Category: Disabilities and Medical Conditions

A Guide to Hypothyroidism which means a low level of thyroid hormone (called thyroxine, or T4) in the blood. Symptoms, Causes, diagnosis and treatment

Varicose veins are swollen and enlarged veins that usually occur on the legs and are usually blue or dark purple in appearance. They may also be lumpy, bulging or appear twisted

Vertigo is the sensation that you or the environment around you is moving or spinning

Atherosclerosis is a potentially serious condition where the body’s medium and large arteries become clogged up by fatty substances, such as cholesterol. These substances are called plaques or atheromas. Introduction Symptoms Causes Diagnosing atherosclerosis Treating...

A guide to muscular dystrophy (MD), a genetic (inherited) condition that over time gradually causes the muscles to weaken

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also referred to as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are caused by infections passed from one person to another during sexual contact Overview As most STIs initially do not cause symptoms, there...

Shingles is an infection of a nerve and the area of skin around it. It is caused by the herpes varicella-zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox.

Affecting around 5% of the population infertility is when a couple do not conceive (become pregnant)

Most commonly, oedema causes swelling of the hands, arms, feet, ankles and legs. Oedema is the medical term for fluid retention in the body

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common condition, where acid from the stomach leaks up into the oesophagus (gullet). The main symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) are heartburn and acid reflux. Introduction Acid Reflux...