Health Concerns

Go to Source KATHMANDU, June 17: The Child Health Division (CHD) of the Department of Health Services (DOHS) said that it is working to introduce pneumococcal vaccine for children under its regular immunization program by…

Hamstring injuries are tears to the tendons or large muscles at the back of the thighs. They are common among athletes and usually heal on their own after a period of rest. The hamstrings are tendons (tough fibres) at the back of the thighs…

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the UK's biggest killer, causing around 82,000 deaths each year. About one in five men and one in eight women die from the disease. In the UK, there are an estimated 2.7m people living with the condition and…

Symptoms of coeliac disease can range from mild to severe. Recognise the symptoms: indigestion mild abdominal (stomach) pain bloating occasional changes in bowel habit, such as episodes of mild diarrhoea or constipation…

Go to Source Background The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical outcome and especially costs of hospitalisation for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in relation to microbial aetiology. This knowledge…

Insomnia is difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep for long enough to feel refreshed the next morning, even though you've had enough opportunity to sleep. Most people experience sleeping problems at some point in their life. It's…

Repetitive strain injury (RSI), also called work-related upper limb disorder, is a general term used to describe the pain from muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse. The condition mostly affects parts of the…

You can take effective steps to lower your blood pressure with changes to your lifestyle and by taking medication. Your choice of treatment will depend on your blood pressure level and your risk of developing a cardiovascular disease, such…

Having high blood pressure can be prevented by eating heathily, maintaining a healthy weight, taking regular exercise, drinking alcohol in moderation and not smoking. Diet Cut down on the amount of salt in your food and eat plenty of fruit…

Melanoma is a rare and serious type of cancer that begins in the skin and can spread to other organs in the body. The most common sign of melanoma is the appearance of a new mole or a change in an existing mole. This can happen anywhere on…

The first sign of a melanoma is often the appearance of a new mole or a change in the appearance of an existing mole. Normal moles are usually a single colour, round or oval in shape and not larger than 6mm (1/4 inch) in diameter.…

A stomach ache usually refers to cramps or a dull ache in the belly (abdomen). It is normally short lived and caused by a minor upset or bug. Severe abdominal pain is a greater cause for concern. If it starts suddenly and…

Eating disorders are characterised by an abnormal attitude towards food that causes someone to change their eating habits and behaviour. A person with an eating disorder may focus excessively on their weight and shape, leading them to make…

Addiction means not having control over doing, taking or using something harmful. You can't control how you use whatever you are addicted to and you become dependent on it to get through each day. It's not only drugs and alcohol that you…

The symptoms of asthma can range from mild to severe. When asthma symptoms get significantly worse, it is known as an asthma attack. The symptoms of asthma include: feeling breathless (you may gasp for breath) a tight chest,…

Genital warts usually appear within two to three months of developing an HPV infection, but gaps of up to a year between HPV infection and the appearance of warts have been reported. In women, genital warts usually begin as small,…

After you come into contact with public lice, it can take five days to several weeks before you notice any symptoms. The symptoms of pubic lice are the same for both men and women, and include: itching in the affected areas…

Congenital heart disease is caused when something disrupts the normal development of the heart. It's thought most cases of congenital heart disease occur when something affects the heart’s development during about week five of pregnancy.…

The symptoms of balanitis can vary in severity and you may not experience all of them. Symptoms include: red skin, swelling or irritation and soreness around the head of your penis (glans) thick discharge under the foreskin a…

Statins are a group of medicines that can help lower rates of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (so called ‘bad cholesterol’) in the blood. They do this by reducing the production of LDL cholesterol inside the liver. Why do I need…

Treatments for bipolar disorder aim to reduce the severity and frequency of the episodes of depression and mania so that a person can live life as normally as possible. Treatment options for bipolar disorder If they are not treated,…

The main symptom of bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a change in your usual vaginal discharge. Your discharge may: become thin and watery change to a white or grey colour develop a strong, unpleasant, fishy smell, particularly…

A Bartholin's cyst, also called a Bartholin's duct cyst, is a small growth just inside the opening of a woman’s vagina. Cysts are small fluid-filled sacs that are usually harmless. A Bartholin's cyst can stay small and painless and may not…

The most common symptom of gout is sudden and severe pain in one or more joints; typically your big toe. Gout is extremely painful; some people feel it's as painful as childbirth. Symptoms often develop at night, although they can occur at…

Resting the affected area can stop tendonitis getting worse. Strengthening the muscles around the tendon can help prevent it reoccurring. Repetitive movements Avoid repetitive movements of the affected area. If this is not possible, at…

An episode of tendonitis may only last for a few days. However, sometimes it can be more persistent and last for several weeks or months. There are a number of different treatment options, although what's best for you may depend on which…

Tendonitis or tenosynovitis (inflammation of the sheath surrounding the tendon) can often be diagnosed by your GP. Your GP will ask you: where the pain is and how severe it is whether you have recently injured yourself while…

Some people with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) grow up without their condition being recognised, sometimes through choice. However, once diagnosed, adults may access a range of autism services, such as social groups that may be available…

The main symptoms of tendonitis are pain and inflammation in the affected tendon. If you have tendonitis you may have: pain that is worse when you move the affected area a sensation that the tendon is grating or crackling as it…

Tendonitis is a term often used to describe an inflamed and painful tendon. Tendons are strong bands or cords of tissue that attach muscle to bone. They help move the bones and joints when the muscles contract. Some tendons are covered by a…