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A pulse oximeter is a device designed to measure the level of blood oxygenation, which is a standard procedure for patient care in hospitals and ambulances. Due to the simple mechanism of action and quick results, this medical tool is also increasingly often used at home.

Blood counts are one of the basic tests that can alert you to the presence of various pathophysiological conditions in your body. They are relatively cheap and can be invaluable in the diagnosis of various diseases. In this article let us focus on creatinine levels in the blood serum, which reflects the state of the kidneys' excretory function.

What exactly is creatinine? 

Dryness in the throat and esophagus can be eliminated by moistening them with, for example, mouthwashes, syrups, or sprays containing, among others, marshmallow root, hyaluronic acid, and Icelandic lichen. It is also worth avoiding spicy and salty dishes and drugs, drinking plenty of water, and using chewing gum.

Microwave radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength between 30 cm and about 1 mm - on the electromagnetic spectrum, it is between infrared radiation and ultrashort waves. Microwaves are the shortest type of radio waves. They are created similarly to radio waves but have a higher frequency.

The SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus belongs to the Coronaviridae family, which comprises zoonotic viruses found in birds and mammals. Symptoms of a SARS-CoV-2 infection include fever, weakness and fatigue, shortness of breath, cough, and difficulty breathing.

Fever is one of the human body's defense mechanisms and an important warning signal informing about a developing disease or its exacerbation. It is tied to the increased production of the so-called pyrogenic cytokines which activate specific enzymes - cyclooxygenases (COX) - in the hypothalamus. This leads to increased production of prostaglandins (including PGE2), which affect the thermoregulation center, resulting in an increase in body temperature. A slight increase (in the range of 37.1–38.0°C) is called a low-grade fever. 

Many countries around the world have introduced an order to cover the lower parts of the face, nose, and mouth in public places to reduce the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection. It is widely advised to cover mouth and nose at least until an effective coronavirus vaccine is developed and widely available. Many different types of protective face masks can be currently found in pharmacies and stores. They have different purposes and are made of different materials. However, the question is - does a face mask protect against the coronavirus?