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What you shoulddo Fractured ankle
Fractured ankleIf you think you may have broken your ankle, go to your nearest accident & emergency (A&E) department as soon as possible. Ifit feels like only a minor fractureand it is not an emergency, it may be more appropriate to go to a minor injuries unit . Try to avoid putting any weight on the ankle. Ask a friend or relative to drive you to
How a broken ankle is treated Fractured ankle
Fractured ankleIf your ankle is dislocated or the bones are badly misaligned (displaced) the doctor or paramedic may decide to manipulate them back into place (reduction). This is to avoid potential problems with the blood and nerve supply to the foot. A splint will then usually be applied to protect your ankle and keep the bones in the correct position while
How common are anxiety disorders in children? Anxiety disorders in children
Anxiety disorders in childrenNearly 300,000 young people in Britain have an anxiety disorder. In the UK, anxiety disorders are estimated to affect 5-19% of all children and adolescents, and about 2-5% of children younger than 12. Separation anxiety is the most common anxiety disorder in children younger than 12.
Introduction Aortic valve replacement
Aortic valve replacementAn aortic valve replacement is a type of open heart surgery used to treat problems with the heart's aortic valve. The aortic valve controls the flow of blood out from the heart to the rest of the body. An aortic valve replacement involves removing a faulty or damaged valve and replacing it with a new one made from synthetic materials or animal
How your GP can help Hypochondria
HypochondriaOnce your GPhas established thatyou do suffer from health anxiety, and there is noserious underlying physical cause for any symptoms you might have, theyshould investigate whether you might have a problem, such asdepression or anxiety disorder,that may be causing or worsening your symptoms. If this is the case, you may be referred
What types of anxiety do children and teenagers experience? Anxiety disorders in children
Anxiety disorders in childrenCommon types of anxiety in children and teenagers are described below. A fear or phobia about something specific Children are commonly afraid of things like monsters, dogs or water. This is a perfectly normal part of growing up, but has thepotential to become a phobia(a type of anxiety disorder) when the fear becomes overwhelming andaffects your
Why anticoagulants are used Anticoagulant medicines
Anticoagulant medicinesAnticoagulants are used if you're at risk of developing blood clots that could potentially block a blood vessel and disrupt the flow of blood around your body. This can lead to several serious conditions, including: Heat exhaustion and heatstroke where a blood clot restricts the flow of blood to your brain, causing brain cells to die and
Complications of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) Hughes syndrome
Hughes syndromeCatastrophic antiphospholipid syndrome (CAPS) is a rare but serious complication of a ntiphospholipid syndrome (APS) . It occurs in less than 1% of people with APS. In people who develop CAPS, blood clots suddenly form throughout the body, resulting in multiple organ failure. It's not clear what causes this but one case in five occurs after
Introduction Arthritis
ArthritisArthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint. In the UK, around 10 million people have arthritis. It affects people of all ages, including children (see below). Types of arthritis The two most common types of arthritis are: osteoarthritis rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common
Patient story: "Osteoarthritis affects almost every part of my life." Arthritis
ArthritisJo has been living with osteoarthritis for 15 years. When she felt her independence slipping away, she knew she had to take stock of her life. "I broke my ankle in 1990 and was warned by an orthopedic surgeon to expect the onset of osteoarthritis. What I didn't anticipate was that within five years, not only both my ankle joints, but also my knees