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Symptom Checker, Health Information and Medicines …

WebThe same info as provided by GPs to patients during consultations,health/disease leaflets,patient support orgs,all about medicines,book GP appts online,interactive patient …

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Signs and Symptoms Medical Diagnosis Patient

WebSigns and Symptoms. It's often difficult to tell the difference between a symptom and a medical condition - do you just have indigestion or is it a stomach ulcer?Does your …

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Community Forums Patient

WebAnxiety Disorders Mental health. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Infections. Depression Mental health. Hip Replacement Operations and surgical procedures. Irritable Bowel Syndrome …

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How to ease worry when waiting for medical test results

WebThere is a spectrum of how people respond to such uncertainty about their health, ranging from normal self-limiting worry to excessive, all-consuming worry which …

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Fluid Overload: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Patient

WebFluid overload symptoms. The excess fluid circulating around the body can cause waterlogging of the lungs, leading to breathlessness. The medical term for this is …

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What causes sepsis

WebSepsis is caused by: A severe infection - usually bacterial, but sometimes fungal or viral. Widespread inflammation throughout the body, as the immune system …

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Helicobacter Pylori Patient

WebInfection with Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori) is the cause of most stomach and duodenal ulcers. H. pylori also causes some cases of non-ulcer dyspepsia. Infection …

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PHQ-9 Depression Test Questionnaire Patient

WebWhen screening for depression the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-2) can be used first (it has a 97% sensitivity and a 67% specificity). [ 5] If this is positive, the PHQ-9 can then …

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Vitamin D Deficiency Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

WebGetting enough vitamin D is crucial for healthy bones and teeth. In children, being deficient in vitamin D can lead to a condition called rickets, where your bones are …

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Pituitary Gland Disorders (Signs, Symptoms, Treatment) Patient

WebThe pituitary gland is located in the brain and is an endocrine gland. This means that it produces chemicals called hormones. Hormones are chemical messengers …

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Hypertension Treatment and Management Patient

WebWhen using ABPM or HBPM to monitor the response to treatment in adults with hypertension, use the average blood pressure level taken during the person's usual …

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Sever's Disease Health Patient

WebSever's disease (sometimes called calcaneal apophysitis) causes pain in the heel. It is more common in children who are regularly involved in any sport activities …

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Adrenal Fatigue Health Patient

WebAdrenal fatigue is a term that is sometimes used when tiredness and other symptoms are thought to be caused by your adrenal glands being unable to work …

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MRCP Scan Health Patient

WebAn MRCP scan is a scan that uses magnetic resonance imaging to produce pictures of your liver, bile ducts, gallbladder and pancreas. Note: the information below is …

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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Health Patient

WebBenign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a condition of the inner ear. It is a common cause of intense dizziness (vertigo), especially in older people. Benign …

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What is a full blood count

WebCommon tests. Common blood tests may include a 'full blood count' used by the doctor to establish the number, size etc of red blood cells, white blood cells and …

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What conditions can cause rapid weight gain

WebCushing’s syndrome. Cushing's syndrome is a condition that can cause weight gain. However, the disorder is extremely rare, and the symptoms often quite pronounced. …

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Steroids: Types and Side-Effects Patient

WebMental health problems, including: Changes in mood (mood swings) and behaviour - eg, feeling irritable or anxious. Depression. A short course of steroids can be …

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COVID-19: What is a risk group

WebA weakened immune system, either as a result of a medical condition like HIV or AIDS, or as a result of medications like corticosteroids or chemotherapy. A body …

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Patient

WebIn December 2019, a new coronavirus was discovered which causes a respiratory disease called COVID-19. The virus was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. …

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Children and social media: what are the risks

WebSelf-harm and suicide - social posts and communities promoting or romanticising self-harm can sometimes reach vulnerable and impressionable young …

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GAD7 Anxiety Test Questionnaire Patient

WebWhen used as a screening tool, further evaluation is recommended when the score is 10 or greater. Using the threshold score of 10, the GAD-7 has a sensitivity of 89% and a …

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