Locate medical conditions by their starting letter
Some Random Medical Conditions
Intracranial hypertension
Intracranial hypertension (IH) is the medical name for a build-up of pressure around the brain.
Colostomy
A colostomy is a surgical procedure to divert one end of the large intestine (colon) through an opening in the abdominal wall(tummy).
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops in the lining that covers the outer surface of some of the body's organs. It's usually linked to asbestos exposure.
Cholera
Cholera is a potentially fatal bacterial infection caused by consuming contaminated food or water.
Low back pain
Back pain is a common problem that affects most people at some point in their life.
Swelling or lump
Most lumps and swellings under the skin are harmless and can be left alone. However, see your GP ifyou develop anew lump or swelling so that the cause can be identified.
Soft tissue sarcoma
Soft tissue sarcomas are a group of rare cancers affecting the tissues that connect, support and surround other body structures and organs.
Tinea pedis
Athlete's foot is a rash caused by a fungus that usually appears between the toes.
Indigestion
Indigestion (dyspepsia) is a general term for pain or discomfort felt in the stomach and under the ribs.
Hereditary neuropathy with pressure palsies (HNPP)
Hereditary neuropathy with pressure palsies (HNPP) is an inherited nerve disorder that typically causes numbness, tingling and muscle weakness.
Generalised anxiety disorder
Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe.
Total protein test
A total protein test measures the amount ofprotein in your blood.
Beta-blockers
Beta-blockers (beta-adrenoceptor blocking agents) work mainly bydecreasing the activity of the heart by blocking the action of hormones like adrenaline.
Iron deficiency anaemia
Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition where a lack of iron in the body leads to a reduction in the number of red blood cells.
Soiling of pants in children (encopresis)
Encopresis is the medical term for a toilet-trained child (aged four or older) soiling their clothes. The soiling usually happens during the day, when the child is awake and active.
Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver caused by continuous long-term liver damage. Scar tissue replaceshealthy tissue in the liver and prevents the liver working properly.