ÄZQ publishes five updated health information

23.06.2022 10:18

The ÄZQ has been producing understandable brief information on various diseases and health topics for 12 years. Anyone who would like to receive scientifically sound and advertising-free information can print out the information sheets free of charge, display them or pass them on directly to patients. The 2-page brief information now appears in a fundamental graphical revision. A contemporary design and a clear structure help those affected and interested to find answers to questions even faster.

During the redesign, great emphasis was placed on space for explanatory images and recommendations for everyday life. The new color scheme in blue-green tones corresponds to this Patient information portal and ensures a high recognition value. All brief information is available there as a PDF document or in HTML format.

In detail: The brief information revised in terms of content and appearance

• Endometriosis – A common cause of abdominal pain or unwanted childlessness

With endometriosis, tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterine cavity. This brief information explains how the illness and childlessness are related. It also provides information about treatment options, such as hormones or operations.

• Permanently severe pain – when do opioids help?

Opioids are neither a panacea nor a cure-all. Here, patients learn, among other things, when opioids should be used and when not. You will also find information on what needs to be taken into account when using it.

• Oral cancer – risk factors and signs

The updated briefing describes signs and risk factors for oral cancer. For example, anyone who smokes and drinks regularly has a 30-fold increased risk of becoming ill.

• Bladder cancer – what do experts recommend?

Every year around 30,000 people in Germany develop bladder cancer. Signs of the disease may include blood in the urine or pain when urinating. This information helps understand the condition and doctor-recommended treatment options.

• Cervical cancer – easy to detect with a cell smear

The diagnosis of cervical cancer is often a shock and stressful. In this information, the ÄZQ explains what guideline-based diagnostics and treatment look like. In addition, affected women can find help and practical tips on how they can better deal with the disease.

On the Internet

• Endometriosis – A common cause of abdominal pain or unwanted childlessness
• Permanently severe pain – when do opioids help?
• Oral cancer – risk factors and signs
• Bladder cancer – what do experts recommend?
• Cervical cancer – easy to detect with a cell smear
• Further brief information in the patient information portal