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How to access occupational therapy Occupational therapy
Occupational therapyYou can get a referralfor freeoccupational therapy through yourGP surgery, localcouncil orlocal clinical commissioning group, or you can go private. The duration and severity ofyour condition determines whether you can access care through your local council or the NHS. In general: for short-term conditions, such as after an operation,
Melanomaof the eye Ocular cancer
Ocular cancerMelanoma is cancer that develops from pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. Mostmelanomas develop in the skin, but it's also possible for them to occur in other parts of the body, including the eye.Eye melanoma most commonly affects the eyeball. Doctors sometimes call ituveal or choroidal melanoma, depending on exactly which part of your eye
Diagnosing neurofibromatosis type 1 Neurofibromatosis type 1
Neurofibromatosis type 1Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is usually diagnosed by checking for the characteristic symptoms of the condition. A confident diagnosis can usually be made if two or more of the following symptoms are present: six or more caf au lait spots (coffee-coloured skin patches) larger than 5mm in children, or 15mm in adults freckles under the
Symptoms of neurofibromatosis type 2 Neurofibromatosis type 2
Neurofibromatosis type 2Symptoms of neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) typically startduring thelate teensor early twenties, butmay develop at any age. Most ofthe problems are caused by non-cancerous (benign) tumours, whichgrow in various part of the body. Ear problems Most people with NF2 develop benign tumours in the nervesused by the brainto helpwith hearing and sense
How isnorovirus spread? Winter vomiting disease
Winter vomiting diseaseNorovirus spreads very easily in public places such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools. You can catch it if small particles of vomit or poo from an infected person get into your mouth, such as through: close contact with someone with norovirus they may breathe out small particles containing the virus that you could inhale touching
Introduction OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)
OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health condition in whicha person has obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours.It affects men, women and children and can develop at any age. Some people develop the condition early, often around puberty, but it typically develops during early adulthood.OCD can be distressing and
Living with Type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetesLifestyle changes Healthy eating Eating a healthy, balanced diet is very important if you have diabetes. However, you don't need to avoid certain food groupsaltogether. You can have a varied diet and enjoy a wide rangeof foods as long as you eat regularly and make healthy choices. You can make adaptations when cooking meals, such as reducing the
Complications Peripheral neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathyPeripheral neuropathy can sometimes cause other medical problems, such as foot ulcers andheart rhythm changes, and blood circulation problems. These complications vary depending on the underlying cause of the condition. Diabetic foot ulcer A diabetic foot ulcer is an open wound or sore on the skinthat's slow to heal. These are common in people
Introduction Night sweats
Night sweatsPeople who suffer night sweats will typically wake in the night to find their bedclothes and bedding drenched, even if their bedroom temperature is cool. This abnormal sweating is annoying, but usually harmless. However, night sweats can sometimes be a sign of an underlying medical condition, so you should see your GP if they keep happening
Introduction Occupational therapy
Occupational therapyOccupational therapy providessupport to people whose health prevents them doing the activities that matter to them. An occupational therapist can identify strengths and difficulties you may have in everyday life, such as dressing or getting to the shops, and will help you work out practical solutions. They can work with you to identify goals