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Diagnosis Cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosisTests can be carried out to diagnose cystic fibrosis at any age.Most cases are now detected soon after birth through newborn screening, but older children and adults with symptoms of cystic fibrosis who weren't screened can also have tests to check for the condition.Tests to find out if you are a "carrier" of the faulty gene responsible forcystic
Introduction Cystoscopy
CystoscopyA cystoscopy is a medical procedure used to examine the inside of the bladder using an instrument called a cystoscope. Acystoscope isa thin, fibre optic tube that has a lightand a camera at one end.It's inserted into the urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body) and moved up into the bladder. The camerarelays images to a screen,
Where are skin cysts found? Skin cyst
Skin cystEpidermoid cysts (one of the main types of cyst) are commonly found on theface,neck,chest, shoulders or skin around thegenitals. These cystsaffect young and middle-aged adults, and areespecially common in people with acne . They don't usually run in families. Some cysts form around the hair follicles. These are known as pilar cysts, and it's
Introduction Cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosisCystic fibrosis is an inherited condition in which the lungs and digestive system can become clogged with thick, sticky mucus. Itcan cause problems with breathing and digestion from a young age. Over many years, the lungs become increasingly damaged and may eventually stop working properly. Most cases of cystic fibrosis in the UK are now
Dandruff in babies Dandruff
DandruffBabies can sometimes have dandruff and yellow, greasy, scaly patches on their scalp.This is known as cradle cap. Cradle cap appears most often in babies in the first two months. It tends to last only a few weeks or months. Gently washing your baby's hair and scalp with baby shampoo can help prevent a build-up of scales. Massaging baby oil or
Seeing a sleep specialist Sleepiness in the day (severe and unexplained)
Sleepiness in the day (severe and unexplained)A number of tests can be carried out to assess your sleep and help identify any underlying cause. These are usually carried out at a specialist sleep centre. Two of the main tests used are: Polysomnography (a night time sleep test), which will help rule out sleep disorders such as narcolepsy or sleep apnoea. You stay in a special bedroom and
Managingidiopathic hypersomnia Sleepiness in the day (severe and unexplained)
Sleepiness in the day (severe and unexplained)Idiopathic hypersomniadoesn't usually get better by itself. Many people find that the symptoms improve with treatment. Medication There are no medicines specifically designed to treat idiopathic hypersomnia, but medications used for narcolepsy can often help. The main medications usedare stimulants, such asmodafinil, dexamphetamine and
Patient story: "Through performing, I've managed to grow as a person." Hearing impairment
Hearing impairmentMillies hearing started deteriorating when she was a child. She talks about learning to cope with the hearing loss and shows that it hasn't stopped her doing what she wants to in life, including dancing.
Side effects of decongestants Decongestant medication
Decongestant medicationDecongestant medicines don't usually have side effects, and any side effects you mayexperience are usually mild. Possibleside effects can include: irritationof the lining of your nose headaches feelingor being sick a dry mouth feeling restless or agitated a rash uncontrollable shaking ( tremor ) problems sleeping ( insomnia ) a rapid
What causes cyclospora? Cyclospora
CyclosporaCyclospora is caught by consumingfood especially raw berries, herbs and salad items or water contaminated with human faeces (poo) carrying theparasite. The parasite lives inthe poo. You can't catch cyclospora by coming into contact with an infected person, such as someone who hasnt washed their handsafter going to the toilet. Once in the poo, the