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Getting tested for chlamydia Chlamydia
ChlamydiaThe only way to find out if you have chlamydia is to get tested. You can get tested whether or not you have symptoms. If you live in England, you're under 25 and you're sexually active, it is recommended that you get tested every year or when you change sexual partner, as you're more likely to catch chlamydia. Whatdoes the chlamydia test
TreatmentsforChiari I malformations Chiari malformation
Chiari malformationTreatment for Chiari I malformation depends on whether you have any symptoms and how severe they are. You might not need any treatment if you don't have any symptoms.Painkillers can help relieve any headaches and neck pain.If your headaches are severe or you have problems caused by the pressure on your spinal cord (such as movement difficulties),
CausesofChiari I malformations Chiari malformation
Chiari malformationThe exact cause of Chiari I malformations is unknown. It tends to be present from birth, but is normally only found in adulthood when symptoms develop or when an MRI scan is done. Many cases are thought to be the result of part of the skull not being large enough for the brain.Chiari I malformations can also develop in people with a tethered
How it affects the skin Keratosis pilaris
Keratosis pilarisThe patches of affected skin will be covered in tiny spiky bumps, which may be white, red or skin-coloured. This spotting looks like"chicken skin" or permanent goose pimples, and the skin feels rough, like sandpaper. In some people, the skin itches and there may be inflammation and pinkness around the bumps. Keratosis pilariscan't be spread
Common causes of chest pain Chest pain
Chest painMost chest pain is not heart-related and isn't a sign of a life-threatening problem. This information should give you an idea of whether these conditions may be causing your chest pain, but you should always seek medical advice to make sure you get a proper diagnosis. Some common causes of chest pain include: gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
Other possible causes Chest pain
Chest painThere are many other potential causes of chest pain, including: shingles a viralinfection of a nerve and the area of skin around it, whichcausesa painful rash that develops into itchy blisters mastitis pain and swelling of the breast, which is usually caused by an infection, most commonly during breastfeeding acute cholecystitis
Help and support Charles Bonnet syndrome
Charles Bonnet syndromeIf you have Charles Bonnet syndrome, talking about your hallucinations and how they make you feel may help you cope better. You could try talking to your family, friends, GP, optician, or ophthalmologist. Mental health professionals, such ascounsellors, psychologists or psychiatrists, may also be able to help if you're finding the hallucinations
Treatment Cleft lip and palate
Cleft lip and palateChildren with a cleft lip or palate may need several treatments and assessments as they grow up. The cleft is usually treated with surgery. Other treatments, such asspeech therapy or dental care, may be needed for associated symptoms. Your child will be cared for bya specialist multidisciplinarycleft team within an NHS cleft centre. This page
Introduction Research and clinical trials
Research and clinical trialsA clinical trial compares the effects of one treatment with another.It may involve patients, healthy people, or both. How do I take part in a clinical trial? Why join a clinical trial? Will I get paid? Whathappens in a clinical trial? What should I know before I sign up? How are trials regulated and judged ethical? How are
Patient story: "I thought it might help me or someone else." Research and clinical trials
Research and clinical trialsWhen Nigel Lewis-Baker was told he had advanced prostate cancer, it was too late for surgery or radiotherapyas he had probably had a fast-growing form of the disease for several years. The only choice was one of twotypes of hormonal treatment.This worked for a while, but the cancer returned and he stopped taking the hormone treatment. Nigel was