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Asthma

Asthma is a chronic, obstructive disease of the lungs of varying severity affecting 6-7% of the UK population. It is most common in Western populations, and appears to be on the increase. Around 20 per cent of children of primary ...

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Asthma in Childhood

Asthma is a disease of the lungs that results in breathing difficulties, caused by spasm of the bronchial tubes, or airways. The symptoms are also compounded by inflammation of the lining of these airways and the accumulation of s...

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Breathing Problems Part 1

These can be described, as breathing that is laboured or uncomfortable. Breathing problems can be due to a variety of different reasons. Possible Causes (not an exhaustive list) Asthma COPD Obstruction of airways by an objec...

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Breathing Problems Part 2

Caution for the ElderlyOlder people are more likely to suffer from respiratory problems due to an incapacity to fight infection, as a result of physiological deterioration and long-term exposure to various damaging substances. Exp...

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Asthma in childhood

Asthma is a disease of the lungs that results in breathing difficulties, caused by spasm of the bronchial tubes, or airways. Symptoms The symptoms are compounded by inflammation of the lining of these airways and the accumulation ...

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Asthma

.What are the symptoms of asthma?The breathing difficulties linked with asthma are caused by constriction of the bronchial tubes or airways, and are compounded by the inflammation and accumulation of secretions in these p...

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Allergies

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Animal Allergies

Many people suffer allergic reactions to animals, the most common of which is to cats. One popular misconception is that it is the fur which causes the reaction, when in fact it is either dried saliva left on the fur after groomin...

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Rashes in Childhood

A rash is a condition in which the skin appears blotchy or displays red or purple spots. Most rashes disappear after a couple of days and are not serious. Symptoms Other localised rashes include nappy rash, prickly heat, cold so...

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Hayfever

Hayfever Hayfever, also known as seasonal allergic rhinitis, is a very common condition that affects 2 in 10 people in the UK. Affecting around 10 million people, hayfever is the commonest form of allergy in the UK. It is caused b...

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Goodsphere Air Cleaning System

How it works Goodsphere's unique air cleaning process harnesses the inherent purification properties of water and the natural anti-bacterial qualities of essential oils, to literally wash the air clean. It's a simple and...

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Chlorphenamine (Chlorpheniramine)

Chlorphenamine is an antihistamine that relieves itching, swelling and redness of the skin. It also reduces runny nose, itching and sneezing.UsesChlorphenamine may be used to treat allergies such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, skin...

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Itching Part 1

The medical term for itching of the skin is pruritis - a sensation that causes discomfort in the skin and usually eased by the action of scratching. Itching can affect the whole body or a particular area, depending on the cause. P...

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Itching Part 2

Caution for the ElderlyThe elderly are more likely to suffer from dry, itchy skin because our skins lose oil-producing glands and are less able to hold moisture, as we get older. Using moisturising therapies can combat this. Advic...

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Toxic Shock Syndrome

Toxic shock syndrome is a term used to describe the effects of a reaction to a toxin that is mostly caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus Aureus. This condition is seen most commonly in women who use highly absorbent tampons. The ...

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Allergic Rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis is perhaps more commonly thought of as hay fever.It is, however, any reaction to an allergen - a substance which adversely affects the skin, nose, sinuses and lungs or which causes breathing difficulties....

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Food allergies

Reactions to food can have two categories: true food allergies and food intolerances. True food allergies are relatively rare but food intolerance is fairly common.

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Eczema

SymptomsThe typical eczema rash usually starts as a raised and reddened scaly patch, quickly developing into weeping, pus-filled sores which may then crust over. If left untreated, the skin often becomes dry, cracked and itchy, an...

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Cancer

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Cancer

The human body is made up of millions of cells, which are arranged and organised in a unique way in different parts of the body: a process that involves a division and constant replacement of those cells that are lost. In the case...

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Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the most common cancer that occurs in the U.K. The incidence rate is greatest in males, but is on the increase in females. The cancer itself may be directly due to lung damage caused by a cancerous growth, or to a s...

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Prostate Cancer

The prostate is the gland which is found in men around the urethra where it meets the bladder. Prostate cancer occurs when a growth of abnormal blood cells gather in the gland causing a tumour.Typically, prostate cancer is found i...

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Breast Problems and Breast Cancer

Some women experience breast enlargement and pain just before their period. There is usually nothing sinister in these symptoms, and relief can be had with Gemolenic Acid and Evening Primrose Oil. Some lumps may appear at the milk...

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Cancer

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Skin cancer

Pigmented skin lesions may be completely innocent-like freckles or life-threatening melanoma. It is important to monitor any changes to moles or pigmented marks on the skin such as itching, bleeding, crusting, growth or change of ...

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Prostate cancer

The prostate is a gland found in men being situated where the urethra meets the bladder. Prostate cancer occurs when a growth of abnormal blood cells gather in the gland causing a tumour. Typically, prostate cancer is found in old...

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Leukaemia

Leukaemia is a form of cancer, which attacks the white blood cells. The two main different forms of leukaemia are lymphoblastic (of the lymph glands) and myeloblastic (of the bone marrow). Acute leukaemia is a malignancy of the fo...

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Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the most common cancer that occurs in the U.K., withthe incidence being greater amongst males, although it is on theincrease in females. The cancer itself may arise due to directlung damage and the production ...

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Ovarian Cancer

The ovaries are two almond-shaped glands that are situated on each side of the uterus just below the fallopian tube. They are about 3 cm in length and 2 cm in width. As well as producing ova, they are responsible for producing oes...

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Breast Lump

Lumps in the breast can vary in size, shape and location. The causes can be diverse but it is important to identify their origin, and whether they are malignant or benign. Possible Causes (not an exhaustive list) Fibroadenoma ...

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Cancer of the rectum

Rectal cancer occurs when the abnormal cells associated with cancer, gather in the tissues of the rectum. The rectum is part of the digestive tract and the last 6 inches of the large intestine. Symptoms The early stages may not ne...

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Leukaemia

Leukaemia is a form of cancer that attacks the white blood cells. The two main forms of leukaemia are lymphoblastic (of the lymph glands) and myeloblastic (of the bone marrow). Acute leukaemia is a malignancy of the formation of b...

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Breast problems

Breast problems (Women) There are several reasons for women's breasts to alter. These include hormone changes, ageing and pregnancy. Many lumps and bumps that appear are part of the normal changes which occur throughout life.Breas...

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Smoking

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Stop Smoking

This year, 12th March was "No smoking day". Department of Health figures show that in the UK, 29 per cent of men and 28 per cent of women smoke. It is estimated that of the 13 million smokers in the UK, about two thirds want to st...

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Smoking

On July 1st, England goes smoke free, and so can you! Smoking in enclosed places is now against the law. It is estimated that of the 13 million smokers in the UK, about two thirds want to stop. The dangers to health cannot be ...

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Heart Attack

Like the rest of the body, the heart requires a supply of oxygen and nutrients to function properly. If any part of it is deprived of these for any length of time, as happens during a heart attack (myocardial infarction), it can r...

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