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Treating constipation Constipation
ConstipationTreatment for constipation depends on the cause, how long you've had itand how severe your symptoms are. In many cases, it's possible to relieve the symptoms by making dietary and lifestyle changes. The various treatments forconstipationare outlined below. You can also read a summary of the pros and cons of the treatments for constipation .
Introduction Contact dermatitis
Contact dermatitisContact dermatitis is a type of eczematriggered bycontact with a particular substance. Eczema is the name for a group of conditions that cause skin to become irritated and dry. With treatment, most people with contact dermatitis can expect their symptoms to improve. Some cases willclear up completely. This topic covers: Symptoms When to
Symptoms Contact dermatitis
Contact dermatitisContact dermatitis can cause skin to become red, inflamed (irritated), blistered, dry, thickened and cracked . These symptoms can develop on any area of the body, although the hands and face are most often affected. Symptomscaused by an irritant usually appear within 48 hours,or even immediately. Milder irritants (such as soap and
Complications Congenital heart disease
Congenital heart diseaseChildren and adults with congenital heart disease are at an increased riskof developing further problems. Developmental problems Many children with congenital heart disease experience delays in their development.For example, they may take longer to start walking or talking. They may also have lifelong problems with physical co-ordination. Some
Diagnosing DDH Hip dysplasia (children)
Hip dysplasia (children)Within 72 hours of giving birth, your baby's hips will be checked as part of the newborn physical examination . Another hip examination is carried out when your baby is between six and eight weeks old. The examination involves gentle manipulation of your baby's hip joints to check if there are any problems, and shouldn't cause them any discomfort.
Treatment Conjunctivitis
ConjunctivitisThe recommended treatment for conjunctivitis will depend on whether it's caused by infection, an allergic reaction or an irritant, such as a stray eyelash. Each treatment option is discussed in more detail below. Infective conjunctivitis Most cases of infective conjunctivitis don't need medical treatment and clear up in one to two weeks. Self
Treating concussion Concussion
ConcussionThere are a number of self care techniques you can use to relieve mild concussionsymptoms. If more serious symptoms start to develop, seek immediate medical treatment. Some self care techniques for mild symptoms of concussion are outlined below. applya cold compress to the injury to reduce swelling a bag of frozen vegetableswrapped in a
What can cause a cough? Cough
CoughSome of the main causes of short-term (acute) and persistent (chronic) coughs are outlined below. Short-term coughs Common causes of a short-term cough include: an upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) that affects the throat, windpipe or sinuses examples area cold , flu , laryngitis , sinusitis or whooping cough a lower respiratory tract
When to see your GP Cough
CoughThere's usually no need to see your GP if you or your childhave a mild cough for a week or two. However, you should seek medical advice if: you've had a cough for more than three weeks your cough is particularly severe or isgetting worse you cough up blood or experience shortness of breath , breathing difficulties or chest pain you have any
Patient story: "My heart was racing... the pain was awful" Coronary heart disease
Coronary heart diseaseAfter a heart attack, 36-year-old Debbie Siddons was too scared to pick up her 18-month-old baby. Rehabilitation helped her move on with her life. It was the usual rush in the Siddons household as Debbie raced around getting her four children ready for school. But as she strode into the living room to summon her eldest, she was suddenly stopped in