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Introduction Painkillers, ibuprofen
Painkillers, ibuprofenIbuprofen is a painkiller available over the counter without a prescription. It's one of a group of painkillers callednon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs) and can be used to: ease mild to moderate pain such as Toothache , migraine and period pain control a high temperature(fever) for example, when someone has the flu (influenza)
Prevention Congenital heart disease
Congenital heart diseaseAs so little is known aboutthe causes of congenital heart disease, there's no guaranteed way ofavoiding having a baby with the condition. However, if you're pregnant, the following advice can help reduce the risk: Ensure you are vaccinated against rubella and flu . Avoid drinking alcohol or taking drugs . Take 400 micrograms of folic acid
Recurring febrile seizures Febrile seizures
Febrile seizuresAbout a third of children who have had a febrile seizure will have another one during a subsequent infection. This often happens within a year of the first one. Recurrence is more likely if: the first febrile seizure happened before your child was 18 months old there's a history of seizures or epilepsy in your family before having their first
Introduction Weil's disease
Weil's diseaseLeptospirosis is a type of bacterial infection spread by animals. It's caused by a strain of bacteria called leptospira. In 90% of cases, leptospirosisonly causes mild flu-like symptoms, such as aheadache, chills and muscle pain. However, in some cases the infection is more severe and can cause life-threatening problems, including organ failure
Symptoms of listeriosis Listeriosis
ListeriosisSymptoms of listeriosis in most healthy adults are mild. They usually develop from 3-70 days after the initial infection. Symptomsare similar to Bird flu and gastroenteritis , and include: a high temperature (fever) of 38C (100.4F) or above muscle ache or pain chills feelingor being sick diarrhoea These symptoms usually pass within a
Diagnosis Guillain-Barré syndrome
Guillain-Barré syndromeGuillain-Barr syndrome can be difficult to diagnose because several other conditions can cause similar symptoms. Your GP will refer you to a hospital specialist if they think you might have it or they aren't sure what's causing your symptoms. Some of the main checks and tests you may need are outlined below. Examination Your GP or specialist
How should I take paracetamol? Paracetamol
ParacetamolMake sure you take paracetamol as directed on the label or leaflet, or as instructed by a health professional. How much you can take depends on your age, your weight, the type of paracetamol you're taking and how strong it is. For example: Adults can usually take 1 or 2 500mg tablets every 4 to 6 hours, but shouldn't take more than 4g (8 500mg
Symptoms Guillain-Barré syndrome
Guillain-Barré syndromeGuillain-Barr syndrome usually affects the feet or hands first, before spreading to other parts of the body. It often starts a few days or weeks after an infection, such as a Gastroenteritis or flu . Early symptoms Symptoms ofGuillain-Barr syndrome usuallydevelopover hours or days andtend to start in yourfeet and hands before spreading to
Causes of cataracts in children Congenital cataracts
Congenital cataractsThere are a number of reasons why a child may be born with cataracts or develop them while they're still young. However,in many cases it's not possible to determine the exact cause. Some of the main causes of childhood cataracts are described below. Genes and genetic conditions Cataracts present from birth (congenital cataracts) are sometimes
About your SSRI dose SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)
SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors)When prescribing selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), your doctor will usually select the lowest possible dose thought necessary to improve your symptoms. This approach is intended to reduce the risk of side effects. If the prescribed dose proves ineffective, it can be gradually increased. SSRIs are usually taken in tablet form.
176 health news for FLU
'Get flu jab now,' GPs urge those at risk
The flu vaccine has featured heavily in recent news, with reports that people are avoiding having the vaccine as they are concerned about its swine flu component. The British Medical Association (BMA) has written to the government, warning...
Flu research may lead to universal vaccine
"Scientists say they have made a significant leap towards creating a vaccine that would protect against every form of flu," is the exciting news on the BBC website. It goes on to say that researchers have identified immune cells that…
Effectiveness of flu jab studied
“The annual flu jab given to hundreds of thousands of people this winter provides only limited protection against the illness,” reported The Independent. This news story is based on a systematic review of studies...
Antivirals and swine flu
Several newspapers have reported today on a review of the effectiveness of antivirals for treating and preventing flu. The Daily Express said that "Tamiflu
Children to be offered annual flu vaccine
"Flu vaccines for all children," BBC News has reported. The BBC’s story is based on a report by independent expert advisers ...
Flu and freezing weather may be driving up winter death rates
"The current death rate in England and Wales is running about one-third higher than its normal rate for this time of year," BBC News reports. A combination of flu and very cold weather may be responsible…
Flu jab "may cut" stroke risk by a quarter
'People who have the seasonal flu jab care 24 per cent less likely to suffer a stroke' is the encouraging news in The Daily Telegraph. New research appears to suggest that flu makes people more vulnerable to stroke risk factors…
Flu vaccination in children
“Vaccinating children against flu may be an effective way of protecting the rest of the population”, The Independent reported. Many newspapers covered the same story,
More work towards universal flu vaccine
“Scientists have hailed a breakthrough in the search for a universal flu vaccine,” The Daily Telegraph has reported. The newspaper says that such a vaccine would save lives and money by eliminating the need for the annual jab...
Four out of ten Brits may naturally show fewer flu symptoms
"Four in 10 Britons immune to flu symptoms, leading to hopes of a new vaccine," The Independent reports. A survey of around 1,400 people found 43% of them had a type of immune cell – T cells – that helps protect against infection…