often causes no symptoms or immediate problems but it is a major risk factor for developing a serious cardiovascular disease (conditions that can affect the circulation of blood around the body), such as a stroke or heart disease.
is an infectious illness and can be passed on to family and friends; however, most adults exposed to glandular fever have previously already been infected with the Epstein-Barr virus (often as a child) and are therefore not at risk of developing glandular fever.
is an emotional response to threats and danger, and is often connected to pain. Fear should be distinguished from anxiety, which typically occurs without any external threat.
is a fairly common condition in which cells that usually line the womb are found elsewhere in the body. Endometriosis can occur in several places in the body but most commonly occurs in the fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder, bowel, the intestines, vagina and the rectum.
is a pain which be localised around the middle or inner ear. Pain can be caused by disease in the external, middle or inner ear and can occur due to foreign bodies or a mechanical stress.
is a lightheadedness or a sensation that you are about to faint. Dizziness can arise from various medical conditions including ear conditions, brain conditions, cardiovascular disease, anemia or hypoglycaemia.
usually refers to "a spasmodic, painful, involuntary contraction of skeletal muscle'' and there are many causes for this sort of ailment. This transient, involuntary episode of pain is usually sustained for a few minutes or even up to 10 minutes when whole muscles or muscle groups go into spasm.
is a very common condition that affects people of all ages. The treatment for constipation is usually very effective, although in some cases it can take several months before a regular bowel pattern is re-established.
affects the airways of the lungs (the bronchi) which causes the airways to become inflamed and swollen and can be successully treated with a variety of complementary health therapies
is a term used to describe a number of painful conditions of the joints and bones. Two of the main types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
