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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease which can lead to severe disability. Despite the stereotypes, it is most frequently diagnosed in young and middle-aged people. Early diagnosis is prerequisite to the effective treatment of the disease.

The characteristic itching in the lip area is usually the first symptom of our body being attacked by herpes. This is followed by lesions which start to occur around lip borders - small, liquid-filled blisters which slowly dry up to disappear after a few days.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a serious disease of the central nervous system. Its causes continue to be a mystery. The disease is the most common cause of disability in young adults. However, new methods of therapy have been appearing recently, allowing its progression to be managed.

Strokes are usually perceived as causing serious brain damage that could lead to severe disability. A similar threat, however, is caused by the so-called mini-strokes, i.e. transient ischemic attacks (TIA).

Experts say that professional sport does not damage health, as long as the athlete is properly guided by the trainer and regularly examined by sports medicine specialists.

Hearing disorders can appear at any age and can be caused by various factors. It is important to see a specialist early enough to have the problem diagnosed and receive information on possible treatment.

Insured patients who, for various reasons, have lost some or all of their teeth can – under certain conditions - count on a refund for dental prosthetics in scope of the National Health Fund.

In the final 13 years of his life, the notorious Giacomo Casanova suffered from impotence. We don’t know what caused it. Perhaps he did not respond to sexual stimuli as strongly as in his youth, but his embarrassing condition may have been caused by advanced sclerosis.

Colour change, thickening, and foliation of the nail plate are the most common symptoms of dermatophytosis of the nails, which concerns one in four people in Poland. The treatment is not easy; the best thing to do is go to a doctor.

It may be congenital or acquired. Untreated, it can cause recurring inflammation, problems with urinating, and sexual problems. Phimosis is a male problem which can be successfully cured.

Proper evidence protection and gentleness are the basic rules of attending to rape victims. The physicians should remember that their approach towards the raped woman can determine how soon she will regain mental balance.

Air-powder polishing, applying varnish, whitening, and "straightening" of crooked teeth with dental braces are but a few of aesthetic and prophylactic procedures available at the dentist's office. Still, everyday oral hygiene is the key.