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Symptoms ofchronic IH Intracranial hypertension
Intracranial hypertensionSymptoms of chronic IH can include: a constantthrobbing headache this may beworsein the morning, or when coughing or straining; it mayimprove when standing up blurredor double vision temporary loss of vision your vision may become dark or "greyed out" for a few seconds at a time; this can be triggered by coughing, sneezing or bending down
When to see your GP Ingrown toenail
Ingrown toenailSee your GP or podiatrist (foot care specialist) if your ingrown toenail is badly inflamed, bleeding or has pus coming from it, because it may be infected. Find a podiatrist in your local area It's also important to seek medical advice if you have diabetes and an ingrown toenail. Having diabetes could affect how your toenail heals. Depending
Introduction Ichthyosis
IchthyosisIchthyosis is a condition that causes widespread and persistent thick, dry,"fish-scale" skin. There are at least 20 different types of ichthyosis. Some types are inherited at birth and other types are acquired during adulthood. There's no cure for ichthyosis, but a daily skincare routine usually keeps the symptoms mild and manageable. This
What causesichthyosis Ichthyosis
IchthyosisMost people with ichthyosis have inherited a particular faulty gene from their parent. The signs and symptoms of inherited ichthyosis appear at birth or within the first year of life. The faulty gene affects the rate at which the skin regenerates either the shedding of old skin cells is too slow, or the skin cells reproduce at a much faster rate
Causes Type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetesType 1 diabetes occurs when the body is unable to produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that's needed to control the amount of sugar (glucose) in your blood. When you eat, your digestive system breaks down food and passes its nutrients including glucose into your bloodstream. The pancreas (a small gland behind your stomach) usually produces
Treating Kawasaki disease Kawasaki disease
Kawasaki diseaseKawasaki disease is usually treated in hospital as it can cause serious complications. T reatment should begin as soon as possible. It may take longer foryour child to recover ifKawasaki diseaseisn't treated promptly. Their riskof developing complications will also be increased. The two main treatments for Kawasaki disease are: aspirin
Social care for people with cancer Kidney cancer
Kidney cancerIf you've been diagnosed with cancer, your treatment and medical care will probably be the first thing on your mind.But there are other aspects of your life to think about and it's important to know exactly what kind of assistance is available and where you can get it.If you're finding it difficultto cope with day-to-day life,talk to your doctor
Treatment Kidney stones
Kidney stonesMost kidney stonesare small enough (less than 4mm in diameter) to be passed outin your urine and can probably be treated at home. But even small kidney stones can be painful, although thisusually only lasts a couple of days and disappears when the stone has been passed. Medication If you are in severe pain, your GP can give you pain relief
Diagnosing jaundice Jaundice
JaundiceIf you have jaundice, you'll have a number of initial tests to find out how severe it is and determine the underlying cause. Medical history and examination It's likely your GP or hospital doctor will take a detailed medical history to try to determine why you have jaundice. You may be asked whether: you had any flu-like symptoms
Treating jaundice Jaundice
JaundiceThere are many possible treatments for jaundice, depending on the underlying cause. A general overview of the recommended treatment plans for the main Jaundice is outlined below, including links to more detailed information. Pre-hepatic jaundice In treating pre-hepatic jaundice, the objective is to prevent the rapid breakdown