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Diagnosing ataxia Friedrich's ataxia
Friedrich's ataxiaVisit your GP if you or your child have unexplained symptoms such as balance and co-ordination problems or difficultywalking, talking or swallowing. Family and medical history Your GP may ask whether you have any family history of ataxia. They will also want to know about the progression of your symptoms. They might carry out a simple
Introduction Atherosclerosis
AtherosclerosisAtherosclerosis is a potentially serious condition where arteries become cloggedwithfatty substances called plaques, or atheroma.These plaques cause the arteries to harden and narrow, restricting the blood flow and oxygen supply to vital organs, and increasing the risk of blood clots that could potentially block the flow of blood to the heart or
Introduction Eczema
Eczema Atopic eczema (atopic dermatitis) is the most common form of eczema, a condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry and cracked. Atopic eczema is more common in children, often developing before their first birthday. However, it may also develop for the first time in adults. It's usually a long-term (chronic) condition,
Who'sat risk of atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis
AtherosclerosisExactlywhy and howarteries become clogged is unclear.It can happen to anyone, althoughthe following things can increase your risk: increasing age smoking an unhealthy, high-fat diet lack ofexercise being overweight orobese regularly drinking excessive amounts ofalcohol other conditions, including high blood pressure,high cholesterol and
Introduction Tinea pedis
Tinea pedisAthlete's foot is a rash caused by a fungus that usually appears between the toes. The affected skin may be itchy, red, scaly, dry, cracked or blistered. It's not usually serious, but should be treated to stop it spreading to other parts of the body or other people. Treatment usually involves pharmacy-bought creams, sprays or liquids and good
How do you get athlete's foot? Tinea pedis
Tinea pedisAthlete's foot is caused by fungi growing and multiplying on the skin. The fungi that cause the infection thrive inwarm, dark and moist places like feet. You're more likely to get athlete's foot if you: don't keep your feet clean and dry wear shoes that cause your feet to get hot and sweaty walk around barefoot in places where fungal
Introduction Low dose aspirin
Low dose aspirinAspirin is a common medicine that has a number of uses, from relieving pain to reducing the risk of serious problems such as heart attacks and strokes. It comes in many forms, including pills, tablets that are dissolved in water, powders and oral gels. Some typescan bebought over the counter from pharmacies, while others are only available on
Missed or extra doses Low dose aspirin
Low dose aspirinIf you're takingaspirin to reduce your risk of blood clots and youforget to takea dose, take that dose as soon as you remember and then continue to take your course of aspirin as normal. If it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regularschedule. Don't take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you
Preventing aspergillosis Aspergillosis
AspergillosisIt's virtually impossible to avoid the aspergillusmould completely, but there are some precautions you can take toreduceyour risk of developing aspergillosis. These precautions are particularly important if you're at a high risk of aspergillosis . Avoiding exposure The main way to prevent aspergillosis is to avoid being exposed to the
Causes Squamous cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinomaMostskin canceris caused by ultraviolet (UV) light damaging the DNA in skin cells. The main source ofUV light is sunlight. Sunlight containsthree types of UV light: ultraviolet A (UVA) ultraviolet B (UVB) ultraviolet C (UVC) UVC is filtered out by the Earth's atmosphere. UVA and UVB damage skin over time, making it more likely for skin