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Causes of labyrinthitis Labyrinthitis
LabyrinthitisLabyrinthitis is caused by inflammation of part of the inner ear known as the labyrinth. This is caused by an infection. How the labyrinth works The fluid-filled channels of the labyrinth are known as the vestibular system and they are connected at different angles. This fluid moves when you move your head, telling your brain how far, fast and
Introduction Pleurisy
PleurisyPleurisy is inflammation of the sheet-like layers that cover the lungs (the pleura). The most common symptom of pleurisy is a sharp Chest pain when breathing deeply. Sometimes the pain is also felt in the shoulder. The pain may be worse when you cough, sneeze or move around, and it may be relieved by taking shallow breaths. Other symptoms can
'Things have moved on a lot since I was diagnosed with HIV' HIV and AIDS
HIV and AIDSMichael Edwards contractedHIV in 1990. He's now in his60s and is still working and leading a healthy life.The first sign was a bad dose of flu. Like me, my GP is gay and he suspected that I had contracted HIV. I flew down to St Marys Hospital and had a test, whichwas positive. Unusually, I contracted HIV through oral sex, probably because I had
Causes of stillbirth Stillbirth
StillbirthA large proportion of stillbirths seem to happen in otherwise healthy babies and the cause often can't be explained. However, many stillbirths are linked to placental complications. This means that for some reason the placenta (the organ that links the baby's blood supply to the mother's and nourishes the baby in the womb) isn't functioning
What can I do to protect myself and prevent the spread of disease Coronavirus
CoronavirusProtection measures for everyone Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. COVID-19 is still affecting mostly people in China with some outbreaks in other countries. Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but
Symptoms of croup Laryngotracheitis
LaryngotracheitisA child can get croup at any time of the year, although it's more likely to occur during late autumn or early winter. This may be because there are more viruses, such as Cold and flu, around at this time of year. Typical symptoms of croup include: a bark-like cough a hoarse or croaky voice difficulty breathing a harsh
Symptoms of genital herpes Herpes, genital
Herpes, genitalMost people with the herpes simplex virus (HSV) don't experience any symptoms of genital herpes when first infected. As a result, many people don't know they have the condition. Symptoms may not appear until months or sometimes years after you're exposed to the virus. If you experience symptoms when first infected, they usually appear four to
Signs and symptoms of Lyme disease Lyme disease
Lyme diseaseEarly symptoms Many people withearly-stage Lyme disease develop a distinctive circular rash at the site of the tick bite, usually aroundthree to 30 days after being bitten. This is known as erythema migrans. The rash is often described as looking like a bull's-eye on a dart board. The affected area of skin will be red and the edges may feel
Treating polycythaemia Polycythaemia
PolycythaemiaTreatment forpolycythaemia aims to prevent symptoms and complications (such as blood clots), and treat any underlying causes. Some of the main treatments used are described below. Venesection Venesection is the simplest and quickest way of reducing the number of red cells in your blood. It may be recommended if you have PV, a history of blood
Introduction Bronchitis
Bronchitis Bronchitis is an infection of the main airways of the lungs (bronchi), causing them to become irritated and inflamed. The bronchi branch off on either side of your windpipe (trachea). They lead to smaller and smaller airways inside your lungs, known as bronchioles. The walls of the bronchi produce mucus to trap dust and other
176 health news for FLU
Swine flu vaccine being tested
Clinical trials of newly developed vaccines for swine flu have begun in the USA and Australia. These human studies will gather data on the safety and effectiveness
Predicting swine flu deaths
In a paper published in the British Medical Journal, researchers have called for improved data to map the spread of swine flu and to make accurate estimates of the
Flu jab in pregnancy protects babies
News article about a study which investigated whether vaccinating mothers against flu provided protection for their babies
Man flu: real or myth?
Man flu is real, reported the Daily Mirror. Many newspapers reported the news that scientists have found men suffer from flu more because they “invest in their spirit
Vaccination 'a civic duty' according to new report
“Getting vaccinated is a civic duty, warn health experts,” The Independent has reported. The news is based on a new report on adult immunisation in the UK produced by the International Longevity Centre…
Hot drinks ease cold and flu
Hot fruit drink can ease cold and flu symptoms according to a new research study covered in the press.
Swine flu vaccine 'link' to 'deadly' nerve condition
‘H1N1 vaccine linked to potentially fatal nervous system condition’ is the frightening headline in the Daily Telegraph. However, the complete picture behind this alarmist claim is in fact very different…
Appendicitis cause still a mystery
“Appendicitis may be triggered by a viral infection,” reported the Daily Mail. The newspaper said that the same researchers who made this claim also suggested that non-perforated appendicitis (where the appendix has not burst) may not always warrant surgery...
Swine flu: early epidemiology
In the first months of its outbreak in the UK, H1N1 mostly affected young people, and was most commonly spread through contact at school, research by the HPA has
Immune systems and ageing
“Elderly people succumb to viruses 'because their immune systems work too hard',” The Daily Telegraph has reported. The newspaper says that new research into the immune system could also affect the way flu vaccination...