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Symptoms Agoraphobia

Agoraphobia

The severity of agoraphobia can vary significantly between individuals. For example, someone with severe agoraphobia may be unable to leave the house, whereas someone who has mild agoraphobia may be able to travel short distances without problems. The symptoms of agoraphobia can be broadly classified into three types: physical cognitive

Treatment Agoraphobia

Agoraphobia

A stepwise approach is usually recommended for treating agoraphobia and any underlying panic disorder. The steps are as follows: step one find out more about your condition, the lifestyle changes you can make, and self-help techniques to help relieve symptoms step two enrol yourself on a guided self-help programme step three undertake more

What causesagranulocytosis and neutropenia? White blood cell deficiencies

White blood cell deficiencies

Agranulocytosis and neutropenia usually occur later in life, as the result of another condition or treatment(acquired), but can sometimes be present from birth (congenital). Depending on the cause, your white blood cell count may recover over time. However, in some cases, the problem can be persistent. Acquiredagranulocytosis and neutropenia

Preventing an air embolism while diving Air embolism

Air embolism

The following advice can help reduce your risk of developing an air or gas embolism when diving. Limit the depth and duration of your dives. Come up to the surface slowly and always perform safety stops to allow any air in your tissues and blood vessels to escape safely. Use a dive computer or dive tables, and don't dive again if you have

Causes of androgen insensitivity syndrome Testicular feminisation syndrome

Testicular feminisation syndrome

Androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS) is caused by a genetic fault that means the body can't respond to testosterone properly. The faulty gene is usually passed on to a child by their mother.Testosterone is the sex hormone produced by the testicles. It controls the development of the usual changes expected in boys, such as penisgrowth and the

Diagnosing androgen insensitivity syndrome Testicular feminisation syndrome

Testicular feminisation syndrome

Androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS) is sometimes diagnosed soon after a baby is born, although often it's not noticed until a child reaches puberty. Doctors may suspect AIS based on a child's appearance and sexual development, but some tests will be needed to confirm the diagnosis. Appearance and sexual development Partial androgen

Introduction ARLD

ARLD

Alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) refers to liver damage caused by excess alcohol intake. There are several stages of severity and a range ofassociated symptoms. ARLDdoesn't usually cause any symptoms until the liver has been severely damaged. When this happens, symptoms can include: feeling sick weight loss loss of appetite yellowing

Introduction Alexander technique

Alexander technique

The Alexander technique teaches improved posture and movement, which is believed to help reduce and prevent problems caused by unhelpful habits. During a number of lessons you're taught to be more aware of your body, how to improve poor posture and move more efficiently. Teachers of the Alexander technique believe this helps get rid of

Risks and limitations Alexander technique

Alexander technique

For most people, Alexander technique lessons are safe and pose no health risks. No manipulation of your body is involved, just gentle touch. However, the technique may not be suitable for certain people, such as those with: a specific spinal injury severe pain from a herniated (ruptured) disc severe spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spine) a

Key principles Alexander technique

Alexander technique

The main principles of the Alexander technique are: "how you move, sit and stand affects how well you function" "the relationship of the head, neck and spine is fundamental to your ability to function optimally" "becoming more mindful of the way you go about your daily activities is necessary to make changes and gain benefit" "the mind and