Medical Conditions

Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged overmany years.

Neurofibromatosis type 2

Neurofibromatosis is the general name for a number of genetic conditions that cause tumours to grow along your nerves.

Zika virus

Zika virus disease is mainly spread by mosquitoes. For most people it is a very mild infection and isn't harmful.

Genetics

Genetics is the branch of science that deals with how you inherit physical and behavioural characteristics, including medical conditions.

Hepatitis

Hepatitis is the term used to describe inflammationof the liver. It's usuallythe result ofa viral infection or liver damage caused by drinking alcohol.

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.

Work related upper limb disorder (WRULD)

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a general term used to describe the pain felt in muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection spread through inhaling tiny droplets from the coughs or sneezes of an infected person. It mainly affects the lungs, but it can affect any part of the body, including the tummy (abdomen) glands, bones and nervous system.

Rheumatic endocarditis

Rheumatic endocarditis is an inflammation of the endocardium. The inflammatory process if mostly localized in the valve endocardium, the layer which covers the tendons and papillary muscles, and rarely the parietal endocardium may be affected.

Sinusitis

Sinusitis is a common condition in which the lining of the sinuses becomes inflamed. It's usually caused by a viral infection and often improves within two or three weeks.

Testicular lumps and swellings

Lumps and swellings in the testicles are a relatively common symptom in boys and men,and can have a number of different causes.

Staphylococcal infections

Staphylococcal infections are a group of infections caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus. You may have heard them referred to as "staph infections".

Priapism

Priapism is a persistent and oftenpainful erection that lasts for several hours.

Anaesthesia

Anaesthesia means "loss of sensation". Medications that cause anaesthesia are called anaesthetics.

Erythema multiforme

Erythema multiforme is a skin reaction that can be triggered by an infection or medication. It's usually mild and goes away in a few weeks.

Gingivitis and periodontitis

Gum diseaseis a very common condition where the gums become swollen,sore or infected .

Nummular eczema

Discoid eczema, also known as nummular or discoid dermatitis, is a long-term skin condition that causesskin to become itchy, reddened, swollen and cracked incircular or oval patches.