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Treating BDD Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)With treatment, many people with BDD will experience an improvement in their symptoms. The specific treatments recommended for you will depend on how severely BDD affects your daily life. If you have relatively mild BDD, you will usually be referred for a talking treatment called cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) . More severe cases may be
Introduction Bromhidrosis (body odour)
Bromhidrosis (body odour)Body odour is the unpleasant smell produced bybacteria on the skin that break down the acids in your sweat.The medical term is bromhidrosis. Anyone whohas reached puberty can produce body odour, as this is when the apocrine sweat glands develop, which produce the sweat that bacteria can quickly break down. Menare more likely to have body
Why is a blood transfusion necessary? Blood transfusion
Blood transfusionThere are several different types of blood transfusion. Whether you need one depends on a number of factors. These include: your health your medical history the type of operation you're having the seriousness of your condition An average-sized adult has about five litres of blood in total. Small amounts of blood loss (up to 1.5 litres) can be
Diagnosing Turner syndrome Turner syndrome
Turner syndromeTurner syndrome is usually identified during childhood or at puberty. However, it can sometimes bediagnosed before a baby is born using a test called amniocentesis. Pregnancy and birth Turner syndrome may be suspected in pregnancy during a routine Ultrasound scan if, for example, heart or kidney abnormalities are detected. Lymphoedema , a
Treating Turner syndrome Turner syndrome
Turner syndromeThere is no cure for Turner syndrome, but many of the associated symptoms can be trea ted. Health checks Regular health checks and preventative care and treatment are important for girls and women with Turner syndrome. This is because of the risk of complications. Some hospitals have dedicated Turner syndrome clinics with a number of
Causes Borderline personality disorder
Borderline personality disorderThere's no single cause of borderline personality disorder (BPD) and it's likely to be caused by a combination offactors. The things that are likely to contribute to BPD are explained below. Genetics Genes you inherit from your parents may make you morevulnerable to developing BPD. One study found that if one identical twin had BPD, there was
Introduction Bornholm disease
Bornholm diseaseBornholm disease is an uncommon viral infection of the intercostal muscles, which join the ribs together. The lining of the lungs is also sometimes affected. The condition is sometimes known as pleurodynia, or epidemic pleurodynia.
About the FOB test Bowel cancer screening
Bowel cancer screeningThe FOB test is a home test kit offered to all 60-74 year olds in England. It checks for the presence of blood in a stool sample, which could be an early sign of bowel cancer.If you are 75 or over, you can ask for this test by phoning 0800 707 60 60.FOB stands for "faecal occult blood" ("occult blood" means "hidden blood"). It can detect tiny
Diagnosis Rectal cancer
Rectal cancerWhen you first see your GP, they'll ask about your symptoms and whether you have a family history of bowel cancer. They'll usually carry out a simple examination of your bottom, known as a digital rectal examination (DRE) , and examine your tummy (abdomen). This is a useful way of checking whether there are any lumps in your tummy or back
Risks of stem cell transplants Stem cell transplant
Stem cell transplantStem cell or bone marrow transplants arecomplextreatments that carrya significant risk of serious complications. It's important that you're aware of both the risks and possible benefits before treatment begins. You may wish to discuss them with your treatmentteam and your family. Generally speaking, younger people who don't have any other