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HYPERTHYROIDISM (OVERACTIVE THYROID)

WEBHyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) The exact cause of an overactive thyroid is unknown. The common form results from unusual antibodies circulating in the blood …

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ANXIETY- A patient's guide

WEBAnxiety is a normal response to stress but some suffer more severely than others. This results in anxiety disorders including phobias, obsessive compulsiveness and disorders …

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a summary of the health benefits

WEBVegetables and fruits are generally rich in potassium and low in sodium. A proportion of people are susceptible to excessive intake of sodium which can cause high blood …

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RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

WEBRheumatoid arthritis (RA) has the following features. These may help distinguish it from other forms of arthritis: It is inflammatory, meaning that, as well as pain, there is swelling …

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COMMON LABORATORY TESTS

WEBThe Complete Blood Count: (CBC) This is a common group blood test, which assesses the cells in blood. It is not, as the name suggests, a test which completely tests everything in …

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an outline for patients and families

WEBSchizophrenia is a serious and potentially debilitating mental illness. Schizophrenia is NOT the same as a "split personality". It is an illness affecting both thinking and emotion. The …

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POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA

WEBThe diagnosis of PMR is based on: 1) Clinical features - these include pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulders, and pelvic area, and systemic symptoms such as fatigue, weight …

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BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA

WEBBenign prostatic hyperplasia is a growth of the prostate tissue. It occurs in most men as they grow older. About 20 to 30 percent of men will require treatment. The condition …

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HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY a patient's guide

WEBHormone replacement therapy (HRT) replaces oestrogen which is reduced after menopause. It effectively treats symptoms of menopause like hot flushes and night …

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OCCUPATIONAL OVERUSE SYNDROME (OOS)

WEBOccupational Overuse Syndrome is a collective term covering a range of disorders which cause pain and/or other sensations in muscles, tendons, nerves, soft tissues, and joints. …

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HELICOBACTER PYLORI

WEBAn important member of this family of bacteria is "Helicobacter Pylori", often abbreviated to "H.Pylori". H.Pylori bacteria live in the mucous layer that covers the inner surface of the …

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THE FIRST SIX WEEKS OF LIFE

WEBThe first six weeks of life are an important time for both parent and baby. Although the adaptation from intrauterine life to postnatal life takes place in the first few minutes and …

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TRAVEL VACCINES AND MALARIA

WEBChloroquine. · Taken once weekly. · Started 1-2 weeks prior to travel, during and for 4 weeks afterwards. · Safe in pregnancy. · Cannot be used in areas where there is …

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ALTITUDE SICKNESS

WEBAltitude sickness is a common problem for mountain climbers and travellers to some areas. A high altitude is considered any height above 2500 metres (8000 feet) because altitude …

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