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Some Random Medical Conditions
Meningitis
Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges).
Thyroiditis
Thyroiditis is the medical term for inflammation (swelling) of the thyroid gland, whichcan either cause abnormally high or low levels of thyroid hormones in the blood.
Hallux valgus
A bunion is a bonydeformity of the joint at the base of the big toe.The medical name is hallux valgus.
Sleepwalking
Sleepwalking is when someone walks or carries out complex activities while not fully awake.
Alcohol misuse
Alcohol misuse means drinking excessively more than the lower-risklimits of alcohol consumption.
LEMS
Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a very rare condition that affectsthe signals sent from the nerves to the muscles.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by a virus that is spread in the poo of an infected person.
Disorders of sex development
Disorders of sex development (DSDs) are a group of rare conditions where the reproductive organs and genitals don't develop as expected.
Dandruff
Dandruff is a common skin condition that causes white or grey flakes of skin to appear onthe scalp and in the hair.
Caesarean section
A caesarean section,or C-section,is an operation to deliveryour baby through a cut made in your tummy and womb.
Antisocial personality disorder
Personality disorders are mental health conditions that affect how someonethinks, perceives, feels or relates to others.
Hydronephrosis
Hydronephrosis is a condition where one or both kidneys become stretched and swollen as theresult of a build-up of urine inside them.
Arthritis
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint.
Oral thrush in babies
Oral thrush in babies and young children is a fungal infection in the mouth that's usually harmless and easily treatable.
Venous leg ulcer
A leg ulcer is a long-lasting (chronic) sore that takes more than four to six weeks to heal. They usuallydevelop on the inside of the leg, just above the ankle.
Toxocariasis
Toxocariasis is a rare infection caused by roundworm parasites. It's spread from animals to humansthrough contact withinfected faeces.
Gallstones
Gallstones are small stones, usually made of cholesterol, that form in the gallbladder. In most cases they don't cause any symptoms and don't need to be treated.
Low dose aspirin
Aspirin is a common medicine that has a number of uses, from relieving pain to reducing the risk of serious problems such as heart attacks and strokes.