Medical dictionary

What is penicillin allergy? Penicillin allergy occurs when the immune system has an abnormal reaction to the antibiotic drug penicillin, which is usually prescribed for treating various bacterial infections. Other antibiotics that contain chemical properties similar to penicillin can also result in allergic reactions.   What are the symptoms of penicillin allergy? Within an ho

What is penile fibrosis? Penile fibrosis is the formation of a scar on the surface of the penis. This results in a loss of elasticity of the penis and, as a consequence, Peyronie's disease. It’s more common in men above the age of 50 but it can appear at any age. It causes pain and in many cases, makes sexual intercourse impossible. Prognosis Penile fibrosis is not life-threate

What is it? A penile implant is a device which can be implanted inside the penis. It allows men suffering from severe erectile dysfunction to have an erection. There are two types of penile implant (or penile prosthesis): Malleable penile prosthesis: two rods which are inserted within the erection chambers of the penis. With this type of implant the penis is always partially rigid. I

What are penis disorders?   Penis disorders are conditions and diseases affecting the male genital organ. These can negatively affect one’s sexual function and fertility. Penile problems can be both conditions and infections, such as balanitis, phimosis, Peyronie’s disease, candidiasis (thrush), ejaculatory problems or sexually transmitted infections 

What is meant by penis enlargement? Penis enlargement is a treatment that involves the application of traction mechanisms in order to increase the size of one's flaccid (non-erect) penis. How is one's penis enlarged surgically? A penoplasty is the most common surgical procedure when it comes to increasing the length, girth (width), or sometimes both, of one'

What is percutaneous foot surgery?Percutaneous foot surgery, also known as minimal incision surgery, is a novel surgical technique to treat foot pathologies affecting the bones or soft tissues.Local anaesthesia is used in practically all cases, leading to a very significant reduction in anaesthesia-related complications.  Why is percutaneous foot surgery done?The most common pathologies

What is analysed? Respiratory pathogens are microorganisms that have the potential to cause respiratory infections or diseases in humans. Common respiratory pathogens include: Viruses: Examples include influenza A, influenza B, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), SARS-CoV-2, and adenoviruses. Bacteria: Examples include streptococcus pneumoniae, haemophilus influenzae, mycoplasma pneum

What is eardrum perforation? Perforation of the eardrum is a rupture or hole produced in the membrane that separates the middle ear from the outer ear. This injury can cause infections by the entrance of bacteria to the ear, even causing hearing loss. However, in most cases a perforated ear drum will heal itself within a few weeks. If you think you have a perforated eardrum, see your GP.

What is a periacetabular osteotomy (PAO)? Periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) is a surgical procedure used to treat certain hip conditions, particularly hip dysplasia in young adults and acetabular retroversion. It involves repositioning the acetabulum, the socket part of the hip joint, to improve its coverage of the femoral head (the ball part of the hip joint). By reorienting the acetabu