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How a gastroscopy is performed Gastroscopy
GastroscopyInstructions about how to prepare for a gastroscopy should be includedwith your appointment letter. Phone the hospital if there's anything you're unsure about. Preparing for a gastroscopy If you're referred for a gastroscopy, you'll be told whether you need to stop taking any of your medications beforehand. You may need to stop taking any
Introduction Giardiasis
GiardiasisGiardiasis is an infection of the digestive system caused by tiny parasites called Giardia intestinalis (also known as Giardia lamblia, or Giardia duodenalis). Diarrhoea is the most common symptom of giardiasis. Other symptoms can include: abdominal cramps foul-smelling flatulence and belching nausea (feeling sick) bloating
Treatment Goitre
GoitreTreatment for a goitre can include medication, hormone therapy and surgery. The treatment you receive will depend on: the size of the goitre the symptoms the goitre is causing whether you have any underlying thyroid condition Your condition may just be monitored if tests reveal your thyroid gland is working normally and the goitre is
Symptoms of glandular fever Mononucleosis
MononucleosisSymptoms of glandular fever are thought to take around one to two months to develop after infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Main symptoms Themost commonsymptoms of the condition are: a high temperature (fever) a Strep throat this is usually more painful than any you may have had before swollen glands in your neck and possibly
Causes of genital herpes Herpes, genital
Herpes, genitalGenital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The virus is highly contagious and spreads from one person to another through skin-to-skin contact, such as during vaginal, anal or oral sex. There are two types of HSV: type 1 (HSV-1) type 2 (HSV-2) Genital herpes is caused by both type 1 and type 2 HSV. Whenever HSV is
'Transitioning medically made me a lot happier about myself' Transsexualism
TranssexualismRuth was bornwith a male body, but knew from the age of 16 that she wanted to be a woman. She describes her hormone treatment and surgery, and how she feels now.
When to see your GP Gilbert's syndrome
Gilbert's syndromeSee your GPif you experience an episode of jaundice for the first time. The jaundice of Gilbert's syndrome is usually mild, but jaundice can be associated with more serious liver problems, such as cirrhosis or hepatitis C . It's therefore important to seek immediate medical advice fromyour GP if you have jaundice. If you can't get in touch with
What triggers the symptoms? Gilbert's syndrome
Gilbert's syndromePeople with Gilberts syndrome often find there are certain triggers that can bring on anepisode of jaundice. Some of the possible triggers linked with the condition include: being dehydrated going without food for long periods of time (fasting) being ill with an infection being stressed physical exertion not getting enough sleep having
Introduction Granuloma annulare
Granuloma annulareGranuloma annulare is a long-lasting rash thatlooks like a ring of small red or skin-coloured bumps. The rashusuallyappears over the backs of your forearms, hands or feet. Ittends to affectchildren and young adults, and is slightly more common in females.
The rash Granuloma annulare
Granuloma annulareThe rash is usually the only symptom of granuloma annulare, and most people with it are otherwise healthy. It may be slightly itchy, but it isn't usually painful. There may be a number of rings that grow slowlyuntil they're about2.5-5cm (1-2 inches)across. They then becomeflatter and more purple in colour, before eventually fading. In rare