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Causes of gangrene Gangrene
GangreneGangrene can develop when the supply of blood to one or more areas of your body is interrupted. This can occur as the result of an injury, an infection, or an underlying condition that affects your circulation. Types of gangrene There areseveral different types of gangrene, each with adifferent cause. The main types are: dry gangrene
Introduction Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1)
Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1)Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1) is a rare but serious inherited condition. It means the body cant process certain amino acids ("building blocks" of protein), causing a harmful build-up of substances in the blood and urine. Normally, our bodies break down protein foods like meat and fish into amino acids. Any amino acids that aren't needed are
Symptoms of GA1 Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1)
Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1)Symptoms of GA1 usually dont appear until a few months after birth, although some babies are born with a larger-than-average head (macrocephaly). Children with GA1 may develop some floppiness or weakness in their muscles ( hypotonia ) during their first year and theres a risk of developing bleeding around their brain ( subdural haematoma ). In
Introduction Gallbladder cancer
Gallbladder cancerThe gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that's located underneath the liver. It's main purpose is to store and concentrate bile. Bile is a liquid produced by the liver that helps to digest fats. It passes from the liver through a series of channels (bile ducts) into the gallbladder, where it's stored. Over time, bile becomes more
When to get medical advice Gastroenteritis
GastroenteritisYou don't normally need to see your GP if you think you have gastroenteritis, as it should get better on its own. Visiting your GP surgery can put others at risk, so it's best to callNHS 111 or your GP if you're concerned or feel you need advice. Get medical advice if: you have symptoms of severe dehydration , such as persistent dizziness ,
Diagnosing genital warts Warts, genital
Warts, genitalIf you think you may have genital warts, visit your local sexual health or genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinic. Your GP will be able to diagnose genital warts and provide certain treatments, but the nurses and doctors atyour local clinic will have access to a wider variety of treatments. Staff at the clinic will have specialist training to help
Preventing genital warts Warts, genital
Warts, genitalUsing condoms can helpprotect against the virus that causes genital warts. A vaccine is also available. Condoms Using condoms (male or female) every time you have vaginal or anal sex is the most effective way to avoid getting genital warts, other than being celibate (not having sex). Condoms also helps protect you from other sexually
Symptoms of rubella Rubella
RubellaThe symptoms of rubella usually take two to three weeks to develop after infection. This time is called the incubation period. Some infected people won't develop any symptoms, but in those who do, a rash and swelling around the neck and head are common signs of the condition. A red-pink rash The rubella rash is typically a red-pink colour. It
Diagnosing rubella Rubella
RubellaIf you suspect rubella, phone your GP surgery or NHS 111 straight away for advice. Don't visit your GP surgery without phoning first, as arrangements may need to be made to reduce the risk of spreading any infection to other people. Contact with pregnant women should be avoided as rubella can cause serious problems in an unborn baby, although
Diagnosing gastroparesis Gastroparesis
GastroparesisTo diagnose gastroparesis, your GP will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and may arrange some blood tests . You may be referred to hospital for some of the following tests: barium X-ray where you swallow a liquid containing the chemical barium, which shows up on X-ray and highlights its passage through your digestive system