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Introduction Rabies
RabiesRabies is a very serious viral infection that targets the brain and nervous system.You can catch rabiesif you are bitten by an infected animal and haven't been vaccinated. It's almost always fatal once symptoms develop, but can be prevented if treatment is given promptly after exposure. In the UK, rabiesis not found in the animal population
Symptoms of rabies Rabies
RabiesThe initial symptoms of rabies are mild, but they quickly become serious.The incubation periodThe incubation period is the time it takes for symptoms to develop after a person is infected with the virus. The incubation period for rabies is usually two to 12 weeks, although it can be as short as four days.It is unusual for the incubation period to
Introduction Long-sightedness
Long-sightednessLong-sightedness affects the ability to see nearbyobjects. You may be able tosee distant objects clearly, butcloser objects are usually out of focus. It often affects adults over 40, but can affect people of all ages including babies and children. The medical name for long-sightedness is hyperopia or hypermetropia. This page covers: Symptoms
Treatment Long-sightedness
Long-sightednessThere are several different ways long-sightedness can be corrected. The main methods are: Glasses Contact lenses Laser eye surgery For some adults who become long-sighted as they get older, a procedure to implant artificial lenses in the eyes may also be an option. Glasses Long-sightedness can usually be corrected simply and safely
Treating joint hypermobility Joint hypermobility
Joint hypermobilityIf you have joint hypermobility that doesn't cause any problems, treatment is not necessary. However, you may need treatment and support if you have joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS), which causes a wide range of symptoms, includingjoint pain and digestive problems. Some of the main treatments for JHS are outlined below. Self care There are
Complications of a hysterectomy Hysterectomy
HysterectomyAswithall types of surgery, a hysterectomy can sometimes lead to complications. Some of the possiblecomplications are described below. General anaesthetic It's very rare for serious complications to occur after having a general anaesthetic (1 in 10,000 anaesthetics given). Serious complications can include nerve damage, Anaphylaxis and
Introduction Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndromeIrritable bowel syndrome ( IBS) is a common, long-termcondition of the digestive system. Itcan cause bouts of stomach cramps, bloating, Traveller's diarrhoea and/or constipation . The symptomsvary between individuals and affect some people more severely than others. They tend to come and go in periods lasting a few days to a few months at a
Causes of IBS Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndromeThe exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is unknown,but most expertsthink that it's related to problems with digestion and increased sensitivity of the gut. Many causes have been suggested including inflammation, infections and certain diets but nonehave been proven to directly lead to IBS. Problems with digestion Yourbodyusually
Treating hyperhidrosis Excessive Sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Excessive Sweating (hyperhidrosis)Hyperhidrosiscan be challenging to treat and it may take a while to findthe best treatment for you. Less invasive treatments will usually be recommended first. Lifestyle changes Changing your lifestyle cannot cure primary hyperhidrosis (hyperhidrosis with no obvious cause), but it can improve your symptoms and help your confidence. The advice
Causes Hydrocephalus
HydrocephalusThe causes of hydrocephalus are poorly understood. It's thought hydrocephalus present at birth may be the result of a brain defect restricting the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Hydrocephalus that develops in adults and childrenis often caused byan illness or injury that affects the brain. Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)that develops