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Some Random Medical Conditions
Teeth grinding
Bruxism (BRUK-siz-um) is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth.
Stuttering
Stammering also sometimes referred to as stuttering is a relatively common speech problem in childhood,which can persist into adulthood.
Herbal medicines
Herbal medicines are those with active ingredients made from plant parts, such as leaves, roots or flowers. However, being 'natural' doesn't necessarily mean they're safe for you to take.
Nephrotic syndrome in children
Nephrotic syndrome is a conditionthat causes the kidneys to leak large amounts of protein into the urine.This canlead toa range of problems, including swelling of body tissues and a greater chance of catching infections.
Facial paralysis
Bell's palsy is a condition that causes temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face. It is the most common cause of facial paralysis.
Subarachnoid haemorrhage
A subarachnoid haemorrhage is an uncommon type of stroke caused by bleeding on the surface of the brain. It's a very serious condition and can be fatal.
Threadworms
Threadworms, also known as pinworms,are tiny parasitic worms thatinfect thelarge intestine of humans.
Cornea transplant
A cornea transplant is an operation to remove all or part of a damaged cornea and replace it with healthydonor tissue.
Gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that develops during pregnancy and usually disappears after giving birth. It can occur at any stage of pregnancy, but is more common in the second half.
Pulmonary embolism
A pulmonary embolism is a blockage in the pulmonary artery, the blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the lungs.
White coated tongue
A coated or white tongueoccurs when the surface is colonised by bacteria or fungi, and dead cells become trapped between the small nodules on the tongue.
Munchausen’s syndrome
Munchausen's syndrome is a psychological disorder where someone pretends to be ill ordeliberately producessymptoms of illness in themselves.
Testicular feminisation syndrome
Androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS) is a rare condition that affects the development of a child's genitals and reproductive organs.
Tuberous sclerosis
Tuberous sclerosis, also known as tuberous sclerosis complex, is a rare genetic condition that causes mainlynon-cancerous ( benign ) tumours to develop in different parts of the body.
Sore lips
Your lips can become chapped and dry when they're exposed to the sun, wind or coldair. Alip balm containing petroleum or beeswax will provide a barrier and help seal in moisture.
Hamstring injury
A hamstring injury is a strain or tear to the tendons or large muscles at the back of the thigh.
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis is where a bone in the spine (vertebra) slips out of position, either forwards or backwards.