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What are the causes? Temporomandibular joint disorder
Temporomandibular joint disorderPossiblecauses of TMD include: clenching your jaw or grinding your teeth during sleep (bruxism) which overworks the jaw muscles and puts pressure on the joint (often caused by stress ) wear and tear of the inside of the jaw joint usually caused by osteoarthritis injury to the jaw joint for example, after a blow to the face or
Symptoms of jet lag Jet lag
Jet lagThe symptoms of jet lag can vary from person to person. The severity of jet lag symptoms depends on the number of times zones crossed. A long-haul flight across one or two time zones (for example, from the UK to South Africa) should cause little jet lag, but there will be general travel fatigue. Most people only experience the symptoms of jet
Living with long QT syndrome Jervell and Lange-Nielsen
Jervell and Lange-NielsenWith appropriate treatment, such as medication or surgery, it should be possible to lead a relatively normal lifestyle. However, you may need to make some lifestyle adjustments to reduce your risk of having blackouts. For example, your doctor may advise you not to exercise strenuously or play contact sports, and to try to avoid startling noises,
Diagnosing labyrinthitis Labyrinthitis
LabyrinthitisMany conditions can cause dizziness and vertigo. Your GP will usually diagnose labyrinthitis based on your symptoms, your medical history and a physical examination. Your GP may carry out the following tests: a physical examination you may be asked to move your head or body and your ears will be checked for signs of inflammation and
Treating lactose intolerance Milk intolerance
Milk intoleranceThere's no cure for lactose intolerance,but most people are able to control their symptoms by making changes to their diet. Some cases of lactose intolerance, such as those caused by Gastroenteritis , are only temporary and will improve within a few days or weeks. Other cases, such asthose caused by an inherited genetic fault or a long-term
Causes of labial fusion Labial fusion
Labial fusionIt's not certain what causes labial fusion, but it usually occurs as a result of some irritation or inflammation of the vaginal area, known as Vaginitis . This can cause the inner lips of the vulva to become sticky. Without enough oestrogen in the body, which is quite normal before puberty ,the lips can stay stuck together and gradually become
Introduction Labyrinthitis
LabyrinthitisLabyrinthitis is an inner ear infection. It causes a delicate structure deep inside your ear called the labyrinth to become inflamed, affecting your hearing and balance. The most common symptoms are Lightheadedness , hearing loss (from mild to total loss of hearing) and vertigo the sensation that you, or the environment around you, is moving.
Causes of labyrinthitis Labyrinthitis
LabyrinthitisLabyrinthitis is caused by inflammation of part of the inner ear known as the labyrinth. This is caused by an infection. How the labyrinth works The fluid-filled channels of the labyrinth are known as the vestibular system and they are connected at different angles. This fluid moves when you move your head, telling your brain how far, fast and
Gary's story Milk intolerance
Milk intoleranceGary Alexander is a writer and author who lives in London. He suffered from secondary lactose intolerance for several monthsafter a severe bout of gastroenteritis."I'd been ill for a few days with severe diarrhoea and abdominal pain, and was losing weight. I eventually went to see my doctor. Because the right side of my abdomen was tender, she
Tests for LEMS LEMS
LEMSYour GP will first check your medical history, ask about your symptoms, carry out a physical examination, and test your reflexes. If they think you have a problem with your nerves, they may refer you to a specialist called a neurologist for further tests to determine the cause. Tests you mayhave include: blood tests ablood test can detect