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Introduction Epidermolysis bullosa (EB)
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB)Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a general term used to describe a group of rare inherited skin disorders that cause the skin to become very fragile. In people with EB, any trauma or friction to the skin can cause painful Blisters . Types of epidermolysis bullosa There are three main types of EB, which are described below. The condition is
Treating epidermolysis bullosa Epidermolysis bullosa (EB)
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB)There's currently no cure for epidermolysis bullosa (EB), but treatment can help ease and control symptoms. Treatment also aims to: avoid skin damage improve quality of life reduce the risk of developing complications, such as infection and Malnutrition Specialist centres Due to the rarity of EB, parents and children are usually referred
Treating womb cancer Womb cancer
Womb cancerStages of womb cancer Health professionals use a staging system to describe how far womb cancer has advanced. These stages are: stage 1 the cancer is still contained inside the womb (uterus) stage 2 the cancer has spread to the neck of the womb (the cervix) stage 3 the cancer has spread outside the womb into nearby tissues in the pelvis or the
Introduction Nosebleed
NosebleedNosebleeds can be frightening, but they aren't usually a sign of anything serious andcanoften be treated at home. The medical name for a nosebleed is epistaxis. During a nosebleed, blood flows from one or bothnostrils. It can be heavy or light and last from a few seconds to 10 minutes or more. What to do To stop a nosebleed: sit down and
Diagnosing erectile dysfunction Impotence
ImpotenceErectile dysfunction (ED) can often be diagnosed by your GP. They will talk to you about your situation and may carry out a physical examination. Your GP may ask you about: your symptoms your overall physical and mental health your alcohol consumption whether you take drugs whether you are currently taking any medication If you
Complications of endometriosis Endometriosis
EndometriosisThe main complication of endometriosis is difficulty getting pregnant or not being able to get pregnant at all (infertility). In some cases, there may also be adhesions or ovarian cysts. Fertility problems Endometriosis can sometimes damage the fallopian tubes or ovaries, causing fertility problems. However, it's estimated up to 70% of women
Introduction Endoscopy
EndoscopyAn endoscopy is a procedure where the inside of your body is examined using an instrument called an endoscope. An endoscope is a long, thin, flexible tube that has a light source and camera at one end. Images of the inside of your body are relayed to a television screen. Endoscopes can be inserted into the body through a natural opening, such
What happens during an endoscopy Endoscopy
EndoscopyEndoscopies are usually carried out at local hospitals, although some larger GP surgeries may also offer the procedure. Before having an endoscopy Depending on what part of your body is being examined, you may be asked to avoid eating and drinking for several hours beforehand. You may be given a laxative to help clear stools from your bowels
Who can benefit from enhanced recovery? Enhanced recovery
Enhanced recoverySome of the principles of enhanced recovery can be applied to all cases of surgery. However, for some conditions and procedures, specially designed pathways help patients benefit from the principles more effectively. Types of surgery and conditions where enhanced recovery programmes are currently used include: breast such as removal of a
Symptoms of threadworms Threadworms
ThreadwormsThreadworms often go unnoticed by people who have them. However, they can cause intense Pruritus ani (and the vagina in girls), particularly at night when the female worms are laying eggs. This can disturb sleep. In some cases, you may spot threadworms on your bed clothes or sheets at night, or you may notice them in your stools. The worms