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Introduction Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritisRheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints.The symptomsusually affect the hands, feet and wrists. There may be periods where symptoms become worse, known as flare-ups or flares. A flare can be difficult to predict, but with treatment it's possible to decrease the number of flares and
Treating repetitive strain injury (RSI) Work related upper limb disorder (WRULD)
Work related upper limb disorder (WRULD)Treatment for repetitive strain injury(RSI) depends on your symptoms and whether a specific condition has been diagnosed. Workplace health If your RSI is caused by repetitive activity at work, the first step is to speak to your employer or occupational health representative. It may be possible to modify your tasks to relieve the symptoms.
How Q fever is spread Q fever
Q feverQ fever is caused by Coxiella burnetii (C. burnetii) bacteria. The animals that pose the biggest risk to humans are: sheep cows goats domesticated pets such as cats,dogs andrabbits The bacteriacan be found in an infectedanimal'smilk, blood, urine, poo, and birthby-products such as the afterbirth (placenta). Birth products pose the greatest
Introduction Radiation
RadiationRadiation is a general term referring to any sort of energy that can travel through space either as a wave or a particle. Everyone is exposed to background radiation from natural sources such as soil, rocks and stones. Even water and certain foods,including nuts, bananas and potatoes, contain small traces of radiation. However, as background
Types of radiation Radiation
RadiationThere are two types of radiationthat may be associated with health risks. These are: non-ionising radiation (low energy) ionising radiation (high energy) You'll usually only be exposed to man-made ionising radiation during certain medical tests, but the levels are so low that the chances of problems developing are small.
Introduction Reye's syndrome
Reye's syndromeReye's syndrome is a very rare disorder that can cause serious liver and brain damage. If it's not treated promptly, it may lead to permanent brain injury or death. Reye's syndrome mainly affects children and young adults under 20 years of age. This page covers: Reye's syndrome When to seek medical advice Causes Diagnosis
Possible complications Reye's syndrome
Reye's syndromeAs a result of advances in diagnosing and treating Reye's syndrome, the majority of children and young adults who develop it will survive, and some will make a full recovery. However, Reye's syndrome can leave some people with a degree of permanent brain damage caused by the swelling of their brain. Long-term difficulties sometimes associated
When you should see your GP RTIs (respiratory tract infections)
RTIs (respiratory tract infections)Visit your GP if: your symptoms suggest you may have pneumonia for example, if you're coughing up bloody mucus and phlegm you have a pre-existing heart, lung, liver or kidney condition you have a long-term lung condition, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma you have a condition that affects your nervous system,
Causes of tinea fungal infections Tinea fungal infection (ringworm)
Tinea fungal infection (ringworm)Tinea fungal infections are caused by a particular type of fungi, called dermatophytes, which live off keratin. Keratin is a tough, waterproof tissue found in many parts of your body, including your skin, hair and nails. This explains why fungal infections mostly affect your skin, scalp or nails. How it spreads The fungi are tiny spores tough
Diagnosing tinea fungal infections Tinea fungal infection (ringworm)
Tinea fungal infection (ringworm)Ringworm and other tinea fungal infections are usually easy to diagnose from their appearance and location. Fungal scalp infections Your GP will usually be able to diagnose a scalp infection after examining your scalp. Knowing exactly which fungus is causing the infection is useful, because some antifungal medications are better at treating