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Causes Arterial thrombosis
Arterial thrombosisArterial thrombosis usually affects people whose arteries are clogged with fatty deposits. This is known as atherosclerosis. These deposits cause the arteries to harden and narrow over time and increase the risk of blood clots. The following can increase your risk of developing atherosclerosis: getting older smoking an unhealthy diet lack of
Introduction Intrauterine insemination
Intrauterine inseminationArtificial insemination is a treatment that can help some couples have a baby. It involves directly inserting sperm into a woman's womb. It's also known as intrauterine insemination (IUI).
Causes Asthma
AsthmaThe exact cause of asthma is unknown. People with asthma have inflamed (swollen) and "sensitive" airways that become narrow and clogged with sticky mucus in response to certain triggers . Factors such as a genes, air pollution, chlorine in swimming pools and modern hygiene standards have been suggested as possible causes, but there's not
Living with Asthma Asthma
AsthmaLooking after yourself Take your medication regularly and properly It's important to take any prescribed medication regularly, as this can help keep your symptoms under control and prevent severe asthma attacks. It's also important to use any inhalers and spacers you may have been prescribed properly. Make sure your GP or practice nurse shows you
Patient story: "I had to learn to live life in a different way." Asthma
AsthmaMother of three Rosemary Matthews first experienced asthma in her teenage years. "My first asthma attack happened when I was a teenager. I was outside chatting with my brother and my mother, enjoying the sunshine, when quite suddenly, I began to wheeze. "I was really frightened, but none of us had any idea what was causing it. I was given a drink
Living with ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD)
Attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD)Caring for a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be draining. The impulsive, fearless and chaotic behaviours typical of ADHD can make normal everyday activities exhausting and stressful.Ways to copeAlthough itcan be difficult at times, it's important to remember that a child with ADHD can't help their behaviour. People
Introduction Hearing tests
Hearing testsHearing tests are used to assess your ability to hear different sounds and to determine if there are any problems. Why are hearing tests needed? Hearing tests are carried out for two main reasons: as a routine part of a babys or young childs developmental checks to check the hearing of someone who is experiencing hearing problems or has
What causes auditory processing disorder? Auditory processing disorder
Auditory processing disorderExactly what causes auditory processing disorder isn't fully understood. Sometimes a possible underlying factor is identified, but not always. In children, the condition may occur after a persistent hearing problem at a young age, such as Otitis media with effusion (OME) , which has since passed but has had a permanent effect on how the brain
Diagnosis Atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillationSee your GP immediately if you have chest pain and notice a sudden change in your heartbeat. Checking your pulse Follow the four steps below to check your pulse. sit down for five minutes and avoid smoking or drinking caffeine before taking the reading hold your left hand out with your palm facing up and elbow slightly bent firmly place the
Patient story: "Flecainide really works for me." Atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillationFrances was diagnosed with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and keeps her heart rate under control with flecainide. I went to bed as normalone day and woke in the early hours feeling very strange. My heart was beating heavily and I had a feeling similar to stomach rumbling, but it was in my chest. I could feel this across the upper part of my