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Disadvantages of HRT Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)When deciding whether to havehormone replacement therapy (HRT), it's important to understand the risks. It's also important to consider HRT as only one of a range of interventions to improve your menopausal and post-menopausal health and wellbeing. Many studies on HRT have beenpublished over the past 15 yearsthat have highlighted the potential
Rabies vaccination Rabies
RabiesA vaccination offering protection against rabies is recommended for people who are felt to be at risk. Who should bevaccinated? In the UK,the rabies vaccination is offered to: laboratory workers who may be required to handle samples of the rabies virus people handling bats people working abroad in close contact with animals, such as vets or
What are the regulation issues? Homeopathy
HomeopathyThere is no legal regulation of homeopathic practitioners. This means that anyone can practise as a homeopath, even if they have no qualifications or experience. Voluntary regulation aims to protect patient safety, but it does not mean that there is scientific evidence that a treatment is effective. A number of professional associations can help
Symptoms Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinenceHaving urinary incontinence means you pass urine unintentionally. When and how this happens varies depending on the type of urinary incontinence you have. It's a good idea to see your GP if you have urinary incontinence. It's a common problem, and seeing your GP can be the first step towards finding a way to effectively manage it. Common types
Causes Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinenceUrinary incontinence occurs when the normal process of storing and passing urine is disrupted. This can happen for a number of reasons. Certain factorsmay also increase your chance of developing urinary incontinence. Some of the possible causes lead to short-term urinary incontinence, while others may cause a long-term problem. If the cause can
Diagnosis Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinenceIf youexperience urinary incontinence,see your GP so they can determine the type of condition you have. Try not to beembarrassed about speaking to your GP about your incontinence. Urinary incontinence is a common problem and it's likely your GP has seen many people with the condition. Your GP will ask you questions about your symptoms and
Introduction Infertility
InfertilityInfertility is when a couple cannot get pregnant (conceive), despite having regular unprotected sex. Around one in seven couples may have difficulty conceiving. This is approximately 3.5 million peoplein the UK. About 84% of couples will conceive naturally within one year if they have regular unprotected sex. For every 100 couples trying to
Preventing hypoglycaemia Hypoglycaemia
HypoglycaemiaIf you havediabetes, sticking to your medication plan and eating regular mealscan help prevent hypoglycaemia. It's also important to monitor your blood glucose levels. Monitoring blood glucose Regularly monitoring your blood glucose levels can help you keep your blood glucose as normal and stable as possible, and will help you spot the signs
Introduction Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism)
Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism)Some men develop depression,loss of sex drive, erectile dysfunction and other physical and emotional symptomswhen they reach their late 40s to early 50s. Other symptoms common in men this ageare: mood swings andirritability loss of muscle mass and reduced ability to exercise fat redistribution, such as developing a largebelly or "man boobs"
What to do Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism)
Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism)If you're experiencing any of the above symptoms, see your GP. They'll ask about your work and personal life, to see if your symptoms may be caused by a mental health issue, such as stress or anxiety. If stress or anxiety are affecting you, you may benefit from medication or a talking therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) .