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Oxygen cylinders Oxygen treatment, home
Oxygen treatment, homeIf you only needoxygen for short periods to relieve attacks of breathlessness after an illness, you'll probably be prescribed oxygen cylinders. However, this should be regularly reviewed so that the short-term relief doesn't hide more serious underlying heart or lung conditions. If your review shows that your blood oxygen levels are normal,
Will it come back? Whitlow finger
Whitlow fingerThe herpes virus remains dormant (inactive) in nerve cells and may reactivate at a later date, sometimes followingstress or an illness. This can result in another whitlow at the same site as the first one If a whitlow does return, it can be treated in the same way, with an antiviral drug. Ifthe whitlow returns often, the antiviral drug can be
Causes of hiccups Singultus
SingultusHiccups occur when your diaphragm (the thin layer of muscle that separates your chest cavity from your abdomen) suddenly and involuntarily contracts (tightens). As your diaphragm contracts, it causes you to breathe air in very quickly. The incoming air is stopped when your glottis (the opening between your vocal cords) closes suddenly, producing
Treatinghidradenitis suppurativa Hidradenitis suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativaHidradenitis suppurativa is a lifelong, recurring condition that requires constant management and is often difficult to manage. It's important to try to recognise anddiagnosethe condition in its early stages and prevent it getting worse. Treatment forhidradenitis suppurativa will be tailored to the individual. In the early stages, it may be
Support and advice if you've been affected Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)
Neonatal herpes (herpes in a newborn baby)You may find these resources helpful: Cold sores Genital herpes Sands World Health Organization (WHO): herpes simplex virus
Introduction Herpes simplex eye infections
Herpes simplex eye infectionsHerpes simplex eye infections are a relatively commonand potentially serious type of eye infection. They're caused by a virus called herpes simplex usuallythe herpes simplex virus type1 (HSV-1), which also causes Herpes simplex virus . It's important to get medical help if you think you may have the infection, as your vision could be at risk if
Symptoms of a herpes simplex eye infection Herpes simplex eye infections
Herpes simplex eye infectionsSymptoms of a herpes simplex eye infection can include: a red eye eye pain swelling around the eye sensitivity to bright light a watering eye blurred vision Usually only one eye is affected, althoughsometimes both can be.
What are the symptoms? Whitlow finger
Whitlow fingerThe fingertip suddenly becomes red, swollen and extremely painful. Small white blisters develop underneath the skin of the finger, which may break to release fluid, eventually crusting over.
What's the cause? Whitlow finger
Whitlow fingerThere are two types of herpes simplex virus (HSV), type 1and type 2. Both HSV-1 and HSV-2 can cause a herpetic whitlow. These viruses can also cause Herpes simplex virus and genital herpes . A herpetic whitlow can develop as a secondary infectionif you already have acold sore or genital herpesand you touch the sore area of skin, transferring
How to prevent hyperglycaemia Hyperglycaemia
HyperglycaemiaThere are simple ways to reduce your risk ofsevere or prolonged hyperglycaemia: Be carefulwhat you eat be particularly aware of how snacking and eatingsugary foodsor carbohydrates can affect your blood sugar level. Stick to yourtreatment plan remember to take your insulinor otherdiabetes medications as recommended by your care team. Be as