Category : Anatomy-Lexicon

The outer labia

The outer labia

The outer labia essentially fulfill a protective function. They can be irritated by some diseases and cause itching, burning, or any other symptoms.

Pectoralis major

Pectoralis major

The large pectoral muscle (M. pectoralis major) arises over a large area on the chest, covers it completely and attaches to the upper arm. Its functions include adduction, anteversion and internal rotation of the upper arm. Exercising can increase its size

Angelman Syndrome

Angelman Syndrome

Angelman syndrome describes a physical and mental development disorder. The disease is characterized by a lack of language development and increased friendliness on the part of those affected. There is no cure for the syndrome

Illustration bacteria

Illustration bacteria

the medical table of figures. Here you will find helpful illustrations on the subject of bacteria.

Low blood pressure and dizziness

Low blood pressure and dizziness

You can find out here whether low blood pressure is a disease, how best to deal with it and what home remedies are available.

Epigenetics

Epigenetics

Epigenetics is a branch of biology. This field deals with changes in DNA without direct changes in the DNA sequence itself. These changes can, for example, temporarily shut down or activate some gene areas

Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome

Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome

The Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome is caused by a chromosome aberration of chromosome 4. The change leads to a number of malformations both externally and in the internal organs. A cure is not yet possible.

Shoulder girdle

Shoulder girdle

In the shoulder girdle, a distinction is made between the sternum-clavicle joint (sternoclavicular joint) and the ankle joint (acromioclavicular joint). The shoulder joint itself is not counted as part of the shoulder girdle. Belong to the bony shoulder girdle

Vagus nerve

Vagus nerve

The vagus nerve is the tenth cranial nerve and has central functions in the parasympathetic nervous system. It runs from the head into the abdomen. Because of its many functions in the body, damage causes as many problems as nausea

The breathing

The breathing

Breathing in the lungs is used to absorb vital oxygen and release carbon dioxide, which the body cannot process. Special breathing muscles make breathing easier. The most common lung diseases are

Sternum

Sternum

The sternum is located between the two sides of the chest and is a flat bone that is connected to the spine by the ribs. It is thus a part of the chest that protects the heart and lungs.

The chest

The chest

The main function of the thorax is to protect the vital organs, heart and lungs, as well as the large vessels in the body cavity from compression. It also participates in the movements of the lungs when breathing. Discomfort occurs like a stinging

Escherichia coli - E. coli

Escherichia coli - E. coli

Escherichia coli is a gram-negative bacterium whose subspecies can be useful for organ systems as well as causing life-threatening diseases. These dangerous strains are called pathogenic and primarily cause diseases

Bacteria in the gut

Bacteria in the gut

Intestinal bacteria colonize the intestine and play an important protective role in the intestinal mucosa, which, if healthy, ensures a strong immune system. So intestinal bacteria are symbionts - they colonize the organism, but it becomes sick

Ribs

Ribs

The ribs are 12 paired bones that laterally surround the heart and lungs. They are raised and lowered as you inhale and exhale, so they move towards the lungs, making breathing easier. After falling on the ribs

Norovirus - How Dangerous Is It?

Norovirus - How Dangerous Is It?

The norovirus causes the typical symptoms of gastrointestinal flu in extreme forms, which, however, subside after a few days. It is widespread around the world and children, old people and people with swollen are particularly prone to it

Pelvic bones

Pelvic bones

The bony pelvis is made up of three different bones, which are connected to one another by fixed joints. These bones include the hipbone, tailbone, and sacrum. Everyone meets in the so-called acetabulum

pool

pool

The pelvis is the section of the body below the abdomen and above the legs. A distinction is made between a bony pelvis and the pelvic organs. The pelvic organs are protected and embedded by the bone. Diseases of the bones or organs can

Thigh bone (femur)

Thigh bone (femur)

The thigh bone is the largest bone in the human body. Like the tibia and fibula, it is a tubular bone that houses the bone marrow for blood formation. The femoral head and the hip socket of the pelvis form this

Knee joint

Knee joint

The knee joint is the largest and most stressed joint in the human body. Accordingly, the knee is also the most commonly injured joint. The knee joint is a so-called swivel hinge joint that allows flexion and extension