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Treating cytomegalovirus (CMV) Cytomegalovirus
CytomegalovirusCytomegalovirus (CMV) infections only usually require treatment if there's a risk of serious complications. Most CMV infections don't cause any symptoms and don't need to be treated. If you have symptoms after being infected with CMV for the first time, over-the-counter painkillers such as paracetamol or Painkillers, ibuprofen can help
Preventing cytomegalovirus (CMV) Cytomegalovirus
CytomegalovirusIt's not always possible to prevent a cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection, but there are steps you can take to reduce the risk. Most people don't worry aboutpreventing CMV, because it doesn't often cause symptoms. However, you should be careful if you're at increased risk of developing more serious problems or if you're planning a pregnancy.
Introduction Coccydynia
CoccydyniaCoccydynia is a pain felt in your coccyx. This is the last bone at the bottom of the spine (tailbone). You can get it if you injure or strain your coccyx or the surrounding muscles and ligaments. In most cases, the pain will improve over a few weeks or months, but occasionally it can last much longer and severely affect your ability to carry out
Treatment Coccydynia
CoccydyniaThere are a number of treatments that can help reduce the pain of coccydynia. Simple measures you can try at home are usually recommended first. Coccydynia often improves over a few weeks or months. If it continues despite simple treatments, your GP may refer you to a specialist to discuss other options. This page covers: Self-care measures
Patient story: "I haven't touched a drop for three years now." Cirrhosis
CirrhosisSix months of heavy drinking during a stressful period at work left Judith Heath with cirrhosis. She tells her story. I used to work as a practice manager for two GPs and found my job very stressful. I had problems with one of the doctors and became very stressed and anxious about going into work. "Id come home at night really wound up. It became
Symptoms of claustrophobia Claustrophobia
ClaustrophobiaPanic attacks are common among people with claustrophobia. They can be very frightening and distressing and symptoms often occur without warning. As well as overwhelming feelings of anxiety, a panic attack can also cause physical symptoms, such as: sweating trembling hot flushes or chills shortness of breath or difficulty breathing a
Introduction Colposcopy
ColposcopyA colposcopy is a simple procedureused to look at the cervix, the lower partof the wombat thetop of the vagina.It's oftendone if Smear test finds abnormal cells in your cervix. These cellsaren't harmfuland often go away on their own, but sometimes there's a risk they could eventually turn into cervical cancer if not treated. A colposcopycan
Introduction Colostomy
ColostomyA colostomy is a surgical procedure to divert one end of the large intestine (colon) through an opening in the abdominal wall(tummy). The end of the bowel is called a stoma.Apouch is placed over the stoma to collect waste products that usually pass through the colon and out of the body through the rectum and anus (back passage). A colostomy can
Introduction Cluster headaches
Cluster headachesCluster headaches are excruciating attacks of pain in one side of the head, often felt around the eye. They're estimated to affect around 1 in 500-1,000 people. Anyone of any age can be affected, but they're more common in men and tend to develop in people over the age of 20. It's not clear exactly what causes cluster headaches, but they've been
When to see a doctor if you have cluster headaches? Cluster headaches
Cluster headachesThe first time you experience what you think may be a cluster headache, then you should see a doctor as soon as possible. The doctor will ask you about your symptoms and may refer you for tests. In some people, a brain scan is needed to exclude other conditions that can have similar symptoms to cluster headaches. Typically, in cluster headaches