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Diagnosing seasonal affective disorder Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)Visit your GP if you havesymptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Effective treatments are available if you're diagnosed with the condition.Your GP may carry out a psychological assessment to check your mental health. They may ask about: your mood your lifestyle your eating and sleeping patterns any seasonal changes in your thoughts and
Treating seasonal affective disorder Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)A number of treatments are available for seasonal affective disorder (SAD),including cognitive behavioural therapy, antidepressants and light therapy.Your GP will recommend the most suitable treatment option for you, based onthe nature and severity of your symptoms. Thismay involve using a combination of treatments to get the best results.NICE
Introduction Scars
ScarsA scar is a mark that is left on the skin after a wound or an injury to the surface of the skin has healed. Scars are very commonmost people have at least one on their body. They are a natural part of the healing process. Scars can occur inside and outside the body. For example, they can occur on the internal organs where a cut has been made
Introduction Sciatica
SciaticaSciatica is the name given to any sort of pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It runs from the back of your pelvis, through your buttocks, and all the way down both legs, ending at your feet. The pain of sciatica is usually felt in the buttocks and legs. Most people
Types of Kaposi's sarcoma and their treatment Sarcoma, Kaposi's
Sarcoma, Kaposi'sThere are four main types of Kaposi's sarcoma. These types affect different groups of people and are treated in different ways.HIV-related Kaposi's sarcomaAlthough it's not as common as it used to be, Kaposi's sarcoma is still one of the main types of cancer to affect people with HIV.HIV-related Kaposi's sarcoma can progress very quickly if not
Introduction Schizophrenia
SchizophreniaSchizophrenia is asevere long-term mental health condition. It causes a range of different psychological symptoms. Doctors often describe schizophrenia as a type of Puerperal psychosis . This means the person may not always be able to distinguish their own thoughts and ideas from reality. Symptoms of schizophrenia Symptoms of schizophrenia
Introduction Scabies
ScabiesScabies is a contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin. The main symptom of scabies is intense itching that's worse at night. It also causes askin rash on areas where the mites have burrowed. They feed using their mouths and front legs to burrow into the outer layer of skin (epidermis), where they lay eggs.
Introduction Soft tissue sarcoma
Soft tissue sarcomaSoft tissue sarcomas are a group of rare cancers affecting the tissues that connect, support and surround other body structures and organs. Tissues that can be affected by soft tissue sarcomas include fat, muscle, blood vessels, deep skin tissues, tendons and ligaments. Bone cancer are covered separately. Soft tissue sarcomas can develop in
Types of soft tissue sarcoma Soft tissue sarcoma
Soft tissue sarcomaThere are many different types of soft tissue sarcoma, depending on where in the body it develops. Examples include: leiomyosarcoma develops in muscle tissue liposarcoma develops in fat tissue angiosarcoma develops in the cells of the blood or lymphglands gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GISTs) develop inthe connective tissues that support
How do I know I have a salivary gland stone? Salivary stones
Salivary stonesIf the stone is very small and not blocking the duct, you may not realise you have it as there may not be any symptoms. A larger stone may be visible when you open your mouth wide. If the stone is big enough to cause symptoms, these symptoms will usually continue until the stone falls out or is removed. Dull pain and swelling If the stone