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Further advice and support Cyclical vomiting syndrome
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Introduction Cyclothymia
CyclothymiaCyclothymia, or cyclothymic disorder, isa mild form of bipolar disorder (manic depression). A person with cyclothymia will have a history of mood swings that range from mild depression to emotional highs. Most people's symptoms are mild enough that they do not seek mental health treatment, so cyclothymia often goes undiagnosed and untreated.
What are the causes? Cyclothymia
CyclothymiaThe causes of cyclothymia are unknown, but there is probably a genetic link cyclothymia, clinical depression and Bipolar disorder all tend to run in families. In some people, traumatic events or experiencesmay act as a trigger for the condition, such as severe illness or long periods of stress . Cyclothymia usually begins early in life and is
Causes of dandruff Dandruff
DandruffYour skin constantly produces new skin cells and sheds old cells to stay healthy. Dandruff can occur when this cycle of skin renewal speeds up. This leads to patches of dead skin forming on the scalp that come away into the hair. A flaky scalp can be the result of: seborrhoeic dermatitis a common skin condition associated with an
Outlook Cyclothymia
CyclothymiaIt's not known how many people will go on to develop Bipolar disorder . However, it's been estimated that less than half of people with cyclothymia see their elevated or depressed moods become more severe. Other people will find that their cyclothymia continues and they need to manage this as a lifelong condition, orthat it disappears with time.
Diagnosis Depression
DepressionIf you experience symptoms of depression for most of the day, every day for more than two weeks, you should seek help from your GP. It's particularly important to speak to your GP if you: have symptoms of depression that aren't improving find your mood affects your work, other interests, andrelationships withyour family and friends have
Treatment Depression
DepressionTalking treatments Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) aims to help you understand your thoughts and behaviour and how they affect you. CBT recognises that events in your past may have shaped you, but it concentrates mostly on how you can change the way you think, feel and behave in the present. It teaches
Patient story: "It took me a long time, but I did get back on my feet." Depression
DepressionVanessa Phillips from Hertfordshire was known as a strong person, always willing to help others. When she had a breakdown, her friends didn't know she was the one who needed help. "My breakdown was triggered by my mother's death. I was a 41-year-old divorced single parent of two children and I had no support. The council was trying to evict me
Causes Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) sometimes occurs for no apparent reason. However, the risk of developing DVT is increased in certain circumstances. Inactivity When you're inactive your blood tends to collect in the lower parts of your body, often in your lower legs. This is usually nothing to worry about because when you start to move, your blood
Prevention Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)If you're admitted to hospital or planning to go into hospital for surgery, your risk of developing a blood clot while you're there will be assessed. Surgery and some medical treatments can increase your risk of developing DVT see causes of DVT for more information. If you're thought to be at risk of developing DVT, your healthcare team can