Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation, sometimes leading to serious liver damage. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) spreads through contaminated blood.
What is nocturnal enuresis?
What is nocturnal enuresis? Nocturnal enuresis is the involuntary emission of urine during the night. It is not a disease. The only possible consequence is that the child’s self-esteem is affected. It is thus necessary to avoid making him feel guilty. Age: Nocturnal enuresis generally affects children between 5 and 10 years old. What to […]
DOCTOR, MY SON BEDWETS
DOCTOR, MY SON BEDWETS Bedwetting is common and often runs in families. It can be upsetting, but most children and young people will grow out of it. See a GP or school nurse for advice.
Back Pain
Back Pain Back pain is very common and usually improves within a few weeks or months.
PROSTATE CANCER
PROSTATE CANCER Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. It usually develops slowly, so there may be no signs for many years.
DIABETES
DIABETES Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body is not able to effectively use the insulin it produces. The result is an increased concentration of glucose in the blood (hyperglycemia).
OTITIS
OTITIS Acute otitis media (AOM) is an infection of the middle ear involving the eardrum .
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis is an infection of the transparent membrane of the eye (the conjunctiva). Conjunctivitis can have several causes. It is usually caused by: A virus (adenovirus); A bacterium (staphylococcus, streptococcus, pneumococcus, Haemophilus); There are also conjunctivitis of allergic origin. The symptoms of conjunctivitis are – Red, itchy, watery eyes – blurred vision, as […]
GLAUCOMA
GLAUCOMA Glaucoma is an eye disease responsible for a progressive and irreversible destruction of the optic nerve, most often caused by excessive pressure inside the eye.
What is high blood pressure?
What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is recorded with 2 numbers. The systolic pressure (higher number) is the force at which your heart pumps blood around your body. The diastolic pressure (lower number) is the resistance to the blood flow in the blood vessels. They’re both measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg).