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When to get medical advice Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth diseaseYou don't usually need medical attention if you think you or your child has hand, foot and mouth disease. The infection will usually pass in 7 to 10 days, and there isn't much your doctor can do. Antibiotics won't helpas hand, foot and mouthdisease is caused by a virus. If you're unsure whether you or your child has hand, foot and mouth
Introduction Surgery planner
Surgery plannerIf you're considering having an operation or your GP has suggested you may need surgery, this guide is for you.It will take you through all the steps in the process, from referral to recovery, so you're fully prepared and know what questions to ask at each stage.Before you start, you'll need to decide which hospital you'd like to be referred to.
Preparing for surgery Surgery planner
Surgery plannerIn the days leading up to your surgery, you'll need to make travel arrangements for getting to and from the hospital, and think about what to pack. Make sure you give your family and friends plenty of notice about your operation, so they can take time off work to be with you, if necessary. Check your hospital's policy on visiting times and let
Mouth cancer Head and neck cancer
Head and neck cancerMouth cancer is the most common type of head and neck cancer. It can affect a number of areas in and around the mouth, including the: lips tongue inside of the cheeks floor or roof of the mouth gums Symptoms of mouth cancer can include persistent mouth ulcers and/or a lump in your mouth, both of which may be painful. The main areas that
Salivary gland cancer Head and neck cancer
Head and neck cancerSalivary glands produce saliva, which keeps your mouth moist and helps withswallowing and digestion. There are three main pairs of salivary glands. They are the: parotid glands located between your cheeks and your ears sublingual glands located under your tongue submandibular glands located under each side of your jawbone Salivary gland
Introduction Head injury, minor
Head injury, minorMinor head injuries are common in people of all ages and rarely result in any permanent brain damage. If your child experiences a knock, bump or blow to the head, sit them down, comfort them, and make sure they rest. You can hold a cold compress to their head try a bag of ice or frozen peas wrapped in a tea towel. The symptoms of a minor head
How do I know if I've injured my hamstring? Hamstring injury
Hamstring injuryMild hamstring strains (grade 1) will usuallycause sudden pain and tenderness the back ofyour thigh. It may be painful to move your leg, but the strength of the muscle shouldn't be affected. Partial hamstring tears (grade 2) are usually more painful and tender. There may also be some swelling and bruising at the back of your thigh and you may
Introduction Hand pain
Hand painHand pain can be caused by anything from a trapped nerve to an underlying disease such as arthritis. If the pain persistseven after resting your handand taking painkillers, or if you have other symptoms and are uncertain of the cause, see your GP. In the meantime, you can read this page to learn about the common causes of hand pain. It may give
What are the complications that might occur? Myocardial infarction
Myocardial infarctionComplications that might occur are: Cardiogenic shock. Patient perspires, is very pale, cold extremities, agitated state, dyspnea (SOB), systolic arterial hypertension (under 80 mmHg). Death occurs in 60%. Progressive cardiogenic shock. Arterial pressure lowers gradually. Progressive decline of vital signs. Septal rupture which causes cardiac
Introduction Hearing tests for children
Hearing tests for childrenRoutine hearing tests areoffered to newborn babies and childrento identify any problems early on in their development. Although serious hearing problems during childhood arerare, early testing ensures that any problems are picked up andmanaged as early as possible. This page covers: Hearing tests for children Hearing tests for children