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Outlook forchronic IH Intracranial hypertension
Intracranial hypertensionChronic IH can be life threatening if it remains undiagnosed and the underlying causes are not treated. You should be referred to a specialist as soon as possible if your doctor suspects it. Idiopathic IH isn't usually life threatening, but can be a lifelong problem. While many people find their symptoms are relieved with treatment, the symptoms
Causes of jet lag Jet lag
Jet lagJet lagoccurswhenthe body has to adapt to a new light-dark schedule and normal daily routine after crossing several time zones. Symptoms such as sleep disruption and tiredness are the result of your body finding it difficult to adjust to your new location's time zone because your body clocks can't adjust immediately. Circadian rhythms
Pain in many joints Joint pain
Joint painRheumatoid arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis is another type of arthritis that causes pain and swelling in the joints usually the hands, feet and wrists. The pain may come and go in the early phases, with long periods between attacks. Itcan leave you feeling generally unwell and tired. . Psoriatic arthritis Psoriatic arthritis affects up to one
What causes long QT syndrome? Jervell and Lange-Nielsen
Jervell and Lange-NielsenTo understand the underlying cause of long QT syndrome, it's important to know how the heart cells work. On the surface of each heart muscle cell are tiny pores, or ion channels. These open and close to let electrically charged sodium, calcium and potassium atoms (ions) flow into and out of the cells. This passage of ions generates the heart's
Treating long QT syndrome Jervell and Lange-Nielsen
Jervell and Lange-NielsenMost people with inherited long QT syndrome will need treatment with medicines. Beta-blockers , such aspropranololornadolol, may be prescribed to help control irregular heartbeats and slow down your heart rate. If your symptoms are frequent or severe, and you have a high risk of having a life-threatening arrhythmia, you may need to have a
Kernicterus in newborn babies Jaundice in newborns
Jaundice in newbornsKernicterus is a rare but serious complication of untreated jaundice in babies. It'scaused by excess bilirubin damaging the brain or central nervous system. In newborn babies with very high levels of bilirubin in the blood (hyperbilirubinaemia), the bilirubin can cross the thin layer of tissue that separates the brain and blood (the blood-brain
Symptoms of interstitial cystitis Interstitial cystitis
Interstitial cystitisThe main symptoms of interstitial cystitis are: intense Pelvic pain (felt below your bellybutton) sudden, strong urges to pee needing to pee more often than normal waking up several times during the night to go to the toilet The pain may be worse when your bladder is full and may be temporarily relieved when you go to the toilet. You might
When to see your GP Interstitial cystitis
Interstitial cystitisYou should see your GP if you have persistent pelvic pain or you notice a change in your usual pattern of urination. These symptoms can have a number of causes, so it's a good idea to get a proper diagnosis. Your GP can refer you to a hospital specialist such as a urologist (a specialist in conditions affecting the urinary system) for further
Living with a kidney transplant Renal transplant
Renal transplantThe following lifestyle advice is usually recommended to help you stay healthy after akidney transplant. Stop smoking If you smoke, it's strongly recommended that you stop as soon as possible because smoking can reduce the life of your new kidney and can increase your risk of developing some types of cancer. The NHS Smokefree website can provide
'I was a bag of emotions, both thrilled and terrified' Renal transplant
Renal transplantIvy Ashworth-Crees talks about how much better her life is since her double kidney and pancreas transplant."Over 30 years ago, I started to have diabetes and had tohave insulin injections four times a day. I also had to work hard on my diet to make sure I didnt eat too much sweet food."After about 25 years, I got kidney failure and, in 2003, I had