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Diagnosing Gilbert's syndrome Gilbert's syndrome
Gilbert's syndromeGilberts syndrome can be diagnosed using a blood test to measure the levels of bilirubin in your blood and a liver function test . When the liver is damaged, it releases enzymes into the blood. At the same time, levels of proteins that the liver produces to keep the body healthy begin to drop. By measuring the levels of these enzymes and
Diagnosing hay fever Seasonal allergic rhinitis
Seasonal allergic rhinitisYour GP should be able to diagnose hay fever from a description of your symptoms. In some cases, you may be referred for allergy testing. A diagnosis for hay fever would usually only be required: if your symptoms were particularly severe the pattern of your symptoms was unusual for example, if you havesymptoms during the winter or while indoors
Treating hay fever Seasonal allergic rhinitis
Seasonal allergic rhinitisBefore going to see your GP, you could visit your pharmacist and try to treat your hay fever symptoms with over-the-counter medications, such as antihistamines. Make an appointment to see your GP if your symptoms don't improve after using antihistamines. You may need treatment with prescription medications, such as nasal steroid medication (
Complications of hay fever Seasonal allergic rhinitis
Seasonal allergic rhinitisHay fever can lead to complications such as sinusitis and middle ear infections (otitis media). It can also have a significant impact on your daily activities. In one study, a third of adults with hay fever reported that their symptoms had a considerable negative impact on their work, home and social life. Children's symptoms can disrupt their
Living with Haemophilia
HaemophiliaLiving with haemophilia With treatment, most people with haemophilia can live a normal life. However, there are some things you'll need to be careful of. For example, you should avoid contact sports such as rugby. You also need to be careful taking other medications, because some can interfere with your blood's ability to clot. Common examples of
Introduction Piles (haemorrhoids)
Piles (haemorrhoids)Haemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swellings containing enlarged blood vessels found inside or around the bottom (the rectum and anus). In many cases,haemorrhoids don't cause symptoms and some peopledon't even realise they have them. However, when symptoms do occur, they may include: bleeding after passing a stool the blood is usually
Diagnosing haemorrhoids (piles) Piles (haemorrhoids)
Piles (haemorrhoids)Your GP can diagnose haemorrhoids (piles) by examining your back passageto check for swollen blood vessels. Some people with haemorrhoids are reluctant to see their GP. But there's no need to be embarrassedall GPs are used to diagnosing and treating piles. It's important to tell your GP about all of your symptoms for example, tell them if
Introduction Tendon repair, hand
Tendon repair, handIf any of the tendons in your hand are damaged, surgery may be needed to repair them and help restore movement in the affected fingers or thumb. What are tendons? Tendons are tough cords of tissue that connect muscles to bones. When a group of muscles contract (tighten), the attached tendons will pull on certain bones, allowing you to make a
Complications of hand tendon repair Tendon repair, hand
Tendon repair, handSome common complications of tendon repair include infection, the tendon rupturing and the repaired tendon sticking to nearby tissue. Infection An infection develops after about one in every 20tendon repair operations. Infection risk is highest if the hand is damaged and the wound is contaminated by dirt. Crushing injuries are also more likely
Symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth diseaseThe symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease usually develop between three and five days after being exposed to the infection. The first symptoms may include: a high temperature (fever),usuallyaround 38-39C (100.4-102.2F) a general sense of feeling unwell loss of appetite Cough abdominal (tummy)pain a sore throat and mouth Mouth