Infectiology is dealing with the diagnosis, control and treatment of infections. The infectologist plays an important part in combating serious viral diseases such as AIDS or hepatitis. He selects the correct drug or combination of drugs for these patients, constantly monitors the outcome of the therapy and adjusts it as
Inflammation refers to a specific tissue reaction, which can have various causes. An inflammatory tissue reaction is intended to eliminate the damaging stimulus or prevent it from spreading. An inflammatory reaction can spread locally via the blood system or lymphatic system, or it can be generalised. <br/> <br/>The five typical
Intensive care medicine or critical care medicine is a branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and management of life-threatening conditions requiring sophisticated organ support and invasive monitoring. The specialist in intensive care medicine has at his disposal everything that is needed to resuscitate a patient and restore the normal
An inverted nipple is a condition where the nipple, instead of pointing outward, is retracted into the breast. In some cases, the nipple will be temporarily protruded if stimulated. Women and men can have inverted nipples. <br/> <br/>
