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Living without a spleen Spleen disorders and splenectomy
Spleen disorders and splenectomyIf your spleen needs to be removed, other organs such as the liver can take over many of the spleen's functions. This meansyou will still be able to cope with most infections. However, there is a small risk that a serious infection may develop quickly.This risk will be present for the rest of your life. Risk of infection Young children have a
Introduction Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugsNon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medications widely used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and bring down a high temperature (fever). They're often used to relieve symptoms of Headaches , painful periods , sprains and strains , colds and flu , arthritis ,and other causes of long-term pain. Although NSAIDs are commonly
Uses for aspirin Low dose aspirin
Low dose aspirinAt high doses usually 300mgaspirin can relieve pain, reducea high temperature (fever) and reduce swelling. It's often usedfor short-term relief from: Headaches and migraines toothache period pains general aches and pains colds and flu Long-term treatment with low doses of aspirin usually 75mghas an antiplatelet effect, which means
Introduction Cyclospora
CyclosporaCyclospora is an infection of the bowel caused by a tiny parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis. It is usually caught from eating raw fruit and vegetables contaminated with human faeces (poo). Traveller's diarrhoea , which can often be severe, is the most common symptom of cyclospora. Symptoms usuallyappear about a week after catching the
Causes of diabetic ketoacidosis Diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosisDiabetic ketoacidosis is a complication of diabetes that can occur if the body starts to run out of insulin. Insulin enables the body to use bloodsugar (glucose). If there is a lack of insulin, or if it can't be used properly, the body will break down fat instead. The breakdown of fat releases harmful, acidic substances called ketones, and the
Treatingsilicosis Silicosis
SilicosisThere's no cure for silicosis, as the lung damage cannot be reversed. Treatment aims to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. The conditionmay continue to get worse, leading to further lung damage and serious disability, although this may happen very slowly over many years. The following steps may limit the risk of complications: ensure
Symptoms of tonsillitis Tonsillitis
TonsillitisThe main symptom of tonsillitisisa Strep throat . Your tonsils will be red and swollen, and your throat may be very painful, making swallowing difficult. In some cases, the tonsils are coated or have white, pus-filled spots on them. Other common symptoms of tonsillitisinclude: high temperature (fever) over 38C (100.4F) coughing
Introduction West Nile virus
West Nile virusWest Nile virus (WNV) is a virus that's found in many countries around the worldand spread by mosquitoes. Most cases of WNV are not serious and many people have no symptoms or only mild Bird flu -like symptoms, such as headaches , muscle aches and a high temperature(fever). Seriousproblems occur infewer than 1 in 100 people infected with the
Preventing bronchiolitis Bronchiolitis
BronchiolitisThe virus that causes bronchiolitis is very common and easily spread, so it's impossible to completely prevent it. However, following the steps below can reduce the likelihood of your child developing or spreading the infection. You should: cover your child's nose and mouth when they Cough or sneeze use disposable tissues rather than
Symptoms Malaria
MalariaSymptoms of malaria can develop as quickly as seven days after you're bitten by an infected mosquito. Typically, the time between being infected an dwhen symptoms start (incubation period) is 7 to 18 days, depending on the specific parasite you're infected with. However, in some cases it can take up to a year for symptoms to develop. The
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…