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Symptoms of a venous leg ulcer Venous leg ulcer
Venous leg ulcerVenous leg ulcers are open, often painful, sores in the skin that take more thana monthto heal. They usuallydevelop on the inside of the leg, just above the ankle. If you have a venous leg ulcer, you may also have: swollen ankles ( Angioedema ) discolouration and darkening of the skin around the ulcer hardened skin around the ulcer, which
Causes of venous leg ulcers Venous leg ulcer
Venous leg ulcerA venous leg ulcer can develop after a minor injury if there's a problem with the circulation of blood in your leg veins. If this happens, pressure inside the veins increases. This constant high pressure can gradually damage the tiny blood vessels in your skin and make it fragile. As a result, your skin can easily break and form an ulcer after a
Preventing a venous leg ulcer Venous leg ulcer
Venous leg ulcerYou can help reduce your risk of developing a venous leg ulcer in several ways, such as wearing a compression stocking, losing weight and taking care of your skin. People most at risk of developing a venous leg ulcer are those who have previously had a leg ulcer. Compression stockings If you've previously had a venous leg ulcer, or you're at
Introduction LEMS
LEMSLambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a very rare condition that affectsthe signals sent from the nerves to the muscles. It means the muscles are unable to tighten (contract) properly, resulting inmuscle weakness and a range of other symptoms. About half of LEMS cases occur in middle-aged or older people with Lung cancer .The
Outlook for LEMS LEMS
LEMSSome people respond well to treatment and are eventually able to stop taking medication, although this may not be for several years. Others respond less well and find thecondition affects their everyday activities and quality of life. LEMS doesn't affect life expectancy if it's not associated with cancer. But people with lung cancer and LEMStend
Introduction Laparoscopy
LaparoscopyLaparoscopy is a type of surgical procedure that allows a surgeon to access the inside of the abdomen (tummy) and pelvis without having to make large incisions in the skin. This procedure is also known as keyhole surgery or minimally invasive surgery. Large incisions can be avoided during laparoscopy because the surgeon uses an instrument
Introduction Leukaemia, acute lymphoblastic
Leukaemia, acute lymphoblasticAcute lymphoblastic leukaemia is a type of cancer that affects the white blood cells.It progresses rapidly and aggressively and requires immediate treatment. Both adults and children can be affected.Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia is very rare, with around 650 people diagnosed with the condition each year in the UK. Half of all cases diagnosed are
Diagnosing laryngitis Laryngitis
LaryngitisLaryngitis often gets better without treatment, so you don't usually need to see your GP unless you have particularly severe or long-lasting symptoms. If you see your GP with laryngitis, they ' ll discuss with you what could be causing the condition, including: overusing your voice smoking Alcohol misuse allergies Your GP may refer
Zoe's story Milk intolerance
Milk intoleranceZoe Bastion is an assistant content producer at the BBC. She has had primary lactose intolerance formost of her life."I can't digest any dairy products at all, and have had problems with them most of my life. When I eat dairy food I suffer from diarrhoea, usually within a few hours. I avoid milk in coffee and don't eat yoghurt or hard cheese
Introduction Laryngeal (larynx) cancer
Laryngeal (larynx) cancerLaryngeal cancer is a type of cancer thataffects the larynx (voice box). The larynx is part of the throat found at the entrance of the windpipe (trachea). It plays an importantrole in helping you breathe and speak. In the UK, there are about 2,400 new cases of laryngeal cancer each year. The condition is more common in people over the age of