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Preventing bursitis Bursitis - housemaid's knee
Bursitis - housemaid's kneeThere are a number of commonsense precautions you can take to prevent getting bursitis.Protect your jointsIf your job involves a lot of kneeling, such as carpet fitting, wearing a pair of knee pads will help protect your knees. If you run or walk regularly, make sure your walking or running shoes fit properly.You
Introduction Clostridium difficile
Clostridium difficileClostridium difficile, also known as C. difficile or C. diff,is a bacterium that can infect the bowel and cause diarrhoea. The infection most commonly affects people who have recently been treated with Penicillin , but can spread easily to others. C. difficileinfections are unpleasant and can sometimescauseserious bowel problems, butthey can
Causes of bunions Hallux valgus
Hallux valgusA bunion is the result of a deformity inthe joint of your big toe. The exact cause isn't clear. However, possible causes may include: Genetics (family history) arthritis other conditions and syndromes such as cerebral palsy and Marfan syndrome poorly fitting shoes These are discussed below. Genetics If other members of your family
What is it Median nerve compression
Median nerve compressionCarpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that causesa tingling sensation,numbness and sometimes pain in the hand and fingers. These sensations usually develop gradually and start off being worse during the night.They tend to affect the thumb, index finger andmiddle finger. Other symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include: Pins and
Treatment Cartilage damage
Cartilage damageMinor cartilage damage may improve on its own within a few weeks, but more severe damage will often require surgery. This page covers: Initial treatment and self-care Physiotherapy Surgery Less common surgical procedures Initial treatment and self-care If you've injured your joint and your symptoms aren't too severe for example,
Introduction Cataract surgery
Cataract surgeryCataract surgery is a procedure used to treat cataracts, where changes in the lens of the eye cause cloudy, blurry, or misty vision. It's the most common operation performed in the UK, with more than 300,000 procedures carried out each year. Cataracts Cataracts occur when changes in the lens of the eye cause it to become less transparent. The
Causes of cervical cancer Cervical cancer
Cervical cancerIn almost all cases, cervical cancer is the result of a change in cell DNA caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). Cancer begins with a change in the structure of the DNA that's present in all human cells. DNA provides the cells with a basic set of instructions, including when to grow and reproduce. A change in the DNA's structure is known
Diagnosing cervical cancer Cervical cancer
Cervical cancerIf cervical cancer is suspected, you'll be referred to a gynaecologist (a specialist in treating conditions of the female reproductive system). Referral will be recommended if the results of your Smear test suggest that there are abnormalities in the cells of your cervix. However, in most cases, the abnormalities don't mean you have cervical
Causes Erysipelas
ErysipelasCellulitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection. It occurs when bacteria get into the tissues beneath the skin. Howthe infectionoccurs The bacteria that cause cellulitis often live harmlessly on the skin. But if the surface of your skin is damaged, they can get into the layers underneath and cause an infection. The break in the skin may
Introduction Cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsyCerebral palsy isthe general termfor a number of neurological conditions that affect movement and co-or dination. Neurological conditions are caused by problems in the brain and nervous system. Specifically, cerebral palsy is caused by a problem in the parts of the brain responsible for controlling muscles. The conditioncan occur if the brain