Health Care Collection (page 6)

Pattern of Medicine

Toothbrush

Standing Out From The Crowd
head rising out in a crowd of faces

Dental plaque and tartar. Clinical view of a the teeth in a patients lower jaw, with the incisors coated in bacterial plaque and tartar (brown)

Acupuncture chart on a cast of a head and neck
Acupuncture head. Cast of the head of a Chinese man showing a traditional acupuncture chart. Meridians (lines) and points are mapped out across the skin surface

Wasp sting reaction. Swollen hand of a 43 year old man next to his other unaffected hand. The swelling and inflammation is caused by an allergic reaction to a wasp sting

Naked pregnant woman at full-term holds her back
Full-term pregnancy. View of the naked distended abdomen of a pregnant woman at full-term (9 months). She is holding her back. Lower back pain is common towards the end of pregnancy

Psoriasis lesions on the skin of a mans wrist. Psoriasis is a common skin disease involving a large increase in the speed of epidermal (outer skin layer) cell production

Artwork of insomnia
Insomnia or dreaming. Abstract illustration of a human brain depicting insomnia or otherwise the process of dreaming. An open eye is superimposed on a starry night sky, within an image of the brain

Finger of patient with peripheral vasoconstriction
Peripheral vasoconstriction. Finger showing necrosis or gangrene (tissue death) due to peripheral vasoconstriction. The constriction of the fingers blood vessels means that not enough blood is

Gout crystals. Polarised light micrograph of uric acid crystals in the synovial fluid (a lubricating liquid in joints) from a patient with gout

View of knees affected by osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis. View of the swollen knees of a patient with osteoarthritis. The knees have become deformed, causing the legs to curve outwards at the joint

Vitamin B12 injection, conceptual artwork
Vitamin B12 injection, conceptual composite artwork

Nude woman
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Power of attorney

Deformed sperm cell, SEM
Deformed sperm cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of double-tailed sperm cell, or spermatozoon. A sperm cells motility may be seriously affected by having multiple heavy tails

Botulism bacteria. Light micrograph of botulism bacteria (Clostridium botulinum). These bacteria occur naturally in soil. They produce botulinum toxin

Blood dripping into water, high-speed photograph

Woman Having A Facial Massage

Skeleton lifting a box incorrectly. Side view X- ray. This image shows the incorrect method of lifting heavy objects using the lower back muscles with the spine bent

Nanorobots. Computer artwork of nanorobots in the brain, surrounded by nerve impulses. Microscopic robot technology could be developed in the future to treat diseases in new ways

Artwork of nasal spray being used in hay fever
Nasal spray for hay fever. Illustration of a nasal spray being used to deliver a corticosteroid drug into the nose to treat hay fever

Artwork of ear, nose & throat in a cold sufferer
Common cold. Artwork of a sagittal section through the human ear, nose and throat to show features of the common cold. The common cold is a viral infection causing fluid discharge (yellow)

Creation of artificial life, artwork
Creation of artificial life. Conceptual computer artwork depicting the creation of a new life-form in a petri dish. Geneticists are working on methods for combining artificially replicated genes into

Anthrax antibiotics research. Antibiotic drugs (discs) being tested on anthrax bacteria (Bacillus anthracis) colonies being cultured on an agar growth medium in a petri dish

Caricature of an intensive care ward
Intensive care. Caricature of a patient in an intensive care ward. He is surrounded by attendant doctors and nurses, several charts, displays and drips. He looks annoyed at all the attention

Doctor examining full leg cast of patient
Repairing a broken leg. A doctor examining a full leg cast on a patient. The cast is made from Deltalite. This is a type of glass fibre commonly used for large casts due to its lightness compared to

Art of pulmonary tuberculosis with lung cavities
Pulmonary tuberculosis. Illustration of a human lung diseased with pulmonary tuberculosis. At centre right is the affected lung seen sectioned through; at left is the heart with its associated blood

Schizophrenia: artwork of brain and paintings
Schizophrenia. Illustration of the limbic system in a human brain - the area thought to be damaged in schizophrenia - surrounded by images of despair and madness by famous artists

Allergens in trachea. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of the trachea (windpipe) with a number of pollen grains (yellow) attached

Posterior view of a naked woman with back pain

Shingles nerve damage

Measuring alcohol intake, artwork
Measuring alcohol intake. Artwork representing the measurement of daily alcohol intake. Drinking too much alcohol can lead to dependence and health problems

Illustration of arcus senilis condition of the eye
Arcus senilis. Illustration of a close-up of an eye showing the condition arcus senilis, in which a grey-white circle in the periphery of the cornea occurs around the edge of the iris

Gross specimen of heart, myocardial infarction
Myocardial infarction. Sectioned heart showing an area of myocardial infarction (dark region, bottom left) in the left ventricle

Medical zodiac, 15th century diagram
Medical zodiac. 15th century diagram with Greek text illustrating how the human body relates to the zodiac signs. Such information was used in medical practices, such as bloodletting

Waterloo false teeth. These Victorian dentures were made from real teeth embedded in ivory (across top and bottom). They are called Waterloo teeth as they allegedly came from dead soldiers

The Triumph of Death, Medieval fresco
" The Triumph of Death", 15th century fresco. This fresco hung in the Palazzo Scalfani in Palermo, Italy. The building became a civic hospital in 1435

Medieval plague scene. Victorian woodcut of a street in a town afflicted by a plague epidemic. The town crier precedes a cart, shouting " bring out your dead" as bodies are piled

Potts disease in Egyptian tomb drawing
Tracing from an Egyptian tomb of a man suffering from Potts disease, or tuberculosis of the spine. The deformity is due to a bacterial infection in childhood which affects the front of the spinal

Burning incense. Smoke trailing from a burning incense, or joss, stick in a holder (lower centre). As the stick burns a highly fragrant smoke is released

Spinal cord stroke, MRI scan
Spinal cord stroke. Coloured Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan of a side view of a patients lower (thoracic, T) spine showing spinal cord infarction (stroke)

Broken nose, X-ray
Broken nose. Coloured X-ray of a side view of a mans head showing a broken nose (upper centre). The fracture of the nasal bone appears as a thin line

Verruca
A verruca (or plantar wart), a small benign growth in the skin caused by a virus infection. Unlike the common wart they grow on the soles of the feet

Aortic dissection, 3D CT scan
Aortic dissection. 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of a 67-year-old man with an aortic dissection. The aorta, the bodys main artery, is running vertically down centre (red)

Artwork showing acne and rupture of follicle
Acne vulgaris. Artwork showing aspects of acne vulgaris, a skin disorder in which the sebaceous glands in hair follicles become inflamed

Broken shoulder, X-ray
Broken shoulder. X-ray of the shoulder of a patient with a fracture in the neck of the humerus (upper arm bone)

Normal skull, 3D CT scan
Normal skull. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the healthy skull of a 36 year old patient

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From ancient remedies to modern innovations, the evolution has come a long way. 🌡️⚕️ In the Middle Ages, a peculiar contraption known as the Medieval urine wheel was used to diagnose illnesses based on the color and smell of one's urine. Thankfully, today we have advanced diagnostic tools like MRI scans that provide detailed images of our brains, helping doctors identify abnormalities. Eyesight tests have also evolved over time. From deciphering letters on an old-fashioned chart to high-tech equipment that can detect even the slightest vision impairments, ensuring optimal eye health is now easier than ever. Health visitors in the 1950s played a crucial role in providing support and guidance for families during times of illness or childbirth. Their dedication paved the way for modern healthcare professionals who continue to offer invaluable assistance and care. Who knew synchronised swimming could be more than just a sport? It turns out practicing this graceful art form not only promotes physical fitness but also enhances overall well-being by improving cardiovascular health and muscular strength. Dental care has seen significant advancements too. Panoramic dental X-rays allow dentists to capture comprehensive images of our teeth and jaw structure, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. The Roman statue of Asclepius reminds us of ancient civilizations' belief in divine healing powers. While faith still plays a role for some individuals today, medical science has provided us with home cholesterol test kits that enable us to monitor our heart health conveniently from home. X-rays have revolutionized medicine by enabling doctors to visualize internal structures without invasive procedures. Pneumothorax treatment is just one example where X-ray technology helps guide life-saving interventions. Even famous figures like Sigmund Freud contributed significantly to healthcare through their groundbreaking work in psychology. A signed sepia photograph from 1921 serves as a reminder of his influential contributions towards understanding mental well-being. Acupuncture meridians and points have been utilized for centuries to promote balance and healing.