiveissunscr">How effective is sunscreen?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_vorbeugung-b4_whydosomanypeoplegoo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.vorbeugung-b4/#i2618.vorbeugung-b4.whydosomanypeoplegoo">Why do so many people go out in the sun without protection?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2618_vorbeugung-b4_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2618.vorbeugung-b4/#i2618.vorbeugung-b4.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2620"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2620/">In brief: How much sun is too much?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2620" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2620_whatistheuvindex"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2620/#i2620.whatistheuvindex">What is the UV Index?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2620_howmuchuvradiationca"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2620/#i2620.howmuchuvradiationca">How much UV radiation can your skin handle?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2620_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2620/#i2620.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/">Overview: Uterine fibroids</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 10, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2622" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622/#i2622.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-ew"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-ew/">Uterine fibroids: Learn More – Is fibroid surgery a good idea?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 10, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-ew" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-ew_myomectomysurgicalre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-ew/#i2622.behandlung-ew.myomectomysurgicalre">Myomectomy (surgical removal of fibroids)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-ew_hysterectomysurgical"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-ew/#i2622.behandlung-ew.hysterectomysurgical">Hysterectomy (surgical removal of the womb)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-ew_comparingmyomectomya"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-ew/#i2622.behandlung-ew.comparingmyomectomya">Comparing myomectomy and hysterectomy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-ew_makingadecision"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-ew/#i2622.behandlung-ew.makingadecision">Making a decision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-ew_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-ew/#i2622.behandlung-ew.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-so"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-so/">Uterine fibroids: Learn More – When is treatment with hormones considered?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 10, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-so" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-so_gnrhanaloguesagonist"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-so/#i2622.behandlung-so.gnrhanaloguesagonist">GnRH analogues (agonists)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-so_hormonalintrauterine"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-so/#i2622.behandlung-so.hormonalintrauterine">Hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-so_birthcontrolpillspro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-so/#i2622.behandlung-so.birthcontrolpillspro">Birth control pills: Progestin-only pills and combination pills</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-so_ulipristalacetate"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-so/#i2622.behandlung-so.ulipristalacetate">Ulipristal acetate</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-so_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-so/#i2622.behandlung-so.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/">Uterine fibroids: Learn More – What are the pros and cons of uterine artery embolization?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 10, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6_whatdoesuterinearter"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/#i2622.behandlung-x6.whatdoesuterinearter">What does uterine artery embolization involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6_howeffectiveisuterin1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/#i2622.behandlung-x6.howeffectiveisuterin1">How effective is uterine artery embolization?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6_whenisuterinearterye"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/#i2622.behandlung-x6.whenisuterinearterye">When is uterine artery embolization not suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/#i2622.behandlung-x6.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6_doesthetreatmentaffe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/#i2622.behandlung-x6.doesthetreatmentaffe">Does the treatment affect fertility?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6_howeffectiveisuterin2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/#i2622.behandlung-x6.howeffectiveisuterin2">How effective is uterine artery embolization compared to other procedures?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_behandlung-x6_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.behandlung-x6/#i2622.behandlung-x6.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_lebenundalltag-dv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.lebenundalltag-dv/">Uterine fibroids: Learn More – Living with fibroids</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 10, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2622_lebenundalltag-dv" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_lebenundalltag-dv_whenisitagoodideatos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.lebenundalltag-dv/#i2622.lebenundalltag-dv.whenisitagoodideatos">When is it a good idea to see a doctor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_lebenundalltag-dv_howdofibroidsymptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.lebenundalltag-dv/#i2622.lebenundalltag-dv.howdofibroidsymptoms">How do fibroid symptoms affect everyday activities and quality of life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_lebenundalltag-dv_whatcanyouexpectfrom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.lebenundalltag-dv/#i2622.lebenundalltag-dv.whatcanyouexpectfrom">What can you expect from treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_lebenundalltag-dv_findingyourownwaytoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.lebenundalltag-dv/#i2622.lebenundalltag-dv.findingyourownwaytoc">Finding your own way to cope</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2622_lebenundalltag-dv_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2622.lebenundalltag-dv/#i2622.lebenundalltag-dv.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/">Overview: Bunions</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 9, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2626" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626/#i2626.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626.behandlung-zy/">Bunions: Learn More – Bunion surgery</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 9, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy_whatdoesthesurgeryin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626.behandlung-zy/#i2626.behandlung-zy.whatdoesthesurgeryin">What does the surgery involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy_whathappensafterthes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626.behandlung-zy/#i2626.behandlung-zy.whathappensafterthes">What happens after the surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy_whatfactorsplayarole"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626.behandlung-zy/#i2626.behandlung-zy.whatfactorsplayarole">What factors play a role in the treatment decision?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy_howeffectiveissurger"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626.behandlung-zy/#i2626.behandlung-zy.howeffectiveissurger">How effective is surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy_whatarethepossibleco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626.behandlung-zy/#i2626.behandlung-zy.whatarethepossibleco">What are the possible complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2626_behandlung-zy_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2626.behandlung-zy/#i2626.behandlung-zy.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/">In brief: What do ear examinations involve?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 22, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2627" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_whenareearexaminatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.whenareearexaminatio">When are ear examinations recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_howcanyoupreparefora"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.howcanyoupreparefora">How can you prepare for an ear examination?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_whathappensduringthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.whathappensduringthe">What happens during the examination?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_otoscopy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.otoscopy">Otoscopy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_whisperedandspokenvo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.whisperedandspokenvo">Whispered and spoken voice test</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_tuningforktest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.tuningforktest">Tuning fork test</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_audiometry"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.audiometry">Audiometry</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_tympanometry"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.tympanometry">Tympanometry</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_oaetests"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.oaetests">OAE tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_auditorybrainstemres"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.auditorybrainstemres">Auditory brainstem response (ABR)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2627_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2627/#i2627.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/">Overview: Impetigo</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 16, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2632" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632/#i2632.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_behandlung-y7-pray-geea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea/">Impetigo: Research summaries – Impetigo: What can make it go away faster?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 16, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2632_behandlung-y7-pray-geea" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_behandlung-y7-pray-geea_researchonhoweffecti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea/#i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea.researchonhoweffecti">Research on how effective the different treatments are</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_behandlung-y7-pray-geea_antibioticcreamsaree"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea/#i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea.antibioticcreamsaree">Antibiotic creams are effective in the treatment of impetigo</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_behandlung-y7-pray-geea_thebenefitofothertre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea/#i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea.thebenefitofothertre">The benefit of other treatments remains unclear</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2632_behandlung-y7-pray-geea_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea/#i2632.behandlung-y7-pray-geea.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/">Overview: Acute pancreatitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 25, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2634" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634/#i2634.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/">Acute pancreatitis: Learn More – How is acute pancreatitis treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 25, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_whatisthemostimporta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.whatisthemostimporta">What is the most important first step in treating pancreatitis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_relievingthepain"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.relievingthepain">Relieving the pain</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_whencanyoustarteatin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.whencanyoustarteatin">When can you start eating again?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_whenisafeedingtubene"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.whenisafeedingtubene">When is a feeding tube needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_canantibioticsorothe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.canantibioticsorothe">Can antibiotics or other medications prevent complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_howaregallstonestrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.howaregallstonestrea">How are gallstones treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_severecasesofpancrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.severecasesofpancrea">Severe cases of pancreatitis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_whathappensafterreco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.whathappensafterreco">What happens after recovery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2634_behandlung-py_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2634.behandlung-py/#i2634.behandlung-py.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/">Overview: Heart failure</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 28, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2635" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635/#i2635.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_diagnose-3g"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635.diagnose-3g/">Heart failure: Learn More – Types of heart failure</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 28, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2635_diagnose-3g" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_diagnose-3g_classificationbasedo1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635.diagnose-3g/#i2635.diagnose-3g.classificationbasedo1">Classification based on the heart’s pumping ability</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_diagnose-3g_classificationbasedo2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635.diagnose-3g/#i2635.diagnose-3g.classificationbasedo2">Classification based on course of the disease</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_diagnose-3g_classificationbasedo3"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635.diagnose-3g/#i2635.diagnose-3g.classificationbasedo3">Classification based on which side of the heart is affected</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2635_diagnose-3g_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2635.diagnose-3g/#i2635.diagnose-3g.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2636"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2636/">Overview: 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2636.behandlung-ii/">Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Learn More – Medication for post-traumatic stress disorder</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 31, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2636_behandlung-ii" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2636_behandlung-ii_whenareantidepressan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2636.behandlung-ii/#i2636.behandlung-ii.whenareantidepressan">When are antidepressants an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2636_behandlung-ii_whataboutsleepingpil"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2636.behandlung-ii/#i2636.behandlung-ii.whataboutsleepingpil">What about sleeping pills and sedatives?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2636_behandlung-ii_canptsdbepreventedwi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2636.behandlung-ii/#i2636.behandlung-ii.canptsdbepreventedwi">Can PTSD be 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642/#i2642.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642/#i2642.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642/#i2642.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/">Common colds: Learn More – Relief for a stuffy nose, cough and sore throat</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65_whenarepainkillershe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/#i2642.behandlung-65.whenarepainkillershe">When are painkillers helpful?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65_whatdoyouneedtowatch"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/#i2642.behandlung-65.whatdoyouneedtowatch">What do you need to watch for when using nasal sprays?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65_arevitaminsupplement"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/#i2642.behandlung-65.arevitaminsupplement">Are vitamin supplements a good idea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65_canherbalproductsand"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/#i2642.behandlung-65.canherbalproductsand">Can herbal products and honey help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65_doesinhalingsteamand"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/#i2642.behandlung-65.doesinhalingsteamand">Does inhaling steam and drinking a lot of fluids help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65_whendoesitmakesenset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/#i2642.behandlung-65.whendoesitmakesenset">When does it make sense to use antibiotics?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65/#i2642.behandlung-65.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc/">Common colds: Research summaries – Should you take antibiotics if you have a cold?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc_pooroutcomeforantibi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc/#i2642.behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc.pooroutcomeforantibi">Poor outcome for antibiotics used in simple common colds</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc/#i2642.behandlung-65-a6ws-lecc.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga/">Common colds: Research summaries – Does vitamin C prevent colds?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2642_vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga_studiesonvitaminc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga/#i2642.vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga.studiesonvitaminc">Studies on vitamin C</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga_researchresults"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga/#i2642.vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga.researchresults">Research results</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2642_vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2642.vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga/#i2642.vorbeugung-dh-z5kk-7sga.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/">Overview: Gout</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 28, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2644" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644/#i2644.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-6u/">Gout: Learn More – When is long-term treatment with medication suitable?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 28, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u_whenismedicationanop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-6u/#i2644.behandlung-6u.whenismedicationanop">When is medication an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u_whatmedicationoption"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-6u/#i2644.behandlung-6u.whatmedicationoption">What medication options are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u_howeffectivearetheme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-6u/#i2644.behandlung-6u.howeffectivearetheme">How effective are the medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u_whatshouldbeconsider"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-6u/#i2644.behandlung-6u.whatshouldbeconsider">What should be considered when taking the medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-6u/#i2644.behandlung-6u.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-6u_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-6u/#i2644.behandlung-6u.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/">Gout: Learn More – What can I do on my own to prevent gout attacks?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 28, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me_whatroledopurinespla"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/#i2644.behandlung-me.whatroledopurinespla">What role do purines play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me_whateffectdoyourweig"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/#i2644.behandlung-me.whateffectdoyourweig">What effect do your weight and diet have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me_doesavoidingalcoholh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/#i2644.behandlung-me.doesavoidingalcoholh">Does avoiding alcohol help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me_whatshouldiconsideri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/#i2644.behandlung-me.whatshouldiconsideri">What should I consider if I take medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me_candietarysupplement"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/#i2644.behandlung-me.candietarysupplement">Can dietary supplements help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me_whatifchangingyourdi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/#i2644.behandlung-me.whatifchangingyourdi">What if changing your diet isn’t enough?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-me_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-me/#i2644.behandlung-me.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-th"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-th/">Gout: Learn More – Acute gout attacks: Pain relief</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 28, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-th" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-th_nonsteroidalantiinfl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-th/#i2644.behandlung-th.nonsteroidalantiinfl">Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-th_steroidscorticostero"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-th/#i2644.behandlung-th.steroidscorticostero">Steroids (corticosteroids)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-th_colchicine"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-th/#i2644.behandlung-th.colchicine">Colchicine</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-th_comparingthemedicati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-th/#i2644.behandlung-th.comparingthemedicati">Comparing the medications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2644_behandlung-th_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2644.behandlung-th/#i2644.behandlung-th.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/">Overview: Tendon overuse injuries (tendinopathy)</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2653" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653/#i2653.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_behandlung-dr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653.behandlung-dr/">Tendon overuse injuries (tendinopathy): Learn More – How are tendon overuse injuries treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 29, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2653_behandlung-dr" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_behandlung-dr_firstrest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653.behandlung-dr/#i2653.behandlung-dr.firstrest">First rest...</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_behandlung-dr_thendoexercises"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653.behandlung-dr/#i2653.behandlung-dr.thendoexercises">...then do exercises</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_behandlung-dr_shorttermuseofpainki"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653.behandlung-dr/#i2653.behandlung-dr.shorttermuseofpainki">Short-term use of painkillers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_behandlung-dr_whatothertreatmentsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653.behandlung-dr/#i2653.behandlung-dr.whatothertreatmentsa">What other treatments are offered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2653_behandlung-dr_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2653.behandlung-dr/#i2653.behandlung-dr.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2660"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2660/">In brief: How do lungs work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 18, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2660" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2660_whathappenswhenyoubr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2660/#i2660.whathappenswhenyoubr">What happens when you breathe?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2660_howisoxygenabsorbed"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2660/#i2660.howisoxygenabsorbed">How is oxygen absorbed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2660_structureofthelowera"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2660/#i2660.structureofthelowera">Structure of the lower airways</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2660_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2660/#i2660.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/">Overview: Premature ejaculation</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2662" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662/#i2662.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-kp/">Premature ejaculation: Learn More – What can I do on my own?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp_startstoptechnique"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-kp/#i2662.behandlung-kp.startstoptechnique">Start-stop technique</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp_squeezetechnique"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-kp/#i2662.behandlung-kp.squeezetechnique">Squeeze technique</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp_pelvicfloorexercises"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-kp/#i2662.behandlung-kp.pelvicfloorexercises">Pelvic floor exercises</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp_howeffectivearethese"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-kp/#i2662.behandlung-kp.howeffectivearethese">How effective are these techniques?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp_whatelsecanitry"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-kp/#i2662.behandlung-kp.whatelsecanitry">What else can I try?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-kp_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-kp/#i2662.behandlung-kp.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-tj/">Premature ejaculation: Learn More – Does medication work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj_whichssrisareused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-tj/#i2662.behandlung-tj.whichssrisareused">Which SSRIs are used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj_howeffectivearessris"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-tj/#i2662.behandlung-tj.howeffectivearessris">How effective are SSRIs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-tj/#i2662.behandlung-tj.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-tj/#i2662.behandlung-tj.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages and disadvantages of the medications that are applied locally?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj_whatothermedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-tj/#i2662.behandlung-tj.whatothermedications">What other medications are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-tj_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-tj/#i2662.behandlung-tj.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-ue"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-ue/">Premature ejaculation: Learn More – Can sex therapy help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-ue" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-ue_howcanprematureejacu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-ue/#i2662.behandlung-ue.howcanprematureejacu">How can premature ejaculation cause problems in a relationship?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-ue_whatarethegoalsofsex"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-ue/#i2662.behandlung-ue.whatarethegoalsofsex">What are the goals of sex therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-ue_whatdoessextherapyin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-ue/#i2662.behandlung-ue.whatdoessextherapyin">What does sex therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-ue_whatcanbeexpectedfro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-ue/#i2662.behandlung-ue.whatcanbeexpectedfro">What can be expected from sex therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2662_behandlung-ue_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2662.behandlung-ue/#i2662.behandlung-ue.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/">Overview: Wrist injuries</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2664" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_outlookandeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.outlookandeffects">Outlook and effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2664_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2664/#i2664.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2668"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2668/">In brief: What is an echocardiogram?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 5, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2668" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2668_whattypesofechocardi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2668/#i2668.whattypesofechocardi">What types of echocardiograms are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2668_whatcanechocardiogra"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2668/#i2668.whatcanechocardiogra">What can echocardiograms show us?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2668_howcanyoupreparefora"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2668/#i2668.howcanyoupreparefora">How can you prepare for an echocardiogram?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2668_whatdoesanechocardio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2668/#i2668.whatdoesanechocardio">What does an echocardiogram involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2668_arethereanyrisksinvo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2668/#i2668.arethereanyrisksinvo">Are there any risks involved?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2668_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2668/#i2668.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/">Overview: Dust mite allergies</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 17, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2669" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669/#i2669.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/">Dust mite allergies: Learn More – Allergen-specific immunotherapy (desensitization) in the treatment of dust mite allergies</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 17, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_howdoesimmunotherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.howdoesimmunotherapy">How does immunotherapy work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_whichallergiescanbet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.whichallergiescanbet">Which allergies can be treated using allergen-specific immunotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_whatdoesthetreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.whatdoesthetreatment">What does the treatment involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_canallergenspecifici"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.canallergenspecifici">Can allergen-specific immunotherapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_howlikelyaredangerou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.howlikelyaredangerou">How likely are dangerous reactions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_whichismosteffective"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.whichismosteffective">Which is most effective: Injections, drops or tablets?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-6o_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-6o/#i2669.behandlung-6o.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-n7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-n7/">Dust mite allergies: Learn More – What can relieve allergic rhinitis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 17, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-n7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-n7_whatmedicationsareav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-n7/#i2669.behandlung-n7.whatmedicationsareav">What medications are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-n7_dosomemedicationswor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-n7/#i2669.behandlung-n7.dosomemedicationswor">Do some medications work better than others?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2669_behandlung-n7_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2669.behandlung-n7/#i2669.behandlung-n7.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/">Overview: Styes and chalazia (inflammation of the eyelid)</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2670" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670/#i2670.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_behandlung-j2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670.behandlung-j2/">Styes and chalazia (inflammation of the eyelid): Learn More – What can you do if you have a stye or a chalazion?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 2, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2670_behandlung-j2" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_behandlung-j2_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670.behandlung-j2/#i2670.behandlung-j2.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options for styes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_behandlung-j2_whatcanyoudoifyouhav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670.behandlung-j2/#i2670.behandlung-j2.whatcanyoudoifyouhav">What can you do if you have a chalazion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2670_behandlung-j2_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2670.behandlung-j2/#i2670.behandlung-j2.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/">Overview: Nail fungus</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 2, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2672" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672/#i2672.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/">Nail fungus: Learn More – Nail fungus: Polish, cream or tablets?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 2, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_whattopicalexternalt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.whattopicalexternalt">What topical (external) treatments are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_howeffectivearetopic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.howeffectivearetopic">How effective are topical treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_whatoralmedicationsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.whatoralmedicationsa">What oral medications are available?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_howeffectivearetable"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.howeffectivearetable">How effective are tablets in treating nail fungus?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_whatsideeffectsanddr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.whatsideeffectsanddr">What side effects and drug-drug interactions do the tablets have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_whatcanbeexpectedofp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.whatcanbeexpectedofp">What can be expected of products such as tea tree oil?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_whenarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.whenarethedifferentt">When are the different treatments considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_whichtreatmentisrigh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.whichtreatmentisrigh">Which treatment is right for me?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2672_behandlung-tl_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2672.behandlung-tl/#i2672.behandlung-tl.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674/">Overview: Kidney stones</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 1, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2674" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674/#i2674.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674/#i2674.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674/#i2674.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674/#i2674.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674/#i2674.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674/#i2674.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_effects"><a class="toc-item" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.behandlung-6n/">Kidney stones: Learn More – Treatment options for kidney stones</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 1, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2674_behandlung-6n" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_behandlung-6n_ismedicationeffectiv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.behandlung-6n/#i2674.behandlung-6n.ismedicationeffectiv">Is medication effective for treating kidney stones?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_behandlung-6n_howarekidneystonesre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.behandlung-6n/#i2674.behandlung-6n.howarekidneystonesre">How are kidney stones removed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_behandlung-6n_howdotheadvantagesan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.behandlung-6n/#i2674.behandlung-6n.howdotheadvantagesan">How do the advantages and disadvantages of the different treatments compare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_behandlung-6n_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.behandlung-6n/#i2674.behandlung-6n.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.vorbeugung-76/">Kidney stones: Learn More – Preventing kidney stones</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 1, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76_doesdrinkingalotofwa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.vorbeugung-76/#i2674.vorbeugung-76.doesdrinkingalotofwa">Does drinking a lot of water help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76_isavoidingsoftdrinks"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.vorbeugung-76/#i2674.vorbeugung-76.isavoidingsoftdrinks">Is avoiding soft drinks a good idea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76_ischangingyourdietag"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.vorbeugung-76/#i2674.vorbeugung-76.ischangingyourdietag">Is changing your diet a good idea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76_whenaremedicationsus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.vorbeugung-76/#i2674.vorbeugung-76.whenaremedicationsus">When are medications used to prevent kidney stones?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76_howeffectivearetheme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.vorbeugung-76/#i2674.vorbeugung-76.howeffectivearetheme">How effective are the medications used for prevention?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2674_vorbeugung-76_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2674.vorbeugung-76/#i2674.vorbeugung-76.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/">Overview: Athlete's foot</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 2, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2675" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675/#i2675.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/">Athlete's foot: Learn More – What helps to get rid of athlete's foot?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 2, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc_whatmedicationsareav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/#i2675.behandlung-mc.whatmedicationsareav">What medications are available for athlete's foot?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc_howarethetreatmentsu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/#i2675.behandlung-mc.howarethetreatmentsu">How are the treatments used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc_howeffectivearethese"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/#i2675.behandlung-mc.howeffectivearethese">How effective are these athlete's foot treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc_whenaretabletsconsid"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/#i2675.behandlung-mc.whenaretabletsconsid">When are tablets considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc_whatdisadvantagesdot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/#i2675.behandlung-mc.whatdisadvantagesdot">What disadvantages do the tablets have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc_canhomeremediessucha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/#i2675.behandlung-mc.canhomeremediessucha">Can home remedies such as foot baths help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2675_behandlung-mc_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2675.behandlung-mc/#i2675.behandlung-mc.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/">Overview: Ankle sprains</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 24, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2676" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676/#i2676.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.behandlung-tu/">Ankle sprains: Learn More – What are the treatment options for ankle sprains?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 24, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu_anklesprainwhatcanyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.behandlung-tu/#i2676.behandlung-tu.anklesprainwhatcanyo">Ankle sprain: What can you do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu_whencanyouputweighto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.behandlung-tu/#i2676.behandlung-tu.whencanyouputweighto">When can you put weight on your foot again?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu_doesphysicaltherapyh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.behandlung-tu/#i2676.behandlung-tu.doesphysicaltherapyh">Does physical therapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu_whathelpstorelieveth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.behandlung-tu/#i2676.behandlung-tu.whathelpstorelieveth">What helps to relieve the pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.behandlung-tu/#i2676.behandlung-tu.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages or disadvantages of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_behandlung-tu_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.behandlung-tu/#i2676.behandlung-tu.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_folgen-7u"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.folgen-7u/">Ankle sprains: Learn More – What helps against chronic ankle instability?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 24, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2676_folgen-7u" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_folgen-7u_whattreatmentoptions"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.folgen-7u/#i2676.folgen-7u.whattreatmentoptions">What treatment options are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_folgen-7u_howcanyougetfitagain"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.folgen-7u/#i2676.folgen-7u.howcanyougetfitagain">How can you get fit again after surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_folgen-7u_whichisbetterphysica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.folgen-7u/#i2676.folgen-7u.whichisbetterphysica">Which is better: physical therapy or surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2676_folgen-7u_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2676.folgen-7u/#i2676.folgen-7u.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/">Overview: Hemophilia</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 16, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2677" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677/#i2677.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677.behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7/">Hemophilia: Research summaries – Do people with severe hemophilia benefit from preventive treatment?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 16, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2677_behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7_treatmentofseverehem"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677.behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7/#i2677.behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7.treatmentofseverehem">Treatment of severe hemophilia</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7_possibleadvantagesof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677.behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7/#i2677.behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7.possibleadvantagesof">Possible advantages of preventive therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2677_behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2677.behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7/#i2677.behandlung-53-mbyd-bnp7.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/">Overview: Surgery</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2680" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_preparation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.preparation">Preparation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_thesurgicalprocedure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.thesurgicalprocedure">The surgical procedure</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_followupcare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.followupcare">Follow-up care</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680/#i2680.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/">Surgery: Learn More – Pain after surgery</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_whatisimportantbefor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.whatisimportantbefor">What is important before surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_howcanyoudescribethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.howcanyoudescribethe">How can you describe the pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_whatarethepaintreatm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.whatarethepaintreatm">What are the pain treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_whichmethodsareusedn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.whichmethodsareusedn">Which methods are used near the spine?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_howdoespatientcontro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.howdoespatientcontro">How does patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_whatsideeffectsdopai"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.whatsideeffectsdopai">What side effects do painkillers have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_canpainberelievedwit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.canpainberelievedwit">Can pain be relieved without medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_nachbehandlung-5w_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.nachbehandlung-5w/#i2680.nachbehandlung-5w.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h/">Surgery: Learn More – What can help relieve anxiety before surgery?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h_whatarethepossibleef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h.whatarethepossibleef">What are the possible effects of anxiety?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself to help relieve anxiety before surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h_howcandoctorsandothe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h.howcandoctorsandothe">How can doctors and other medical professionals help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h_dosedativeshelprelie"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h.dosedativeshelprelie">Do sedatives help relieve anxiety before surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h_whatifyousmokecigare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h.whatifyousmokecigare">What if you smoke cigarettes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw/">Surgery: Research summaries – Can quitting smoking before surgery prevent complications?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw_fourweeksofnotsmokin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw.fourweeksofnotsmokin">Four weeks of not smoking can lower the risk of complications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw/#i2680.vorbereitung-3h-ncy5-jqlw.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-iy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-iy/">Surgery: Learn More – Before surgery: Getting information and making a decision</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-iy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-iy_whatcanhelprelievean"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-iy/#i2680.vorbereitung-iy.whatcanhelprelievean">What can help relieve anxiety before surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-iy_informationanddecisi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-iy/#i2680.vorbereitung-iy.informationanddecisi">Information and decision aids</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-iy_otherthingsthatmaybe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-iy/#i2680.vorbereitung-iy.otherthingsthatmaybe">Other things that may be important before surgery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-iy_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-iy/#i2680.vorbereitung-iy.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-p3"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-p3/">Surgery: Learn More – What helps children cope with anxiety before an operation?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 19, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-p3" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-p3_howcanparentshelpthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-p3/#i2680.vorbereitung-p3.howcanparentshelpthe">How can parents help their child before an operation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-p3_whatdohospitalsoffer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-p3/#i2680.vorbereitung-p3.whatdohospitalsoffer">What do hospitals offer?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2680_vorbereitung-p3_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2680.vorbereitung-p3/#i2680.vorbereitung-p3.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/">Overview: Pneumonia</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2681" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681/#i2681.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-pl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-pl/">Pneumonia: Learn More – What are the different types of pneumonia?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-pl" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-pl_communityacquiredand"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-pl/#i2681.behandlung-pl.communityacquiredand">Community-acquired and nosocomial pneumonia</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-pl_mildmoderateorsevere"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-pl/#i2681.behandlung-pl.mildmoderateorsevere">Mild, moderate or severe pneumonia</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-pl_howcanpneumoniabedes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-pl/#i2681.behandlung-pl.howcanpneumoniabedes">How can pneumonia be described more precisely?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-pl_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-pl/#i2681.behandlung-pl.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-sd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-sd/">Pneumonia: Learn More – What happens if I get pneumonia in the hospital?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-sd" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-sd_whyisthereagreaterri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-sd/#i2681.behandlung-sd.whyisthereagreaterri">Why is there a greater risk of complications in a hospital?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-sd_whichbacteriaplayaro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-sd/#i2681.behandlung-sd.whichbacteriaplayaro">Which bacteria play a role?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-sd_whichantibioticsaren"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-sd/#i2681.behandlung-sd.whichantibioticsaren">Which antibiotics are needed to treat hospital-acquired pneumonia?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-sd_whatcanpreventpneumo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-sd/#i2681.behandlung-sd.whatcanpreventpneumo">What can prevent pneumonia?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_behandlung-sd_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.behandlung-sd/#i2681.behandlung-sd.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-sk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-sk/">Pneumonia: Learn More – Pneumonia in older people: What you should know</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-sk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-sk_whatarethesignsofpne"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-sk/#i2681.symptome-sk.whatarethesignsofpne">What are the signs of pneumonia in older people?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-sk_howispneumoniatreate"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-sk/#i2681.symptome-sk.howispneumoniatreate">How is pneumonia treated in older people?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-sk_howcanpneumoniabepre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-sk/#i2681.symptome-sk.howcanpneumoniabepre">How can pneumonia be prevented in older people?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-sk_whathappenswhenpeopl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-sk/#i2681.symptome-sk.whathappenswhenpeopl">What happens when people develop pneumonia very late in life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-sk_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-sk/#i2681.symptome-sk.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-xk/">Pneumonia: Learn More – Pneumonia in children: What you should know</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 18, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk_howcanitellifmychild"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-xk/#i2681.symptome-xk.howcanitellifmychild">How can I tell if my child has pneumonia?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk_whatarethetypicalcau"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-xk/#i2681.symptome-xk.whatarethetypicalcau">What are the typical causes in children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk_whenispneumoniaconsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-xk/#i2681.symptome-xk.whenispneumoniaconsi">When is pneumonia considered to be severe?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk_whatdoyouneedtoknowa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-xk/#i2681.symptome-xk.whatdoyouneedtoknowa">What do you need to know about treatment with antibiotics?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk_whichvaccinationsare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-xk/#i2681.symptome-xk.whichvaccinationsare">Which vaccinations are advisable for children?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2681_symptome-xk_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2681.symptome-xk/#i2681.symptome-xk.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/">Overview: Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2683" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683/#i2683.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_behandlung-mo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683.behandlung-mo/">Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Learn More – Treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 27, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2683_behandlung-mo" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_behandlung-mo_whatdoescognitivebeh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683.behandlung-mo/#i2683.behandlung-mo.whatdoescognitivebeh">What does cognitive behavioral therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_behandlung-mo_whatcaniexpectfromco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683.behandlung-mo/#i2683.behandlung-mo.whatcaniexpectfromco">What can I expect from cognitive behavioral therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_behandlung-mo_whichmedicationscanh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683.behandlung-mo/#i2683.behandlung-mo.whichmedicationscanh">Which medications can help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_behandlung-mo_whichismoreeffective"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683.behandlung-mo/#i2683.behandlung-mo.whichismoreeffective">Which is more effective: Cognitive behavioral therapy or medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2683_behandlung-mo_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2683.behandlung-mo/#i2683.behandlung-mo.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/">Overview: Acute bronchitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 18, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2684" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684/#i2684.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/">Acute bronchitis: Learn More – Treating acute bronchitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 18, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_isitworthusingmedici"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.isitworthusingmedici">Is it worth using medicine to loosen and cough up phlegm (expectorants)?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_whatdocoughsuppressa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.whatdocoughsuppressa">What do cough suppressants (antitussives) do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_howeffectiveareherba"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.howeffectiveareherba">How effective are herbal products?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_dobronchodilatorswor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.dobronchodilatorswor">Do bronchodilators work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_whichmedicationscanh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.whichmedicationscanh">Which medications can help relieve other symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_whatelsecanyoudo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.whatelsecanyoudo">What else can you do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_whyarentantibioticsr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.whyarentantibioticsr">Why aren’t antibiotics recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2684_behandlung-re_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2684.behandlung-re/#i2684.behandlung-re.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/">Overview: Pregnancy</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_signsofpregnancy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.signsofpregnancy">Signs of pregnancy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_screening"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.screening">Screening</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_prenataldiagnostics"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.prenataldiagnostics">Prenatal diagnostics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_pregnancyrelatedprob"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.pregnancyrelatedprob">Pregnancy-related problems</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_illnesses"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.illnesses">Illnesses</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_unplannedpregnancy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.unplannedpregnancy">Unplanned pregnancy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686/#i2686.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_baby-km"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.baby-km/">Birth: Learn More – Reflux in babies</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 22, 2018.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_baby-km" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_baby-km_whatcausesreflux"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.baby-km/#i2686.baby-km.whatcausesreflux">What causes reflux?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_baby-km_whenisrefluxnormal"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.baby-km/#i2686.baby-km.whenisrefluxnormal">When is reflux normal?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_baby-km_whendoyouneedtoseead"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.baby-km/#i2686.baby-km.whendoyouneedtoseead">When do you need to see a doctor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_baby-km_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.baby-km/#i2686.baby-km.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/">Pregnancy: Learn More – What helps reduce nausea in pregnancy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd_whenisnauseamostcomm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/#i2686.beschwerden-sd.whenisnauseamostcomm">When is nausea most common?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd_whichmedicationfreet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/#i2686.beschwerden-sd.whichmedicationfreet">Which medication-free treatments can help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd_howeffectivearetheme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/#i2686.beschwerden-sd.howeffectivearetheme">How effective are the medications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd_howeffectiveareherba"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/#i2686.beschwerden-sd.howeffectiveareherba">How effective are herbal products like ginger?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd_howsafearemedication"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/#i2686.beschwerden-sd.howsafearemedication">How safe are medications and herbal products?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd_howwelldoalternative"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/#i2686.beschwerden-sd.howwelldoalternative">How well do "alternative" treatments work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_beschwerden-sd_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.beschwerden-sd/#i2686.beschwerden-sd.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/">Birth: Learn More – Epidurals and other medications to relieve labor pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_whatisanepidural"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.whatisanepidural">What is an epidural?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_howisanepiduralgiven"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.howisanepiduralgiven">How is an epidural given?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_howeffectiveareepidu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.howeffectiveareepidu">How effective are epidurals?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of epidurals?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_howdoestheepiduralaf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.howdoestheepiduralaf">How does the epidural affect the baby and birth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_canyoumovearoundifyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.canyoumovearoundifyo">Can you move around if you have an epidural?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_whatotherformsofregi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.whatotherformsofregi">What other forms of regional anesthesia are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_whatothermedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.whatothermedications">What other medications can be used to relieve labor pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-4u_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-4u/#i2686.geburt-4u.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/">Birth: Learn More – What can be done if a baby is likely to be born too early?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev_whatispretermbirth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/#i2686.geburt-ev.whatispretermbirth">What is preterm birth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev_whatarethepossibleca"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/#i2686.geburt-ev.whatarethepossibleca">What are the possible causes of preterm birth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev_howcanyoutellifyoure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/#i2686.geburt-ev.howcanyoutellifyoure">How can you tell if you’re in preterm labor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev_whatcanbedoneifyoure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/#i2686.geburt-ev.whatcanbedoneifyoure">What can be done if you're in preterm labor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev_whatwillhappenaftert"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/#i2686.geburt-ev.whatwillhappenaftert">What will happen after the birth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev_howwillthechilddevel"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/#i2686.geburt-ev.howwillthechilddevel">How will the child develop?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-ev_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-ev/#i2686.geburt-ev.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/">Birth: Learn More – When your baby’s due date has passed</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_howexactistheduedate"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.howexactistheduedate">How exact is the due date?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_whatcandelaythebirth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.whatcandelaythebirth">What can delay the birth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_isalongerpregnancyap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.isalongerpregnancyap">Is a longer pregnancy a problem?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_howcanyouseehowtheun"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.howcanyouseehowtheun">How can you see how the unborn baby is doing?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_whenislaborinduced"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.whenislaborinduced">When is labor induced?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_whatisthebenefitofin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.whatisthebenefitofin">What is the benefit of inducing labor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself to get labor started?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_howislaborinducedmed"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.howislaborinducedmed">How is labor induced medically?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_doesinducinglaborusi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.doesinducinglaborusi">Does inducing labor using hormones have side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_whatdoesinducedlabor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.whatdoesinducedlabor">What does induced labor feel like?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-wq_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-wq/#i2686.geburt-wq.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/">Birth: Learn More – Managing pain during childbirth</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_whatdoeslaborpainfee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.whatdoeslaborpainfee">What does labor pain feel like?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_howcanyoursupportper"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.howcanyoursupportper">How can your support person help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_howdomidwiveshelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.howdomidwiveshelp">How do midwives help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_movingandbreathinghe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.movingandbreathinghe">Moving and breathing help</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_arethereotheroptions"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.arethereotheroptions">Are there other options that don’t involve medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_whatmedicationsareef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.whatmedicationsareef">What medications are effective?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_lettingthebirthrunit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.lettingthebirthrunit">Letting the birth run its course</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_geburt-yy_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.geburt-yy/#i2686.geburt-yy.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/">Pregnancy: Learn More – Weight gain in pregnancy</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_howmuchweightgaindoe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.howmuchweightgaindoe">How much weight gain do experts recommend?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_canputtingontoomucho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.canputtingontoomucho">Can putting on too much or too little weight be harmful?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_isveryfastweightgain"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.isveryfastweightgain">Is very fast weight gain problematic?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_doesavoidingtoomuchw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.doesavoidingtoomuchw">Does avoiding too much weight gain have any advantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_whatisimportantfordi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.whatisimportantfordi">What is important for diet and exercise?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_howcanunderweightpre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.howcanunderweightpre">How can underweight pregnant women gain enough weight?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_doeswatchingyourweig"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.doeswatchingyourweig">Does watching your weight prevent stretch marks?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_whathelpstoloseweigh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.whathelpstoloseweigh">What helps to lose weight after having a baby?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_howdowomenfeelaboutt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.howdowomenfeelaboutt">How do women feel about their weight in pregnancy and afterwards?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_leben-km_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.leben-km/#i2686.leben-km.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/">Birth: Learn More – Why is a test offered for the detection of serious heart problems in newborns?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2017.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_whyisthistestoffered"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.whyisthistestoffered">Why is this test offered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_whatdoespulseoximetr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.whatdoespulseoximetr">What does pulse oximetry involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_howreliablyareseriou"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.howreliablyareseriou">How reliably are serious heart defects detected?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_doespulseoximetryhav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.doespulseoximetryhav">Does pulse oximetry have disadvantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_whereisthetestcarrie"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.whereisthetestcarrie">Where is the test carried out?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_whathappensifyoudeci"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.whathappensifyoudeci">What happens if you decide not to make use of the test?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_moreinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.moreinformation">More information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-75_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-75/#i2686.nachdergeburt-75.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/">After the baby is born: Learn More – Depression after childbirth – What can help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_whatarethesignsofpos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.whatarethesignsofpos">What are the signs of postnatal depression?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_whatsthedifferencebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.whatsthedifferencebe">What’s the difference between postnatal depression and “normal” depression?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_whatcancausepostnata"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.whatcancausepostnata">What can cause postnatal depression?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_ispostnataldepressio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.ispostnataldepressio">Is postnatal depression dangerous?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_canpostnataldepressi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.canpostnataldepressi">Can postnatal depression be prevented?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_cancounselingandpsyc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.cancounselingandpsyc">Can counseling and psychotherapy help with postnatal depression?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_canmedicationhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.canmedicationhelp">Can medication help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_canantidepressantsha"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.canantidepressantsha">Can antidepressants harm the child?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_arethereothertreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.arethereothertreatme">Are there other treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_wherecanwomenandfami"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.wherecanwomenandfami">Where can women and families find help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_nachdergeburt-kl_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.nachdergeburt-kl/#i2686.nachdergeburt-kl.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/">Pregnancy: Learn More – HIV test in pregnancy</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_whatishiv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.whatishiv">What is HIV?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_whyhaveyoubeenoffere"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.whyhaveyoubeenoffere">Why have you been offered an HIV test?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_howcanyouprotectyour"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.howcanyouprotectyour">How can you protect your child if you have HIV?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_isitpossibletogethiv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.isitpossibletogethiv">Is it possible to get HIV during pregnancy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_arethereanynegativec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.arethereanynegativec">Are there any negative consequences of HIV tests?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_whowillknowifyouhave"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.whowillknowifyouhave">Who will know if you have the test done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_canyouhaveatestdonea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.canyouhaveatestdonea">Can you have a test done anonymously?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_whatdohivtestsinvolv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.whatdohivtestsinvolv">What do HIV tests involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_howmuchdoesanhivtest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.howmuchdoesanhivtest">How much does an HIV test cost?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_wherecanifindmoreinf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.wherecanifindmoreinf">Where can I find more information?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-37_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-37/#i2686.vorsorge-37.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/">Pregnancy: Learn More – Ultrasound scans in pregnancy</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae_whichultrasoundscans"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/#i2686.vorsorge-ae.whichultrasoundscans">Which ultrasound scans are offered during pregnancy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae_whatisnotincludedins"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/#i2686.vorsorge-ae.whatisnotincludedins">What is not included in standard ultrasounds?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae_howreliablearetheres"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/#i2686.vorsorge-ae.howreliablearetheres">How reliable are the results of a standard ultrasound scan?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae_cananultrasoundscanb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/#i2686.vorsorge-ae.cananultrasoundscanb">Can an ultrasound scan be harmful?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae_isitpossibletooptout"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/#i2686.vorsorge-ae.isitpossibletooptout">Is it possible to opt out of having an ultrasound scan?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/#i2686.vorsorge-ae.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2686_vorsorge-ae_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2686.vorsorge-ae/#i2686.vorsorge-ae.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/">Overview: Vocal nodules</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2687" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2687_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2687/#i2687.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/">Overview: Falls in older people</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 3, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2689" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689/#i2689.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_vorbeugung-c4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689.vorbeugung-c4/">Falls in older people: Learn More – What older people can do to prevent falls</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 3, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2689_vorbeugung-c4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_vorbeugung-c4_canexerciseprogramsh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689.vorbeugung-c4/#i2689.vorbeugung-c4.canexerciseprogramsh">Can exercise programs help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_vorbeugung-c4_whichmedicationscani"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689.vorbeugung-c4/#i2689.vorbeugung-c4.whichmedicationscani">Which medications can increase the risk of falls?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_vorbeugung-c4_canvitamindpreventfa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689.vorbeugung-c4/#i2689.vorbeugung-c4.canvitamindpreventfa">Can vitamin D prevent falls?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_vorbeugung-c4_whatelsemighthelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689.vorbeugung-c4/#i2689.vorbeugung-c4.whatelsemighthelp">What else might help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2689_vorbeugung-c4_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2689.vorbeugung-c4/#i2689.vorbeugung-c4.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/">Overview: Ankle fractures</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 24, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2690" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690/#i2690.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv/">Ankle fractures: Research summaries – Ankle fractures: What can help get you back on your feet again?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 24, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2690_behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv_researchontheeffecti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv/#i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv.researchontheeffecti">Research on the effectiveness of rehabilitation interventions</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv_interventionsduringi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv/#i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv.interventionsduringi">Interventions during immobilization</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv_interventionsdoneaft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv/#i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv.interventionsdoneaft">Interventions done after the immobilization phase</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2690_behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv/#i2690.behandlung-do-4rpa-vrqv.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/">Overview: Small objects in the eye</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 4, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2695" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2695_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2695/#i2695.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/">Overview: Erysipelas and cellulitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 1, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2696" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696/#i2696.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn/">Erysipelas and cellulitis: Research summaries – Can antibiotics prevent erysipelas from coming back?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 1, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2696_vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn_researchonpreventive"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn/#i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn.researchonpreventive">Research on preventive treatment with penicillin</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn_antibioticslowerther"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn/#i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn.antibioticslowerther">Antibiotics lower the risk of further infections</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn_lowdosepenicillinisw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn/#i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn.lowdosepenicillinisw">Low-dose penicillin is well tolerated</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2696_vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn/#i2696.vorbeugung-ka-w5nu-eqmn.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/">Overview: Warts</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2697" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697/#i2697.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697.behandlung-xv/">Warts: Learn More – What are the treatment options for warts?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv_howeffectiveissalicy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697.behandlung-xv/#i2697.behandlung-xv.howeffectiveissalicy">How effective is salicylic acid in treating warts?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv_howeffectiveiscryoth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697.behandlung-xv/#i2697.behandlung-xv.howeffectiveiscryoth">How effective is cryotherapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv_howdosalicyclicacidt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697.behandlung-xv/#i2697.behandlung-xv.howdosalicyclicacidt">How do salicyclic acid treatment and cryotherapy compare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv_whataretheothertreat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697.behandlung-xv/#i2697.behandlung-xv.whataretheothertreat">What are the other treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv_canwartsbetalkedoff"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697.behandlung-xv/#i2697.behandlung-xv.canwartsbetalkedoff">Can warts be “talked” off?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2697_behandlung-xv_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2697.behandlung-xv/#i2697.behandlung-xv.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/">Overview: Health care in Germany</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2698" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_thestructureofthehea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.thestructureofthehea">The structure of the healthcare system</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_healthinsurance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.healthinsurance">Health insurance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_outpatienttreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.outpatienttreatment">Outpatient treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_inpatienttreatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.inpatienttreatment">Inpatient treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_pharmacies"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.pharmacies">Pharmacies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_incaseofemergency"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.incaseofemergency">In case of emergency</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_guidanceandsupport"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.guidanceandsupport">Guidance and support</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698/#i2698.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/">Health care in Germany: Learn More – The German healthcare system</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co_basicprinciplesofhea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/#i2698.einleitung-co.basicprinciplesofhea">Basic principles of health care</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co_abitofhistorythefive"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/#i2698.einleitung-co.abitofhistorythefive">A bit of history: The five branches of social welfare</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co_structureandinstitut"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/#i2698.einleitung-co.structureandinstitut">Structure and institutions of the healthcare system</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co_outpatientcare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/#i2698.einleitung-co.outpatientcare">Outpatient care</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co_inpatientcare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/#i2698.einleitung-co.inpatientcare">Inpatient care</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/#i2698.einleitung-co.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_einleitung-co_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.einleitung-co/#i2698.einleitung-co.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/">Health care in Germany: Learn More – Health insurance in Germany</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_whohaspublichealthin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.whohaspublichealthin">Who has public health insurance?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_howmuchdoespublichea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.howmuchdoespublichea">How much does public health insurance cost?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_whichinsurershouldyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.whichinsurershouldyo">Which insurer should you choose?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_standardbenefitsrege"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.standardbenefitsrege">Standard benefits (Regelleistungen): What is covered by public insurers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_whataboutadditionalb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.whataboutadditionalb">What about additional benefits or special optional tariffs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_canyouswitchinsurers"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.canyouswitchinsurers">Can you switch insurers?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_privatehealthinsuran"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.privatehealthinsuran">Private health insurance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_whataboutpeoplefromo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.whataboutpeoplefromo">What about people from other countries?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_howcanpeoplefromothe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.howcanpeoplefromothe">How can people from other countries apply for German public health insurance?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_insurance-a_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.insurance-a/#i2698.insurance-a.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/">Health care in Germany: Learn More – At the hospital</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_howcanyoufindasuitab"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.howcanyoufindasuitab">How can you find a suitable hospital?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_whopaysthetreatmentc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.whopaysthetreatmentc">Who pays the treatment costs and additional fees?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_whatdocumentsdoyoune"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.whatdocumentsdoyoune">What documents do you need to take with you?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_whathappenswhenyouar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.whathappenswhenyouar">What happens when you arrive at the ward?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_whathappensbeforesur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.whathappensbeforesur">What happens before surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_whataresocialservice"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.whataresocialservice">What are social services and pastoral care for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_whomanagesyourtreatm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.whomanagesyourtreatm">Who manages your treatment after you leave the hospital?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_klinik-hu_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.klinik-hu/#i2698.klinik-hu.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/">Health care in Germany: Learn More – At the doctor’s</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_howdoyoufindtheright"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.howdoyoufindtheright">How do you find the right doctor’s practice?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_whatelseisimportant"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.whatelseisimportant">What else is important?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_howcanyouprepare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.howcanyouprepare">How can you prepare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_whichdocumentsdoyouh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.whichdocumentsdoyouh">Which documents do you have to take along?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_whatsimportantduring"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.whatsimportantduring">What's important during the appointment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_whataboutscreeningpr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.whataboutscreeningpr">What about screening, prevention and vaccinations?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_whatareigelservices"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.whatareigelservices">What are “IGeL” services?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_wherecanyougetmedica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.wherecanyougetmedica">Where can you get medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_whataboutdentaltreat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.whataboutdentaltreat">What about dental treatment and check-ups?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_praxis-tu_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.praxis-tu/#i2698.praxis-tu.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/">Health care in Germany: Learn More – What are “Heilmittel” and “Hilfsmittel” in Germany?</a><div class="small">Created: December 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a_specialtherapieswhat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/#i2698.treatment-a.specialtherapieswhat">Special therapies: What exactly are “Heilmittel”?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a_whooffersthesetherap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/#i2698.treatment-a.whooffersthesetherap">Who offers these therapies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a_howcanyougetaheilmit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/#i2698.treatment-a.howcanyougetaheilmit">How can you get a “Heilmittel” treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a_medicalaidswhatexact"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/#i2698.treatment-a.medicalaidswhatexact">Medical aids: What exactly are “Hilfsmittel”?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a_howcanyougetahilfsmi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/#i2698.treatment-a.howcanyougetahilfsmi">How can you get a “Hilfsmittel” medical aid?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a_whopaysforhilfsmitte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/#i2698.treatment-a.whopaysforhilfsmitte">Who pays for “Hilfsmittel” medical aids?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-a_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-a/#i2698.treatment-a.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_structure-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.structure-a/">Health care in Germany: Learn More – Two institutes: IQWiG and IQTIG</a><div class="small">Created: December 18, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2698_structure-a" class="simple-list toc 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_structure-a_howareiqwigandiqtigf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.structure-a/#i2698.structure-a.howareiqwigandiqtigf">How are IQWiG and IQTIG funded?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_structure-a_howwereiqwigandiqtig"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.structure-a/#i2698.structure-a.howwereiqwigandiqtig">How were IQWiG and IQTIG founded and how are they organized?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_structure-a_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.structure-a/#i2698.structure-a.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/">Health care in Germany: Learn More – Electronic health records (ePA) and e-prescriptions in Germany</a><div class="small">Created: December 18, 2024.</div><ul 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.whohasaccesstoyourel">Who has access to your electronic health records?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b_howisyourdataprotect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.howisyourdataprotect">How is your data protected?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b_whataretherisksassoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.whataretherisksassoc">What are the risks associated with using the ePA?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b_whatareyourobjection"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.whatareyourobjection">What are your objection options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b_whatisaneprescriptio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.whatisaneprescriptio">What is an e-prescription?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b_howcanyouhandinanepr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.howcanyouhandinanepr">How can you hand in an e-prescription?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b_areeprescriptionssaf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.areeprescriptionssaf">Are e-prescriptions safe?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2698_treatment-b_gi-sources_16"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2698.treatment-b/#i2698.treatment-b.gi-sources.16">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2700"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2700/">Overview: Osteoarthritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 4, 2018.</div><ul 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class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2700_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2700/#i2700.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2700_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2700/#i2700.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2700_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2700/#i2700.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/">Overview: Wisdom teeth</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 5, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2701" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701/#i2701.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_behandlung-ab"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701.behandlung-ab/">Wisdom teeth: Learn More – Should you have your wisdom teeth removed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 5, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2701_behandlung-ab" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_behandlung-ab_whenisitagoodideatoh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701.behandlung-ab/#i2701.behandlung-ab.whenisitagoodideatoh">When is it a good idea to have your wisdom teeth pulled?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_behandlung-ab_whatarethepotentials"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701.behandlung-ab/#i2701.behandlung-ab.whatarethepotentials">What are the potential side effects of having wisdom teeth removed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_behandlung-ab_whatcanyoudoaboutpai"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701.behandlung-ab/#i2701.behandlung-ab.whatcanyoudoaboutpai">What can you do about pain during and after the operation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_behandlung-ab_whatcanidotohelpthew"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701.behandlung-ab/#i2701.behandlung-ab.whatcanidotohelpthew">What can I do to help the wound heal?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2701_behandlung-ab_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2701.behandlung-ab/#i2701.behandlung-ab.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/">Overview: Gingivitis and periodontitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 23, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2702" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702/#i2702.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/">Gingivitis and periodontitis: Learn More – How is periodontitis treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 23, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_whocoversthecostsoft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.whocoversthecostsoft">Who covers the costs of treatment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_howcanyouimproveyour"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.howcanyouimproveyour">How can you improve your oral hygiene?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_whatisdeepcleaningno"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.whatisdeepcleaningno">What is deep cleaning (non-surgical periodontal treatment)?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_whenareantibioticsco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.whenareantibioticsco">When are antibiotics considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_whatdoopensurgicalpr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.whatdoopensurgicalpr">What do open surgical procedures involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_whatdoesthefollowupc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.whatdoesthefollowupc">What does the follow-up care look like?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_whatcanhelpyoutocope"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.whatcanhelpyoutocope">What can help you to cope with periodontitis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_behandlung-xc_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.behandlung-xc/#i2702.behandlung-xc.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/">Gingivitis and periodontitis: Learn More – What are the advantages and disadvantages of professional teeth-cleaning?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 23, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt_whatdoesprofessional"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/#i2702.vorbeugung-pt.whatdoesprofessional">What does professional teeth cleaning involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt_doesitmakesensetohav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/#i2702.vorbeugung-pt.doesitmakesensetohav">Does it make sense to have professional teeth-cleaning to prevent tooth decay and gum disease?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt_whatroledoesprofessi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/#i2702.vorbeugung-pt.whatroledoesprofessi">What role does professional teeth-cleaning play in periodontitis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt_doesprofessionalteet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/#i2702.vorbeugung-pt.doesprofessionalteet">Does professional teeth-cleaning have other advantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt_couldprofessionaltee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/#i2702.vorbeugung-pt.couldprofessionaltee">Could professional teeth-cleaning have disadvantages too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt_howmuchdoesprofessio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/#i2702.vorbeugung-pt.howmuchdoesprofessio">How much does professional teeth-cleaning cost?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2702_vorbeugung-pt_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2702.vorbeugung-pt/#i2702.vorbeugung-pt.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/">Overview: Diarrhea</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 22, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2703" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703/#i2703.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/">Diarrhea: Learn More – Traveler's diarrhea</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 22, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_howcanyoupreventdiar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.howcanyoupreventdiar">How can you prevent diarrhea while traveling?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_canvaccinesofferprot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.canvaccinesofferprot">Can vaccines offer protection?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_whatkindsofbacteriac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.whatkindsofbacteriac">What kinds of bacteria can cause diarrhea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_whichparasitescaused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.whichparasitescaused">Which parasites cause diarrhea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_whichvirusescanleadt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.whichvirusescanleadt">Which viruses can lead to diarrhea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_whenismedicationreco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.whenismedicationreco">When is medication recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_whatcanyoudoaboutdia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.whatcanyoudoaboutdia">What can you do about diarrhea yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_whendoyouneedtoseead"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.whendoyouneedtoseead">When do you need to see a doctor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_wherecanyoufindrelia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.wherecanyoufindrelia">Where can you find reliable health information for overseas travel?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob/#i2703.ursachenundrisikofaktoren-ob.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_vorbeugung-hj"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.vorbeugung-hj/">Diarrhea: Learn More – Preventing stomach bugs (gastroenteritis)</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 23, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2703_vorbeugung-hj" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_vorbeugung-hj_whyisitsoimportantto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.vorbeugung-hj/#i2703.vorbeugung-hj.whyisitsoimportantto">Why is it so important to wash your hands?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_vorbeugung-hj_whatdoyouneedtoconsi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.vorbeugung-hj/#i2703.vorbeugung-hj.whatdoyouneedtoconsi">What do you need to consider when preparing food?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_vorbeugung-hj_whatvaccinesareavail"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.vorbeugung-hj/#i2703.vorbeugung-hj.whatvaccinesareavail">What vaccines are available for prevention?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2703_vorbeugung-hj_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2703.vorbeugung-hj/#i2703.vorbeugung-hj.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/">Overview: Pelvic organ prolapse</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2704" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704/#i2704.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/">Pelvic organ prolapse: Learn More – Surgery for pelvic organ prolapse</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc_whattypesofsurgeryar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/#i2704.behandlung-gc.whattypesofsurgeryar">What types of surgery are used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc_howeffectiveisvagina"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/#i2704.behandlung-gc.howeffectiveisvagina">How effective is vaginal wall repair surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc_howeffectiveissurger"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/#i2704.behandlung-gc.howeffectiveissurger">How effective is surgery for uterine prolapse?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/#i2704.behandlung-gc.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages and disadvantages of synthetic meshes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc_isahysterectomyremov"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/#i2704.behandlung-gc.isahysterectomyremov">Is a hysterectomy (removal of the womb) necessary?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc_asecondmedicalopinio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/#i2704.behandlung-gc.asecondmedicalopinio">A second medical opinion may help</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-gc_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-gc/#i2704.behandlung-gc.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-my/">Pelvic organ prolapse: Learn More – Pelvic floor exercises and vaginal pessaries</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my_whatarepelvicfloorex"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-my/#i2704.behandlung-my.whatarepelvicfloorex">What are pelvic floor exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my_howeffectivearepelvi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-my/#i2704.behandlung-my.howeffectivearepelvi">How effective are pelvic floor exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my_whatarevaginalpessar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-my/#i2704.behandlung-my.whatarevaginalpessar">What are vaginal pessaries?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my_howeffectivearepessa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-my/#i2704.behandlung-my.howeffectivearepessa">How effective are pessaries?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my_dopessarieshavedisad"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-my/#i2704.behandlung-my.dopessarieshavedisad">Do pessaries have disadvantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2704_behandlung-my_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2704.behandlung-my/#i2704.behandlung-my.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/">Overview: Chronic wounds</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 8, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2706" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706/#i2706.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/">Chronic wounds: Learn More – What are the treatment options for chronic wounds?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 8, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_cleaningthewound"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.cleaningthewound">Cleaning the wound</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_debridement"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.debridement">Debridement</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_wounddressings"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.wounddressings">Wound dressings</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_compressionstockings"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.compressionstockings">Compression stockings and compression bandages</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_antibiotics"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.antibiotics">Antibiotics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_hyperbaricoxygenther"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.hyperbaricoxygenther">Hyperbaric oxygen therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_negativepressurewoun"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.negativepressurewoun">Negative pressure wound therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_skingrafts"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.skingrafts">Skin grafts</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_ultrasoundandelectro"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.ultrasoundandelectro">Ultrasound and electromagnetic therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_whatarethepainmanage"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.whatarethepainmanage">What are the pain management options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko/#i2706.behandlung-ko.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f/">Chronic wounds: Research summaries – Negative pressure wound therapy</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 8, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f_negativepressurewoun1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f/#i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f.negativepressurewoun1">Negative pressure wound therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f_primaryandsecondaryw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f/#i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f.primaryandsecondaryw">Primary and secondary wound healing</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f_researchonnegativepr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f/#i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f.researchonnegativepr">Research on negative pressure wound therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f_possibleadvantagesof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f/#i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f.possibleadvantagesof">Possible advantages of negative pressure wound therapy</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2706_behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f/#i2706.behandlung-ko-i3ww-uw4f.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/">Overview: Generalized anxiety disorder</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 16, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2707" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707/#i2707.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707.behandlung-tt/">Generalized anxiety disorder: Learn More – Treatment options for generalized anxiety disorder</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 16, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707.behandlung-tt/#i2707.behandlung-tt.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt_whathappensinpsychol"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707.behandlung-tt/#i2707.behandlung-tt.whathappensinpsychol">What happens in psychological treatments?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt_whatkindsofmedicatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707.behandlung-tt/#i2707.behandlung-tt.whatkindsofmedicatio">What kinds of medications can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt_whatarethebenefitsof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707.behandlung-tt/#i2707.behandlung-tt.whatarethebenefitsof">What are the benefits of online programs for generalized anxiety disorder?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt_whichtreatmentismost"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707.behandlung-tt/#i2707.behandlung-tt.whichtreatmentismost">Which treatment is most suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2707_behandlung-tt_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2707.behandlung-tt/#i2707.behandlung-tt.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/">Overview: Carpal tunnel syndrome</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2708" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708/#i2708.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-23"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-23/">Carpal tunnel syndrome: Learn More – Wrist splints and hand exercises</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-23" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-23_whenarewristsplintsc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-23/#i2708.behandlung-23.whenarewristsplintsc">When are wrist splints considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-23_doesavoidingcertaint"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-23/#i2708.behandlung-23.doesavoidingcertaint">Does avoiding certain types of strain help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-23_howeffectivearehande"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-23/#i2708.behandlung-23.howeffectivearehande">How effective are hand exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-23_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-23/#i2708.behandlung-23.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-7f/">Carpal tunnel syndrome: Learn More – When is surgery considered or needed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-7f/#i2708.behandlung-7f.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f_howeffectiveissurger"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-7f/#i2708.behandlung-7f.howeffectiveissurger">How effective is surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f_whatcanyoudoifthesur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-7f/#i2708.behandlung-7f.whatcanyoudoifthesur">What can you do if the surgery doesn't help enough?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f_whatrisksareassociat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-7f/#i2708.behandlung-7f.whatrisksareassociat">What risks are associated with the surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f_thingstorememberafte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-7f/#i2708.behandlung-7f.thingstorememberafte">Things to remember after the surgery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-7f_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-7f/#i2708.behandlung-7f.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-y4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-y4/">Carpal tunnel syndrome: Learn More – How effective are steroids?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 17, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-y4" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-y4_howeffectivearestero1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-y4/#i2708.behandlung-y4.howeffectivearestero1">How effective are steroid injections?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-y4_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-y4/#i2708.behandlung-y4.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-y4_steroidinjectionsors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-y4/#i2708.behandlung-y4.steroidinjectionsors">Steroid injections or surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-y4_howeffectivearestero2"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-y4/#i2708.behandlung-y4.howeffectivearestero2">How effective are steroid tablets?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2708_behandlung-y4_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2708.behandlung-y4/#i2708.behandlung-y4.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/">Overview: Misaligned teeth and jaws</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2709" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709/#i2709.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-26/">Misaligned teeth and jaws: Learn More – Treatment with fixed braces</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26_howdofixedbraceswork"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-26/#i2709.behandlung-26.howdofixedbraceswork">How do fixed braces work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-26/#i2709.behandlung-26.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26_whatarethedisadvanta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-26/#i2709.behandlung-26.whatarethedisadvanta">What are the disadvantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26_whatelsecanbeused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-26/#i2709.behandlung-26.whatelsecanbeused">What else can be used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26_whatistheretentionph"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-26/#i2709.behandlung-26.whatistheretentionph">What is the retention phase?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-26_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-26/#i2709.behandlung-26.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/">Misaligned teeth and jaws: Learn More – Treatment with removable braces</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv_howdoremovablebraces"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/#i2709.behandlung-mv.howdoremovablebraces">How do removable braces work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv_whataretheadvantages"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/#i2709.behandlung-mv.whataretheadvantages">What are the advantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv_whatarethedisadvanta"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/#i2709.behandlung-mv.whatarethedisadvanta">What are the disadvantages?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv_whatarefunctionalort"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/#i2709.behandlung-mv.whatarefunctionalort">What are functional orthodontic appliances?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv_whatothertypesarethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/#i2709.behandlung-mv.whatothertypesarethe">What other types are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv_whatistheretentionph"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/#i2709.behandlung-mv.whatistheretentionph">What is the retention phase?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_behandlung-mv_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.behandlung-mv/#i2709.behandlung-mv.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_symptome-2h"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.symptome-2h/">Misaligned teeth and jaws: Learn More – What are misaligned teeth and jaws?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2709_symptome-2h" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_symptome-2h_whatdoesanormalsetof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.symptome-2h/#i2709.symptome-2h.whatdoesanormalsetof">What does a normal set of teeth look like?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_symptome-2h_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.symptome-2h/#i2709.symptome-2h.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of misaligned teeth and jaws?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_symptome-2h_whatisanoverbite"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.symptome-2h/#i2709.symptome-2h.whatisanoverbite">What is an overbite?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2709_symptome-2h_whatisanunderbite"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2709.symptome-2h/#i2709.symptome-2h.whatisanunderbite">What is an 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711/#i2711.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711/#i2711.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711/#i2711.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711/#i2711.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711/#i2711.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711/#i2711.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-cp/">Diverticular disease and diverticulitis: Learn More – Treating acute diverticulitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 28, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-cp" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-cp_howisuncomplicateddi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-cp/#i2711.behandlung-cp.howisuncomplicateddi">How is uncomplicated diverticulitis treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-cp_howiscomplicateddive"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-cp/#i2711.behandlung-cp.howiscomplicateddive">How is complicated diverticulitis treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-cp_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-cp/#i2711.behandlung-cp.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-ht/#i2711.behandlung-ht.whathappensduringthe">What happens during the surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-ht_whataretherisksofsur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-ht/#i2711.behandlung-ht.whataretherisksofsur">What are the risks of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-ht_surgeryduringperiton"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-ht/#i2711.behandlung-ht.surgeryduringperiton">Surgery during peritonitis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-ht_makingadecision"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2711.behandlung-ht/#i2711.behandlung-ht.makingadecision">Making a decision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2711_behandlung-ht_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2713.behandlung-vy/#i2713.behandlung-vy.howissubclinicalhypo">How is subclinical hypothyroidism diagnosed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2713_behandlung-vy_howdoessubclinicalhy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2713.behandlung-vy/#i2713.behandlung-vy.howdoessubclinicalhy">How does subclinical hypothyroidism develop over time?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2713_behandlung-vy_doestreatmenthaveben"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2713.behandlung-vy/#i2713.behandlung-vy.doestreatmenthaveben">Does treatment have benefits if your TSH levels are high?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2713_behandlung-vy_doesthyroxinetreatme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2713.behandlung-vy/#i2713.behandlung-vy.doesthyroxinetreatme">Does thyroxine treatment have side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2716.behandlung-yk/#i2716.behandlung-yk.whatdoesopensurgeryi">What does open surgery involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2716_behandlung-yk_whatdoesanendovascul"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2716.behandlung-yk/#i2716.behandlung-yk.whatdoesanendovascul">What does an endovascular procedure involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2716_behandlung-yk_whenisanendovascular"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2716.behandlung-yk/#i2716.behandlung-yk.whenisanendovascular">When is an endovascular procedure considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2716_behandlung-yk_whatarethepossibleco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2716.behandlung-yk/#i2716.behandlung-yk.whatarethepossibleco">What are the possible complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2716_behandlung-yk_howcommonarecomplica"><a class="toc-item" 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glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829/#i2829.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829/#i2829.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829/#i2829.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829/#i2829.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829/#i2829.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829/#i2829.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_prevention"><a class="toc-item" 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id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2829_folgen-nb" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_folgen-nb_whatincreasestherisk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829.folgen-nb/#i2829.folgen-nb.whatincreasestherisk">What increases the risk of long-lasting pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_folgen-nb_canpostherpeticneura"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829.folgen-nb/#i2829.folgen-nb.canpostherpeticneura">Can post-herpetic neuralgia be prevented?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_folgen-nb_howispostherpeticneu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829.folgen-nb/#i2829.folgen-nb.howispostherpeticneu">How is post-herpetic neuralgia treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2829_folgen-nb_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2829.folgen-nb/#i2829.folgen-nb.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2834"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2834/">In brief: How is diabetes diagnosed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 18, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2834" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2834_fastingbloodsugartes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2834/#i2834.fastingbloodsugartes">Fasting blood sugar test</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2834_hba1c"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2834/#i2834.hba1c">HbA1c</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2834_randomglucosetest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2834/#i2834.randomglucosetest">Random glucose test</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2834_glucosetolerancetest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2834/#i2834.glucosetolerancetest">Glucose tolerance test</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2834_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2834/#i2834.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2851"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2851/">In brief: Children and sun – Practical information for parents</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2851" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2851_howcanigetmychildtos"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2851/#i2851.howcanigetmychildtos">How can I get my child to stay in the shade?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2851_howcanyouencouragech"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2851/#i2851.howcanyouencouragech">How can you encourage children to keep their hats and clothes on?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2851_whatelseistheretokno"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2851/#i2851.whatelseistheretokno">What else is there to know?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2851_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2851/#i2851.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/">Overview: Gastritis</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 10, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2887" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887/#i2887.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/">Peptic ulcers: Research summaries – Preventing peptic ulcers</a><div class="small">Created: November 16, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_medicationtopreventu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.medicationtopreventu">Medication to prevent ulcers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_whenispreventivemedi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.whenispreventivemedi">When is preventive medication recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_researchontheprevent"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.researchontheprevent">Research on the prevention of peptic ulcers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_protonpumpinhibitors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.protonpumpinhibitors">Proton pump inhibitors lower the risk of peptic ulcers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_h2blockerseffectiven"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.h2blockerseffectiven">H2 blockers: Effectiveness depends on dose</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_misoprostoliseffecti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.misoprostoliseffecti">Misoprostol is effective, but side effects are more common</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_whichmedicationissui"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.whichmedicationissui">Which medication is suitable?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2887_folgen-ej-cujj-mu42_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42/#i2887.folgen-ej-cujj-mu42.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2888"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2888/">In brief: What happens during a gastroscopy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 25, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2888" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2888_whatneedstobedonetop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2888/#i2888.whatneedstobedonetop">What needs to be done to prepare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2888_whathappensduringthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2888/#i2888.whathappensduringthe">What happens during the examination?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2888_whatarethepossibleri"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2888/#i2888.whatarethepossibleri">What are the possible risks or complications of a gastroscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2888_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2888/#i2888.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2939"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2939/">In brief: What happens during a neurological examination?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2023.</div><ul 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14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2950" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950/#i2950.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/">Drug allergies: Learn More – Anaphylactic reactions (anaphylaxis) to drugs</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 14, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_whatarethesignsofana"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.whatarethesignsofana">What are the signs of an anaphylactic reaction?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_whatcantriggeranaphy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.whatcantriggeranaphy">What can trigger anaphylaxis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_howshouldanaphylacti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.howshouldanaphylacti">How should anaphylactic reactions be handled?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_whatifnopulsecanbefe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.whatifnopulsecanbefe">What if no pulse can be felt?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_howareanaphylacticre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.howareanaphylacticre">How are anaphylactic reactions treated?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_whatdoemergencykitsh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.whatdoemergencykitsh">What do emergency kits have in them?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_whocanbegivenanemerg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.whocanbegivenanemerg">Who can be given an emergency kit?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2950_symptome-ce_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2950.symptome-ce/#i2950.symptome-ce.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/">In brief: What kind of lung function tests are there and what do they involve?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 20, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2952" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_whenarelungfunctiont"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.whenarelungfunctiont">When are lung function tests needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_howcanyoupreparefort"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.howcanyoupreparefort">How can you prepare for the test?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_basiclungfunctiontes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.basiclungfunctiontes">Basic lung function test: Spirometry</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_wholebodylungfunctio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.wholebodylungfunctio">Whole-body lung function test: Plethysmography</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_additionallungfuncti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.additionallungfuncti">Additional lung function tests</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_whatispeakflowandhow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.whatispeakflowandhow">What is peak flow and how is it measured?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_whatisbloodgasanalys"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.whatisbloodgasanalys">What is blood gas analysis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2952_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2952/#i2952.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2953"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2953/">In brief: What happens in a sleep study?</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 1, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2953" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2953_whenaresleepstudiesc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2953/#i2953.whenaresleepstudiesc">When are sleep studies considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2953_howcanyoupreparefora"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2953/#i2953.howcanyoupreparefora">How can you prepare for a sleep study?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2953_whathappensduringthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2953/#i2953.whathappensduringthe">What happens during the sleep study?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2953_whathappensafterward"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2953/#i2953.whathappensafterward">What happens afterwards?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2953_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2953/#i2953.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/">In brief: What happens during cardiac catheterization?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 6, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2958" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_whatdifferenttypesof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.whatdifferenttypesof">What different types of cardiac catheterization are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_whatiscoronaryangiog"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.whatiscoronaryangiog">What is coronary angiography?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_whatelsecanbeexamine"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.whatelsecanbeexamine">What else can be examined using a catheter?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_wheniscardiaccathete"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.wheniscardiaccathete">When is cardiac catheterization used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_whatneedstobedonetop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.whatneedstobedonetop">What needs to be done to prepare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_whathappensduringthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.whathappensduringthe">What happens during the examination?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_whatrisksdoescardiac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.whatrisksdoescardiac">What risks does cardiac catheterization involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2958_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2958/#i2958.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2961"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2961/">In brief: What happens during a lumbar puncture (spinal tap)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2961" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2961_whenarelumbarpunctur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2961/#i2961.whenarelumbarpunctur">When are lumbar punctures performed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2961_whatpreparationsaren"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2961/#i2961.whatpreparationsaren">What preparations are needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2961_whatdoestheprocedure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2961/#i2961.whatdoestheprocedure">What does the procedure involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2961_whatcanlumbarpunctur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2961/#i2961.whatcanlumbarpunctur">What can lumbar punctures find out?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2961_whataretherisks"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2961/#i2961.whataretherisks">What are the risks?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2961_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2961/#i2961.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/">In brief: What does genetic testing involve?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2962" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_whatkindsofgeneticte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.whatkindsofgeneticte">What kinds of genetic tests are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_whatdoesthetestingin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.whatdoesthetestingin">What does the testing involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_whataretheeffectsofg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.whataretheeffectsofg">What are the effects of genetic mutations?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_whatisdnaanalysisuse"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.whatisdnaanalysisuse">What is DNA analysis used for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_howandwhenaregenetes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.howandwhenaregenetes">How and when are gene tests discussed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_whataretherisksofgen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.whataretherisksofgen">What are the risks of genetic testing?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.furtherinformation">Further information:</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2962_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2962/#i2962.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/">In brief: What kinds of eye examinations are there?</a><div class="small">Last Update: November 23, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2966" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_whatdogeneraleyeexam"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.whatdogeneraleyeexam">What do general eye examinations involve? </a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_howisvisualacuitymea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.howisvisualacuitymea">How is visual acuity measured?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_howelsecanyourvision"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.howelsecanyourvision">How else can your vision be tested?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_whatarevisualfieldte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.whatarevisualfieldte">What are visual field tests?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_whatareslitlampexami"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.whatareslitlampexami">What are slit-lamp examinations?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_whatisophthalmoscopy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.whatisophthalmoscopy">What is ophthalmoscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_howisintraocularpres"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.howisintraocularpres">How is intraocular pressure measured?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_furthereyeexaminatio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.furthereyeexaminatio">Further eye examinations</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2966_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2966/#i2966.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2967"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2967/">In brief: What kinds of allergy tests are there?</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 1, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2967" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2967_howareskintestsdone"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2967/#i2967.howareskintestsdone">How are skin tests done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2967_whatdobloodtestsdo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2967/#i2967.whatdobloodtestsdo">What do blood tests do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2967_howdoprovocationtest"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2967/#i2967.howdoprovocationtest">How do provocation tests work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2967_whatbasicthingsshoul"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2967/#i2967.whatbasicthingsshoul">What basic things should you know?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2967_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2967/#i2967.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2974"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2974/">In brief: Evidence-based medicine in Germany</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2974" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2974_newideasnewnetworks"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2974/#i2974.newideasnewnetworks">New ideas, new networks</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2974_evidencebasedhealthc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2974/#i2974.evidencebasedhealthc">Evidence-based health care</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2974_iqwigsrole"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2974/#i2974.iqwigsrole">IQWiG's role</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2974_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2974/#i2974.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2976"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2976/">In brief: Prevention, diagnosis, treatment: What is tested in evidence-based medicine?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2976" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2976_howcanyoutestprevent"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2976/#i2976.howcanyoutestprevent">How can you test preventive measures for a medical condition?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2976_howisthereliabilityo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2976/#i2976.howisthereliabilityo">How is the reliability of diagnostic methods assessed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2976_howarethebenefitsofa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2976/#i2976.howarethebenefitsofa">How are the benefits of a diagnostic method assessed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2976_isthisalsotrueforscr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2976/#i2976.isthisalsotrueforscr">Is this also true for screening tests?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2976_howaretreatmentsstud"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2976/#i2976.howaretreatmentsstud">How are treatments studied?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2976_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2976/#i2976.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/">In brief: What types of studies are there?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2977" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977_randomizedcontrolled"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/#i2977.randomizedcontrolled">Randomized controlled trials</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977_cohortstudies"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/#i2977.cohortstudies">Cohort studies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977_casecontrolstudies"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/#i2977.casecontrolstudies">Case-control studies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977_crosssectionalstudie"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/#i2977.crosssectionalstudie">Cross-sectional studies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977_qualitativestudies"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/#i2977.qualitativestudies">Qualitative studies</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977_howreliablearethedif"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/#i2977.howreliablearethedif">How reliable are the different types of studies?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2977_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2977/#i2977.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2978"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2978/">In brief: How is the quality of studies assessed?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2978" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2978_importantquestionsto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2978/#i2978.importantquestionsto">Important questions to ask when assessing the quality of a study:</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2978_inordertoassessthequ"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2978/#i2978.inordertoassessthequ">In order to assess the quality of RCTs, the following information is also needed:</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2978_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2978/#i2978.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2979"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2979/">In brief: What are systematic reviews and meta-analyses?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 8, 2016.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2979" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2979_howaresystematicrevi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2979/#i2979.howaresystematicrevi">How are systematic reviews performed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2979_whatisametaanalysis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2979/#i2979.whatisametaanalysis">What is a meta-analysis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2979_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2979/#i2979.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2980"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2980/">In brief: What are clinical practice guidelines?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2020.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2980" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2980_howareclinicalpracti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2980/#i2980.howareclinicalpracti">How are clinical practice guidelines developed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2980_howcanyourecognizego"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2980/#i2980.howcanyourecognizego">How can you recognize good clinical guidelines?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2980_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2980/#i2980.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2999"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2999/">In brief: Hospital quality assurance in Germany: The areas of care in 2014</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 1, 2016.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i2999" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i2999_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i2999/#i2999.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3004"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3004/">In brief: How does dialysis work?</a><div class="small">Created: March 8, 2018.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3004" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3004_whatisdiffusion"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3004/#i3004.whatisdiffusion">What is diffusion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3004_whateffectdoosmoticp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3004/#i3004.whateffectdoosmoticp">What effect do osmotic pressure and convection have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3004_howdoeshemodialysisw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3004/#i3004.howdoeshemodialysisw">How does hemodialysis work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3004_howdoesperitonealdia"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3004/#i3004.howdoesperitonealdia">How does peritoneal dialysis work?</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/">In brief: What is overdiagnosis?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 26, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3058" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_whatoverdiagnosisdoe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.whatoverdiagnosisdoe">What overdiagnosis doesn’t mean</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_howdoweknowthatoverd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.howdoweknowthatoverd">How do we know that overdiagnosis is an issue?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_whydoesoverdiagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.whydoesoverdiagnosis">Why does overdiagnosis occur?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_whataretheconsequenc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.whataretheconsequenc">What are the consequences of overdiagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_overdiagnosisanexamp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.overdiagnosisanexamp">Overdiagnosis: An example</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_whatotherkindsofscre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.whatotherkindsofscre">What other kinds of screening can lead to overdiagnosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_howcanoverdiagnosisb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.howcanoverdiagnosisb">How can overdiagnosis be avoided?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_makingadecision"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.makingadecision">Making a decision</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3058_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3058/#i3058.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/">In brief: Disease management program for type 1 diabetes in Germany</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 6, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3074" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074_individualtreatmentp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/#i3074.individualtreatmentp">Individual treatment plan</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074_patienteducationprog"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/#i3074.patienteducationprog">Patient education programs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074_medicalcheckups"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/#i3074.medicalcheckups">Medical check-ups</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074_adviceforsmokers"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/#i3074.adviceforsmokers">Advice for smokers</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074_reviewofmedications"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/#i3074.reviewofmedications">Review of medications</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074_thepreventionandtrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/#i3074.thepreventionandtrea">The prevention and treatment of accompanying diseases and long-term consequences</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3074_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3074/#i3074.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3077"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3077/">In brief: Using steroids correctly and avoiding side effects</a><div class="small">Last Update: August 24, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3077" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3077_topicalmedicationsap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3077/#i3077.topicalmedicationsap">Topical medications (applied to the skin)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3077_steroidinjections"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3077/#i3077.steroidinjections">Steroid injections</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3077_steroidsprays"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3077/#i3077.steroidsprays">Steroid sprays</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3077_oralsteroidstakenbym"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3077/#i3077.oralsteroidstakenbym">Oral steroids (taken by mouth)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3077_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3077/#i3077.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3103"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3103/">In brief: How do you use an automated external defibrillator (AED)?</a><div class="small">Created: February 17, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3103" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3103_howdoautomatedextern"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3103/#i3103.howdoautomatedextern">How do automated external defibrillators work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3103_whenaredefibrillator"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3103/#i3103.whenaredefibrillator">When are defibrillators used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3103_howaredefibrillators"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3103/#i3103.howaredefibrillators">How are defibrillators used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3103_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3103/#i3103.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3104"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3104/">In brief: Giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3104" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3104_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3104/#i3104.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3105"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3105/">In brief: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): What you need to know</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 21, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3105" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3105_howcanyoucheckwhethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3105/#i3105.howcanyoucheckwhethe">How can you check whether someone is unconscious?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3105_howcanyoutellwhether"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3105/#i3105.howcanyoutellwhether">How can you tell whether someone is no longer breathing normally?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3105_whattorememberwhenca"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3105/#i3105.whattorememberwhenca">What to remember when calling the emergency services</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3105_howdoyoudochestcompr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3105/#i3105.howdoyoudochestcompr">How do you do chest compressions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3105_howlongshouldyoukeep"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3105/#i3105.howlongshouldyoukeep">How long should you keep going for?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3105_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3105/#i3105.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/">Overview: Golfer's elbow</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3130" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130/#i3130.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/">Golfer's elbow: Learn More – The treatment options for golfer’s elbow</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r_whatarethetreatmento"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/#i3130.behandlung-5r.whatarethetreatmento">What are the treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r_doesrestingyourarmhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/#i3130.behandlung-5r.doesrestingyourarmhe">Does resting your arm help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r_howeffectivearestret"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/#i3130.behandlung-5r.howeffectivearestret">How effective are stretching and strengthening exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r_cantabletsorgelshelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/#i3130.behandlung-5r.cantabletsorgelshelp">Can tablets or gels help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r_areelbowinjectionsef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/#i3130.behandlung-5r.areelbowinjectionsef">Are elbow injections effective?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r_othertreatmentoption"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/#i3130.behandlung-5r.othertreatmentoption">Other treatment options</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-5r_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-5r/#i3130.behandlung-5r.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-o7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-o7/">Golfer's elbow: Learn More – Golfer’s elbow: Strengthening and stretching exercises</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-o7" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-o7_whatareeccentricexer"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-o7/#i3130.behandlung-o7.whatareeccentricexer">What are eccentric exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-o7_eccentricstrengtheni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-o7/#i3130.behandlung-o7.eccentricstrengtheni">Eccentric strengthening exercises: An example</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-o7_stretching"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-o7/#i3130.behandlung-o7.stretching">Stretching</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3130_behandlung-o7_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3130.behandlung-o7/#i3130.behandlung-o7.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3148"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3148/">In brief: Structure of the nails</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 29, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3148" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3148_howdonailsgrow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3148/#i3148.howdonailsgrow">How do nails grow?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3148_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3148/#i3148.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3155"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3155/">In brief: Biologics and biosimilars</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 8, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3155" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3155_whatarebiosimilars"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3155/#i3155.whatarebiosimilars">What are biosimilars?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3155_whomonitorswhetherbi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3155/#i3155.whomonitorswhetherbi">Who monitors whether biosimilars are as effective as the original?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3155_whydobiosimilarsexis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3155/#i3155.whydobiosimilarsexis">Why do biosimilars exist?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3155_whatshouldyoutakeint"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3155/#i3155.whatshouldyoutakeint">What should you take into consideration when switching to a biosimilar?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3155_andwhatarebioidentic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3155/#i3155.andwhatarebioidentic">And what are bioidenticals?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3155_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3155/#i3155.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3195"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3195/">In brief: What happens during an electroencephalogram (EEG)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3195" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3195_whenisaneegused"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3195/#i3195.whenisaneegused">When is an EEG used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3195_whatdoestheprocedure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3195/#i3195.whatdoestheprocedure">What does the procedure involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3195_whatcanyouseeonaneeg"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3195/#i3195.whatcanyouseeonaneeg">What can you see on an EEG recording?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3195_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3195/#i3195.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/">In brief: Foot deformities</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 3, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3200" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_splayfoot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.splayfoot">Splayfoot</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_fallenarchflatfoot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.fallenarchflatfoot">Fallen arch / flat foot</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_pronatedfoot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.pronatedfoot">Pronated foot</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_higharchedfeet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.higharchedfeet">High-arched feet</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_equinusfoot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.equinusfoot">Equinus foot</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_clubfoot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.clubfoot">Clubfoot</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_whatcausesfootdeform"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.whatcausesfootdeform">What causes foot deformities?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_whataretheconsequenc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.whataretheconsequenc">What are the consequences of deformities?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3200_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3200/#i3200.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3211"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3211/">In brief: How do the female sex organs work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 23, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3211" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3211_theexternalfemalesex"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3211/#i3211.theexternalfemalesex">The external female sex organs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3211_theinternalfemalesex"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3211/#i3211.theinternalfemalesex">The internal female sex organs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3211_developmentofthesexo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3211/#i3211.developmentofthesexo">Development of the sex organs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3211_secondarysexcharacte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3211/#i3211.secondarysexcharacte">Secondary sex characteristics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3211_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3211/#i3211.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3212"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3212/">In brief: What do the male sex organs do?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 24, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3212" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3212_theexternalmalesexor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3212/#i3212.theexternalmalesexor">The external male sex organs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3212_theinternalmalesexor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3212/#i3212.theinternalmalesexor">The internal male sex organs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3212_thedevelopmentofthes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3212/#i3212.thedevelopmentofthes">The development of the sex organs</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3212_secondarysexcharacte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3212/#i3212.secondarysexcharacte">Secondary sex characteristics</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3212_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3212/#i3212.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/">Overview: Tenosynovitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 13, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3213" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213/#i3213.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_behandlung-gb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213.behandlung-gb/">Tenosynovitis: Learn More – How can tenosynovitis be treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 13, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3213_behandlung-gb" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_behandlung-gb_whichconservativemea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213.behandlung-gb/#i3213.behandlung-gb.whichconservativemea">Which conservative measures can help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_behandlung-gb_whenissurgeryconside"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213.behandlung-gb/#i3213.behandlung-gb.whenissurgeryconside">When is surgery considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3213_behandlung-gb_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3213.behandlung-gb/#i3213.behandlung-gb.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/">Overview: Bursitis</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3214" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214/#i3214.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_behandlung-de"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214.behandlung-de/">Bursitis: Learn More – How can bursitis be treated?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3214_behandlung-de" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_behandlung-de_whataretheconservati"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214.behandlung-de/#i3214.behandlung-de.whataretheconservati">What are the conservative (non-surgical) treatment options?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_behandlung-de_whenissurgeryagoodid"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214.behandlung-de/#i3214.behandlung-de.whenissurgeryagoodid">When is surgery a good idea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3214_behandlung-de_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3214.behandlung-de/#i3214.behandlung-de.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3218"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3218/">In brief: What are ligaments?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 28, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3218" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3218_whatareligamentsandw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3218/#i3218.whatareligamentsandw">What are ligaments, and what do they do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3218_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3218/#i3218.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3219"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3219/">In brief: What are tendons and tendon sheaths?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 30, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3219" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3219_whataretendonsmadeof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3219/#i3219.whataretendonsmadeof">What are tendons made of, and what do they do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3219_whatdotendonsheathsd"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3219/#i3219.whatdotendonsheathsd">What do tendon sheaths do?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3219_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3219/#i3219.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3234"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3234/">In brief: Finding high-quality health information on the internet</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3234" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3234_whatdoyouneedtoknoww"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3234/#i3234.whatdoyouneedtoknoww">What do you need to know when you use a search engine?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3234_whatdoyouneedtoknowa"><a 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275/#i3275.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275/#i3275.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_important"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275/#i3275.important">Important:</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275/#i3275.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275/#i3275.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275/#i3275.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-av_whocanhelpyoufindthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-av/#i3275.behandlung-av.whocanhelpyoufindthe">Who can help you find the right exercises or exercise classes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-av_howdoyoufindtheright"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-av/#i3275.behandlung-av.howdoyoufindtheright">How do you find the right amount of exercise?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-av_whyshouldntyouworrya"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-av/#i3275.behandlung-av.whyshouldntyouworrya">Why shouldn’t you worry about pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-av_whatcanhelpyoustickw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-av/#i3275.behandlung-av.whatcanhelpyoustickw">What can help you 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-gh/#i3275.behandlung-gh.howwelldosteroidinje">How well do steroid injections work?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-gh_whatdostudiesonhyalu"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-gh/#i3275.behandlung-gh.whatdostudiesonhyalu">What do studies on hyaluronic acid show?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-gh_cantreatmentwithauto"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-gh/#i3275.behandlung-gh.cantreatmentwithauto">Can treatment with autologous blood help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-gh_whatisknownaboutinje"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-gh/#i3275.behandlung-gh.whatisknownaboutinje">What is known about injections with your own stem cells?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-gh_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-gh/#i3275.behandlung-gh.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/">Osteoarthritis of the knee: Learn More – Joint replacement in osteoarthritis of the knee</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_artificialkneejointy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.artificialkneejointy">Artificial knee joint – Yes or no?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_whenisjointreplaceme"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.whenisjointreplaceme">When is joint replacement surgery considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_howmuchdoesanartific"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.howmuchdoesanartific">How much does an artificial knee help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_whatrisksareassociat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.whatrisksareassociat">What risks are associated with surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_whatcaniexpectfroman"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.whatcaniexpectfroman">What can I expect from an artificial knee joint in the long term?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_whatdetermineshowlon"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.whatdetermineshowlon">What determines how long an artificial knee lasts?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_willmyprosthesisneed"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.willmyprosthesisneed">Will my prosthesis need to be exchanged at some point?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hm_gi-sources_16"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hm/#i3275.behandlung-hm.gi-sources.16">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hy/">Osteoarthritis of the knee: Learn More – What are the different types of artificial knee joints?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy_whatsthestructureofa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hy/#i3275.behandlung-hy.whatsthestructureofa">What’s the structure of an artificial knee joint?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy_whatsthedifferencebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hy/#i3275.behandlung-hy.whatsthedifferencebe">What’s the difference between partial and total knee replacement?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hy/#i3275.behandlung-hy.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of total knee replacement prostheses?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy_howistheprosthesisfi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hy/#i3275.behandlung-hy.howistheprosthesisfi">How is the prosthesis fixed in the joint?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy_whataretheprosandcon"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hy/#i3275.behandlung-hy.whataretheprosandcon">What are the pros and cons of partial and total knee replacements?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-hy_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-hy/#i3275.behandlung-hy.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/">Osteoarthritis of the knee: Learn More – Which painkillers help in osteoarthritis of the knee?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_howarensaidsandcoxib"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.howarensaidsandcoxib">How are NSAIDs and coxibs used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_howeffectivearensaid"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.howeffectivearensaid">How effective are NSAIDs and coxibs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_howcommonaresideeffe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.howcommonaresideeffe">How common are side effects and complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_canyoubecomedependen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.canyoubecomedependen">Can you become dependent on NSAIDs and coxibs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_whatarethepossiblere"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.whatarethepossiblere">What are the possible reasons not to take NSAIDs and coxibs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_isthepainkillermetam"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.isthepainkillermetam">Is the painkiller metamizole (“Novalgin”) an alternative?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_whyareopioidpainkill"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.whyareopioidpainkill">Why are opioid painkillers usually not suitable for treating osteoarthritis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_areantidepressantsan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.areantidepressantsan">Are antidepressants an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-jz_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-jz/#i3275.behandlung-jz.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/">Osteoarthritis of the knee: Learn More – What can you expect before and after surgery?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_howcanyoufindasuitab"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.howcanyoufindasuitab">How can you find a suitable hospital to have the surgery at?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_howcanyoupreparefors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.howcanyoupreparefors">How can you prepare for surgery and your stay at the hospital?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_howcanyoupreparefort"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.howcanyoupreparefort">How can you prepare for the time after the procedure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_whatcanyouexpectafte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.whatcanyouexpectafte">What can you expect after surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_howlongdoesittakefor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.howlongdoesittakefor">How long does it take for the surgical wound to heal?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_whathappensduringreh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.whathappensduringreh">What happens during rehabilitation?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_howlongdoesrecoveryt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.howlongdoesrecoveryt">How long does recovery take and what do you have to consider?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_howmuchcanyoumoveakn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.howmuchcanyoumoveakn">How much can you move a knee implant?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_whattypesofsportsare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.whattypesofsportsare">What types of sports are suitable after a knee replacement?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_canyoureturntoworkan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.canyoureturntoworkan">Can you return to work and, if so, when?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t6_gi-sources_14"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t6/#i3275.behandlung-t6.gi-sources.14">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef/">Osteoarthritis of the knee: Research summaries – Does arthroscopy help in osteoarthritis of the knee?</a><div class="small">Last Update: May 15, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef_whathappensduringana"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef/#i3275.behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef.whathappensduringana">What happens during an arthroscopy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef_canarthroscopyhelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef/#i3275.behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef.canarthroscopyhelp">Can arthroscopy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3275_behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef_gi-sources_4"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3275.behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef/#i3275.behandlung-t7-igoq-y6ef.gi-sources.4">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3286"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3286/">In brief: How does the knee work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 8, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3286" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3286_thebonesoftheknee"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3286/#i3286.thebonesoftheknee">The bones of the knee</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3286_thethreepartsofthekn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3286/#i3286.thethreepartsofthekn">The three parts of the knee joint</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3286_themeniscus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3286/#i3286.themeniscus">The meniscus</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3286_fourligamentsgivethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3286/#i3286.fourligamentsgivethe">Four ligaments give the joint stability</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3286_themusclesandtendons"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3286/#i3286.themusclesandtendons">The muscles and tendons allow the knee to move</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3286_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3286/#i3286.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/">Overview: Brain aneurysm</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 29, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3290" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290/#i3290.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_behandlung-4t"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.behandlung-4t/">Brain aneurysm: Learn More – What are the treatment options for a brain aneurysm?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 29, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3290_behandlung-4t" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_behandlung-4t_whathappensduringbra"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.behandlung-4t/#i3290.behandlung-4t.whathappensduringbra">What happens during brain aneurysm surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_behandlung-4t_whatdoescathetertrea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.behandlung-4t/#i3290.behandlung-4t.whatdoescathetertrea">What does catheter treatment (endovascular coiling) involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_behandlung-4t_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.behandlung-4t/#i3290.behandlung-4t.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-24"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-24/">Brain aneurysm: Learn More – What happens during a brain hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 29, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-24" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-24_whatisasubarachnoidh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-24/#i3290.folgen-24.whatisasubarachnoidh">What is a subarachnoid hemorrhage?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-24_whatisahemorrhagicst"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-24/#i3290.folgen-24.whatisahemorrhagicst">What is a hemorrhagic stroke?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-24_othertypesofbleeding"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-24/#i3290.folgen-24.othertypesofbleeding">Other types of bleeding</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-24_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-24/#i3290.folgen-24.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-ly"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-ly/">Brain aneurysm: Learn More – Deciding whether to treat an aneurysm</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 29, 2021.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-ly" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-ly_whatincreasesthelike"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-ly/#i3290.folgen-ly.whatincreasesthelike">What increases the likelihood of a rupture?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-ly_whatcanidotolowermyr"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-ly/#i3290.folgen-ly.whatcanidotolowermyr">What can I do to lower my risk?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-ly_doestherisksuggestth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-ly/#i3290.folgen-ly.doestherisksuggestth">Does the risk suggest that treatment is needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3290_folgen-ly_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3290.folgen-ly/#i3290.folgen-ly.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3294"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3294/">In brief: How does the larynx work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 27, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3294" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3294_thestructureofthelar"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3294/#i3294.thestructureofthelar">The structure of the larynx</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3294_howdoesthelarynxstop"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3294/#i3294.howdoesthelarynxstop">How does the larynx stop food from “going down the wrong way”?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3294_howdoesthelarynxprod"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3294/#i3294.howdoesthelarynxprod">How does the larynx produce your voice?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3294_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3294/#i3294.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3295"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3295/">In brief: What is voice therapy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 27, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3295" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3295_whenisvoicetherapyag"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3295/#i3295.whenisvoicetherapyag">When is voice therapy a good idea?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3295_whatdoesvoicetherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3295/#i3295.whatdoesvoicetherapy">What does voice therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3295_whatsthedifferencebe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3295/#i3295.whatsthedifferencebe">What’s the difference between voice disorders and speech disorders?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3295_whatcanyoudoyourself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3295/#i3295.whatcanyoudoyourself">What can you do yourself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3295_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3295/#i3295.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/">Overview: Enlarged tonsils and adenoids</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 17, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3312" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312/#i3312.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/">Enlarged tonsils and adenoids: Learn More – Surgery for enlarged tonsils or adenoids</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 17, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_whatdoestonsilsurger"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.whatdoestonsilsurger">What does tonsil surgery involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_canyoufirstwaitandse"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.canyoufirstwaitandse">Can you first wait and see?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_howeffectiveistonsil"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.howeffectiveistonsil">How effective is tonsil surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_whataretheprosandcon"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.whataretheprosandcon">What are the pros and cons of only partially removing the tonsils rather than taking them out completely?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_thingstorememberafte"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.thingstorememberafte">Things to remember after the surgery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_takebleedingaftersur"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.takebleedingaftersur">Take bleeding after surgery seriously</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_asecondmedicalopinio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.asecondmedicalopinio">A second medical opinion may help</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3312_behandlung-he_gi-sources_12"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3312.behandlung-he/#i3312.behandlung-he.gi-sources.12">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3322"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3322/">In brief: What is an electrocardiogram (ECG)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: June 6, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3322" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3322_whenisanecgdone"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3322/#i3322.whenisanecgdone">When is an ECG done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3322_whatdoesanecgshow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3322/#i3322.whatdoesanecgshow">What does an ECG show?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3322_whatdoesthetestinvol"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3322/#i3322.whatdoesthetestinvol">What does the test involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3322_whattypesofecgtestsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3322/#i3322.whattypesofecgtestsa">What types of ECG tests are done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3322_whatdotheresultsofa1"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3322/#i3322.whatdotheresultsofa1">What do the results of a 12-lead ECG show?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3322_gi-sources_7"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3322/#i3322.gi-sources.7">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/">Overview: Heart valve diseases</a><div class="small">Created: January 31, 2019.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3324" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324/#i3324.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/">Heart valve diseases: Learn More – Treatments for heart valve disease</a><div class="small">Created: January 31, 2019.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s_treatingnarrowedaort"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/#i3324.behandlung-5s.treatingnarrowedaort">Treating narrowed aortic valves (aortic valve stenosis)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s_treatingmitralvalves"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/#i3324.behandlung-5s.treatingmitralvalves">Treating mitral valves that don’t close properly (regurgitation)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s_treatingothertypesof"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/#i3324.behandlung-5s.treatingothertypesof">Treating other types of heart valve disease</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s_whathappensduringcat"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/#i3324.behandlung-5s.whathappensduringcat">What happens during catheter treatment and open heart surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s_canmedicationhelptoo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/#i3324.behandlung-5s.canmedicationhelptoo">Can medication help too?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s_istreatmentalwaysnec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/#i3324.behandlung-5s.istreatmentalwaysnec">Is treatment always necessary?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3324_behandlung-5s_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3324.behandlung-5s/#i3324.behandlung-5s.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3341"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3341/">In brief: How are sex cells made (meiosis)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3341" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3341_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3341/#i3341.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3342"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3342/">In brief: How do most cells divide (mitosis)?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3342" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3342_whathappensduringmit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3342/#i3342.whathappensduringmit">What happens during mitosis?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3342_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3342/#i3342.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3343"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3343/">In brief: How are genes passed on?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3343" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3343_whatcarriesthegeneti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3343/#i3343.whatcarriesthegeneti">What carries the genetic information?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3343_whatarechromosomes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3343/#i3343.whatarechromosomes">What are chromosomes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3343_whatinfluencedogenes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3343/#i3343.whatinfluencedogenes">What influence do genes have?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3343_whatdothetermsdomina"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3343/#i3343.whatdothetermsdomina">What do the terms “dominant” and “recessive” mean?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3343_whydowehavetwoversio"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3343/#i3343.whydowehavetwoversio">Why do we have two versions of most genes?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3343_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3343/#i3343.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3353"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3353/">In brief: What is the structure of hair and how does it grow?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 11, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3353" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3353_differenttypesofhair"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3353/#i3353.differenttypesofhair">Different types of hair</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3353_hairstructure"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3353/#i3353.hairstructure">Hair structure</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3353_howdoeshairgrow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3353/#i3353.howdoeshairgrow">How does hair grow?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3353_hairgrowthcycle"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3353/#i3353.hairgrowthcycle">Hair growth cycle</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3353_whatcausesincreasedh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3353/#i3353.whatcausesincreasedh">What causes increased hair loss?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3353_gi-sources_6"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3353/#i3353.gi-sources.6">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/">Overview: Vaginal yeast infection (thrush)</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3368" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368/#i3368.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_behandlung-tf"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368.behandlung-tf/">Vaginal yeast infection (thrush): Learn More – Vaginal yeast infections (thrush): What can help?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 4, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3368_behandlung-tf" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_behandlung-tf_howareantifungaldrug"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368.behandlung-tf/#i3368.behandlung-tf.howareantifungaldrug">How are antifungal drugs normally used?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_behandlung-tf_whataretherisksassoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368.behandlung-tf/#i3368.behandlung-tf.whataretherisksassoc">What are the risks associated with antifungal drugs?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_behandlung-tf_whenisalongertermtre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368.behandlung-tf/#i3368.behandlung-tf.whenisalongertermtre">When is a longer-term treatment considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_behandlung-tf_arethereeffectivealt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368.behandlung-tf/#i3368.behandlung-tf.arethereeffectivealt">Are there effective alternatives to antifungals?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3368_behandlung-tf_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3368.behandlung-tf/#i3368.behandlung-tf.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/">Overview: Canker sores (mouth ulcers)</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 17, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3416" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416/#i3416.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/">Canker sores (mouth ulcers): Learn More – What can you do if you have a canker sore?</a><div class="small">Last Update: October 17, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si_istreatmentalwaysnec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/#i3416.behandlung-si.istreatmentalwaysnec">Is treatment always necessary?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si_whatfoodsshouldyouav"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/#i3416.behandlung-si.whatfoodsshouldyouav">What foods should you avoid or eat?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si_oralhygienewhatyoune"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/#i3416.behandlung-si.oralhygienewhatyoune">Oral hygiene: What you need to know</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si_whatcanhelprelieveth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/#i3416.behandlung-si.whatcanhelprelieveth">What can help relieve the symptoms?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si_whatcanyoudoiftheset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/#i3416.behandlung-si.whatcanyoudoiftheset">What can you do if these things don't help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si_whenaretabletsneeded"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/#i3416.behandlung-si.whenaretabletsneeded">When are tablets needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3416_behandlung-si_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3416.behandlung-si/#i3416.behandlung-si.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3417"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3417/">In brief: Mouth sores – What can you do yourself?</a><div class="small">Last Update: December 15, 2022.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3417" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3417_whatfoodsanddrinkssh"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3417/#i3417.whatfoodsanddrinkssh">What foods and drinks should I avoid?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3417_whatshouldiconsiderw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3417/#i3417.whatshouldiconsiderw">What should I consider when preparing meals?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3417_keepuporalhygiene"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3417/#i3417.keepuporalhygiene">Keep up oral hygiene</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3417_whatelseisimportant"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3417/#i3417.whatelseisimportant">What else is important?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3417_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3417/#i3417.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/">In brief: Which vaccinations are recommended in Germany?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 22, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3459" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_whyarevaccinationsim"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.whyarevaccinationsim">Why are vaccinations important?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_whatarethepossiblesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.whatarethepossiblesi">What are the possible side effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_whichvaccinationsare"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.whichvaccinationsare">Which vaccinations are recommended in Germany?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_tetanus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.tetanus">Tetanus</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_diphtheria"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.diphtheria">Diphtheria</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_whoopingcoughpertuss"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.whoopingcoughpertuss">Whooping cough (pertussis)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_poliopoliomyelitis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.poliopoliomyelitis">Polio (poliomyelitis)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_hepatitisb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.hepatitisb">Hepatitis B</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_hibhemophilusinfluen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.hibhemophilusinfluen">Hib (hemophilus influenzae type b)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_pneumococci"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.pneumococci">Pneumococci</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_rotaviruses"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.rotaviruses">Rotaviruses</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_typecmeningococcaldi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.typecmeningococcaldi">Type C meningococcal disease</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_measles"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.measles">Measles</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_mumps"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.mumps">Mumps</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_rubellagermanmeasles"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.rubellagermanmeasles">Rubella (German measles)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_chickenpoxvaricella"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.chickenpoxvaricella">Chickenpox (varicella)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_rsvrespiratorysyncyt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.rsvrespiratorysyncyt">RSV (respiratory syncytial virus)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_fluinfluenza"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.fluinfluenza">Flu (influenza)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_hpvhumanpapillomavir"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.hpvhumanpapillomavir">HPV (human papillomavirus)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_shinglesherpeszoster"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.shinglesherpeszoster">Shingles (Herpes zoster)</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_covid19"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.covid19">COVID-19</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_travelvaccinations"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.travelvaccinations">Travel vaccinations</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3459_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3459/#i3459.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3470"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3470/">In brief: How our teeth and jaws work together</a><div class="small">Last Update: February 13, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3470" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3470_thestructureofourset"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3470/#i3470.thestructureofourset">The structure of our set of teeth</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3470_whatarethedifferentk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3470/#i3470.whatarethedifferentk">What are the different kinds of teeth?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3470_howareourteethreplac"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3470/#i3470.howareourteethreplac">How are our teeth replaced?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3470_whatroledothebonesan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3470/#i3470.whatroledothebonesan">What role do the bones and muscles play?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3470_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3470/#i3470.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/">Overview: Shoulder pain</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 22, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3481" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481/#i3481.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/">Shoulder pain: Learn More – Shoulder pain: What helps?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 22, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_whatcanidomyself"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.whatcanidomyself">What can I do myself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_whenshouldyouseeadoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.whenshouldyouseeadoc">When should you see a doctor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_whathelpsrelieveseve"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.whathelpsrelieveseve">What helps relieve severe pain?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_canphysicaltherapyhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.canphysicaltherapyhe">Can physical therapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_whyissurgeryoftennot"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.whyissurgeryoftennot">Why is surgery often not recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_whencanshockwavether"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.whencanshockwavether">When can shock wave therapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_whatothertreatmentsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.whatothertreatmentsa">What other treatments are there – and can they help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3481_behandlung-xk_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3481.behandlung-xk/#i3481.behandlung-xk.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3484"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3484/">In brief: How does the shoulder work?</a><div class="small">Last Update: April 22, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3484" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3484_thebonesoftheshoulde"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3484/#i3484.thebonesoftheshoulde">The bones of the shoulder</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3484_theshoulderbladeform"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3484/#i3484.theshoulderbladeform">The shoulder blade: Form and function</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3484_thejointsoftheshould"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3484/#i3484.thejointsoftheshould">The joints of the shoulder</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3484_themusclesoftheshoul"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3484/#i3484.themusclesoftheshoul">The muscles of the shoulder</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3484_whatelseispartofthes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3484/#i3484.whatelseispartofthes">What else is part of the shoulder joint?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3484_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3484/#i3484.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3565"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3565/">In brief: Physical therapy</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 19, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3565" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3565_whenisphysicaltherap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3565/#i3565.whenisphysicaltherap">When is physical therapy considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3565_whatdoesphysicalther"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3565/#i3565.whatdoesphysicalther">What does physical therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3565_whatistheaimofphysic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3565/#i3565.whatistheaimofphysic">What is the aim of physical therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3565_whooffersphysicalthe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3565/#i3565.whooffersphysicalthe">Who offers physical therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3565_howcanyouapplyforphy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3565/#i3565.howcanyouapplyforphy">How can you apply for physical therapy?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3565_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3565/#i3565.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/">Overview: Dislocated kneecap</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3580" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580/#i3580.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_behandlung-7i"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580.behandlung-7i/">Dislocated kneecap: Learn More – Dislocated kneecap: When is surgery recommended?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3580_behandlung-7i" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_behandlung-7i_whatiscurrentlyrecom"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580.behandlung-7i/#i3580.behandlung-7i.whatiscurrentlyrecom">What is currently recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_behandlung-7i_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580.behandlung-7i/#i3580.behandlung-7i.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_behandlung-7i_howeffectiveissurger"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580.behandlung-7i/#i3580.behandlung-7i.howeffectiveissurger">How effective is surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3580_behandlung-7i_gi-sources_8"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3580.behandlung-7i/#i3580.behandlung-7i.gi-sources.8">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/">Overview: Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee)</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3581" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_prevalenceandoutlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.prevalenceandoutlook">Prevalence and outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581/#i3581.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/">Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee): Learn More – How can you relieve pain at the front of the knee?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li_howcanyourestyourkne"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/#i3581.behandlung-li.howcanyourestyourkne">How can you rest your knee?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li_howcanichangemyrunni"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/#i3581.behandlung-li.howcanichangemyrunni">How can I change my running technique?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li_howcanyoustrengtheny"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/#i3581.behandlung-li.howcanyoustrengtheny">How can you strengthen your knee?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li_howcanyouimprovethea"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/#i3581.behandlung-li.howcanyouimprovethea">How can you improve the alignment of your legs in daily life?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li_canshoeinsertshelp"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/#i3581.behandlung-li.canshoeinsertshelp">Can shoe inserts help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li_whatothertreatmentsa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/#i3581.behandlung-li.whatothertreatmentsa">What other treatments are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-li_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-li/#i3581.behandlung-li.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/">Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee): Learn More – Seven exercises to stabilize the knee</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 30, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_sidelegraises"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.sidelegraises">Side leg raises</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_sidelyingclamexercis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.sidelyingclamexercis">Side-lying clam exercises</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_straightlegraises"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.straightlegraises">Straight leg raises</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_legextensionswhilesi"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.legextensionswhilesi">Leg extensions while sitting</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_wallsitstostrengthen"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.wallsitstostrengthen">Wall sits to strengthen the thigh muscles</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_squats"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.squats">Squats</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_stepups"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.stepups">Step-ups</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_whatshouldipayattent"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.whatshouldipayattent">What should I pay attention to while doing the exercises?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3581_behandlung-xq_gi-sources_19"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3581.behandlung-xq/#i3581.behandlung-xq.gi-sources.19">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3590"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3590/">In brief: What is occupational therapy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: July 31, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3590" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3590_whenisoccupationalth"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3590/#i3590.whenisoccupationalth">When is occupational therapy considered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3590_whatmightoccupationa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3590/#i3590.whatmightoccupationa">What might occupational therapy include?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3590_whatdoesoccupational"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3590/#i3590.whatdoesoccupational">What does occupational therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3590_whereisoccupationalt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3590/#i3590.whereisoccupationalt">Where is occupational therapy done?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3590_gi-sources_5"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3590/#i3590.gi-sources.5">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3591"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3591/">In brief: What is speech therapy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: January 24, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3591" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3591_whatkindsofdisorders"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3591/#i3591.whatkindsofdisorders">What kinds of disorders can speech therapy treat?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3591_whatdoesspeechtherap"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3591/#i3591.whatdoesspeechtherap">What does speech therapy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3591_whereisspeechtherapy"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3591/#i3591.whereisspeechtherapy">Where is speech therapy offered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3604/#i3604.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3604_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3604/#i3604.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3604_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3604/#i3604.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3604_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3604/#i3604.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3604_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3604/#i3604.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3604_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3604/#i3604.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3604_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3604/#i3604.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3605" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3605_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3605/#i3605.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/">Overview: Rubella (German measles)</a><div class="small">Last Update: September 21, 2023.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_i3606" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_i3606_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/i3606/#i3606.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/">Overview: Scoliosis in teenagers</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0001" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.outlook">Outlook</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_effects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.effects">Effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_rehabilitation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.rehabilitation">Rehabilitation</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001/#n0001.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.outlook-a/">Scoliosis in teenagers: Learn More – Scoliosis check-ups</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a_howoftenarecheckupsn"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.outlook-a/#n0001.outlook-a.howoftenarecheckupsn">How often are check-ups needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a_whenarexraysneeded"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.outlook-a/#n0001.outlook-a.whenarexraysneeded">When are x-rays needed?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a_howmuchradiationarey"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.outlook-a/#n0001.outlook-a.howmuchradiationarey">How much radiation are you exposed to?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a_howcanyouminimizerad"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.outlook-a/#n0001.outlook-a.howcanyouminimizerad">How can you minimize radiation exposure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a_aretherealternatives"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.outlook-a/#n0001.outlook-a.aretherealternatives">Are there alternatives to x-ray examinations?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_outlook-a_gi-sources_11"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.outlook-a/#n0001.outlook-a.gi-sources.11">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-a/">Scoliosis in teenagers: Learn More – Wait and see, back brace or physical therapy?</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-a_whenareregularchecku"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-a/#n0001.treatment-a.whenareregularchecku">When are regular check-ups enough?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-a_whenisabackbracereco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-a/#n0001.treatment-a.whenisabackbracereco">When is a back brace recommended?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-a_canphysicaltherapyhe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-a/#n0001.treatment-a.canphysicaltherapyhe">Can physical therapy help?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-a_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-a/#n0001.treatment-a.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/">Scoliosis in teenagers: Learn More – Back braces: Frequently asked questions</a><div class="small">Last Update: March 25, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_ihaveaprescriptionfo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.ihaveaprescriptionfo">I have a prescription for a brace. What do I do now?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_howmanyhoursperdaydo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.howmanyhoursperdaydo">How many hours per day do I need to wear the brace?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_howlongwillineedtheb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.howlongwillineedtheb">How long will I need the brace?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_whatcanidotostoptheb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.whatcanidotostoptheb">What can I do to stop the brace hurting or rubbing?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_whatclothesshouldiwe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.whatclothesshouldiwe">What clothes should I wear?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_canidosports"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.canidosports">Can I do sports?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_howdoicleanmybrace"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.howdoicleanmybrace">How do I clean my brace?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_whatcanidoifimfedupw"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.whatcanidoifimfedupw">What can I do if I'm fed up with the brace?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-b_shoulditellothersabo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-b/#n0001.treatment-b.shoulditellothersabo">Should I tell others about the brace and, if so, how?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" 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id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-c_whenisittherighttime"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-c/#n0001.treatment-c.whenisittherighttime">When is it the right time for surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-c_howlongdoesittaketor"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-c/#n0001.treatment-c.howlongdoesittaketor">How long does it take to recover?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-c_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-c/#n0001.treatment-c.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-c_aretherealternatives"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-c/#n0001.treatment-c.aretherealternatives">Are there alternatives to spinal fusion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0001_treatment-c_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0001.treatment-c/#n0001.treatment-c.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/">Overview: Nosebleeds</a><div class="small">Created: October 1, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0002" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_causesandriskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.causesandriskfactors">Causes and risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002/#n0002.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_treatment-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002.treatment-a/">Nosebleeds: Learn More – What can you do if you have nosebleeds?</a><div class="small">Created: October 1, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0002_treatment-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_treatment-a_whatcanidoaboutnoseb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002.treatment-a/#n0002.treatment-a.whatcanidoaboutnoseb">What can I do about nosebleeds myself?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_treatment-a_whenshouldyouseeadoc"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002.treatment-a/#n0002.treatment-a.whenshouldyouseeadoc">When should you see a doctor?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0002_treatment-a_gi-sources_9"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0002.treatment-a/#n0002.treatment-a.gi-sources.9">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/">Overview: Retinal detachment</a><div class="small">Created: November 12, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0003" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_symptoms"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.symptoms">Symptoms</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_causes"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.causes">Causes</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_riskfactors"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.riskfactors">Risk factors</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_prevalence"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.prevalence">Prevalence</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_outlookandeffects"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.outlookandeffects">Outlook and effects</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_diagnosis"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.diagnosis">Diagnosis</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_prevention"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.prevention">Prevention</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.treatment">Treatment</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_everydaylife"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.everydaylife">Everyday life</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003/#n0003.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_causes-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.causes-a/">Retinal detachment: Learn More – Causes of retinal detachment</a><div class="small">Created: November 12, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0003_causes-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_causes-a_whatcausestearsandho"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.causes-a/#n0003.causes-a.whatcausestearsandho">What causes tears and holes in the retina?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_causes-a_howexactlydoesatearo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.causes-a/#n0003.causes-a.howexactlydoesatearo">How exactly does a tear or hole cause retinal detachment?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_causes-a_whatothercausesofret"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.causes-a/#n0003.causes-a.whatothercausesofret">What other causes of retinal detachment are there?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_causes-a_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.causes-a/#n0003.causes-a.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/">Retinal detachment: Learn More – Surgery for treating retinal detachment</a><div class="small">Created: November 12, 2024.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_whatdoesscleralbuckl"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.whatdoesscleralbuckl">What does scleral buckling involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_whatdoesvitrectomyin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.whatdoesvitrectomyin">What does vitrectomy involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_whichprocedureissuit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.whichprocedureissuit">Which procedure is suitable for you?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_howeffectiveissurger"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.howeffectiveissurger">How effective is surgery?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_whatarethepossibleco"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.whatarethepossibleco">What are the possible complications?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_howdotheadvantagesan"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.howdotheadvantagesan">How do the advantages and disadvantages of the procedures compare?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_thingstobeawareofaft"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.thingstobeawareofaft">Things to be aware of after surgery</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0003_treatment-a_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0003.treatment-a/#n0003.treatment-a.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/">Overview: Abortion in Germany</a><div class="small">Created: January 20, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0004" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_introduction"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.introduction">Introduction</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_ataglance"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.ataglance">At a glance</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_whenisabortionanopti"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.whenisabortionanopti">When is abortion an option?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_whatdoesanabortionin"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.whatdoesanabortionin">What does an abortion involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_whereistheabortionca"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.whereistheabortionca">Where is the abortion carried out?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_whataboutaftertheabo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.whataboutaftertheabo">What about after the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_wherecanyougetadvice"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.wherecanyougetadvice">Where can you get advice?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_furtherinformation"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.furtherinformation">Further information</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_sources"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004/#n0004.sources">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/">Abortion in Germany: Learn More – After an abortion</a><div class="small">Created: January 20, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a_whathappensinthefirs"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/#n0004.consideration-a.whathappensinthefirs">What happens in the first few days after the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a_whencanyoureturntoyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/#n0004.consideration-a.whencanyoureturntoyo">When can you return to your usual activities?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a_whencanyoustartusing"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/#n0004.consideration-a.whencanyoustartusing">When can you start using contraception again and which methods are best?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a_howdowomenfeelaboutt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/#n0004.consideration-a.howdowomenfeelaboutt">How do women feel about the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a_howdoesabortionaffec"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/#n0004.consideration-a.howdoesabortionaffec">How does abortion affect your mental health?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a_doesabortionhavelong"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/#n0004.consideration-a.doesabortionhavelong">Does abortion have long-term physical effects?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_consideration-a_gi-sources_10"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.consideration-a/#n0004.consideration-a.gi-sources.10">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/">Abortion in Germany: Learn More – Surgical abortion</a><div class="small">Created: January 20, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_abortionpillorsurgic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.abortionpillorsurgic">"Abortion pill" or surgical abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_canyoutakesomeonewit"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.canyoutakesomeonewit">Can you take someone with you to the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_whathealthchecksared"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.whathealthchecksared">What health checks are done before the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_whathappensbeforethe"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.whathappensbeforethe">What happens before the procedure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_whatanestheticwillyo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.whatanestheticwillyo">What anesthetic will you be offered?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_whathappensinasurgic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.whathappensinasurgic">What happens in a surgical abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of a suction procedure?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_howreliablearesurgic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.howreliablearesurgic">How reliable are surgical abortions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_willyouneedacheckupa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.willyouneedacheckupa">Will you need a check-up after the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-a_gi-sources_15"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-a/#n0004.involve-a.gi-sources.15">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/">Abortion in Germany: Learn More – Medication abortion ("Abortion pill")</a><div class="small">Created: January 20, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_abortionpillorsurgic"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.abortionpillorsurgic">"Abortion pill" or surgical abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_whathealthchecksared"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.whathealthchecksared">What health checks are done before the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_whatmedicationsareus"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.whatmedicationsareus">What medications are used for the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_whathappensinamedica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.whathappensinamedica">What happens in a medication abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_whatarethesideeffect"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.whatarethesideeffect">What are the side effects of medication abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_whatdoyouneedtoknowb"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.whatdoyouneedtoknowb">What do you need to know before using the medication?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_howreliablearemedica"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.howreliablearemedica">How reliable are medication abortions?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_willyouneedacheckupa"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.willyouneedacheckupa">Will you need a check-up after the abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_involve-b_gi-sources_13"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.involve-b/#n0004.involve-b.gi-sources.13">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/">Abortion in Germany: Learn More – Before an abortion</a><div class="small">Created: January 20, 2025.</div><ul id="toc_lst_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a" class="simple-list toc bktoc_lst_exp"><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_whatdoyouneedtoknow"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.whatdoyouneedtoknow">What do you need to know?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_howcanyoufindoutwhet"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.howcanyoufindoutwhet">How can you find out whether you're pregnant?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_whatdoesunplannedpre"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.whatdoesunplannedpre">What does unplanned pregnancy counseling involve?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_isthecounselingfreeo"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.isthecounselingfreeo">Is the counseling free of charge and confidential?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_doallunplannedpregna"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.doallunplannedpregna">Do all unplanned pregnancy counseling centers issue documents to prove counseling has taken place?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_whatcanhelpyoudecide"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.whatcanhelpyoudecide">What can help you decide?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_whichdoctorscarryout"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.whichdoctorscarryout">Which doctors carry out abortions in Germany?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_whatarethedifferentt"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.whatarethedifferentt">What are the different types of abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_doyouhavetopayforana"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.doyouhavetopayforana">Do you have to pay for an abortion?</a></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0004_when-a_gi-sources_16"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0004.when-a/#n0004.when-a.gi-sources.16">Sources</a></li></ul></li><li class="half_rhythm" id="toc_itm_NBK65083_toc_n0005"><a class="toc-item" href="/books/n/pmh_iqwig/n0005/">Overview: Screening</a><div 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