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Patient story: "I felt like I'd been kicked in the chest." Myocardial infarction
Myocardial infarctionA quick diagnosis and emergency treatment saved Lynn Connor's life. "I'd just got back from holiday in Cyprus and was feeling on top of the world. I had given all the grandchildren their presents, when I suddenly felt like I was being kicked in the chest by a horse. I realised I had to get to a doctor quickly. "My GP knew immediately thatI was
Introduction Headaches
HeadachesHeadaches are one of the most common health complaints, but most aren't serious and are easily treated. In many cases, you can treat your headaches at home with over-the-counter painkillers and lifestyle changes, such as getting more rest and drinking enough fluids. However, it's a good idea to see your GP if your headaches aren't relieved
Classification of headaches Headaches
HeadachesHeadaches are an important public health issue that impact the lives of a significant of the world’s population, affecting patients with severe pain, nausea and sometimes visual impairment. Headaches can be caused by several pathological conditions. Figuring out what leads to the pain may require you to observe the environment, eating habits,
Vascular headaches Headaches
Headaches Vascular headaches refer to a group of headache conditions such as migraine headaches, cluster headaches and toxic headaches. Under this classification are usually headaches throbbing in character, pulsating and physical exertion increasing the pain. All involve dilation or swelling of the blood vessels in the head and scalp.
Headache due to arterial hypertension Headaches
HeadachesSymptoms Headache due to Arterial Hypertension are usually felt in the back of the head (occipital region). The pain is felt as an extreme tension in this region, and it usually affects the patient mostly at lunch hours and in the afternoon. While the headache spell is ongoing, the arterial pressure is high, the patient appears flushed, their
Causes of hearing problems in babies and children Hearing tests for children
Hearing tests for childrenThere are a number of reasons why a child may have a hearing problem, includingtemporary hearing loss froma common illness such as a cold . Somepossible causes of hearingloss thatmay be detected during routine tests include: glue ear a build-up of fluid in the middle ear, which is common inyoungchildren infections that develop in the womb
Spotting signs of a hearing problem Hearing tests for children
Hearing tests for childrenAlthough your child will be offered routine hearing tests as they grow up, it's still important for you to look out for signs of any problems and seek adviceif you have any concerns. For babies, the checklist in your baby's personal child health record (red book) can be used to help youcheck your child's hearing as they grow up. You can also
Introduction Myocardial infarction
Myocardial infarctionA heart attack (myocardial infarction or MI) is a serious medical emergency in which the supply of blood to the heart is suddenly blocked, usually by a blood clot. A heart attack is a medical emergency. Ask for an ambulance if you suspect a heart attack. A lack of blood to the heart may seriously damage the heart muscle and can be
Symptoms Myocardial infarction
Myocardial infarctionIf you suspect the symptoms of a heart attack, dial 999 immediately and ask for an ambulance. Don't worry if you have doubts. Paramedics would rather be called out to find an honest mistake has been made than be too late to save a person's life. Symptomsof a heart attack can include: Chest pain a sensation of pressure, tightness or squeezing
Headaches due to neuralgia or neuritis Headaches
HeadachesHeadaches due to Neuralgia or Neuritis are severe types of intermittent pain, which are localized in the area of the affected nerve. These conditions include trigeminal neuralgia and other conditions. Trigeminal neuralgia Trigeminal neuralgia is a pathological condition for which no specific cause has been established. The headache is unilateral,