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Information about your child 22q11 deletion (DiGeorge syndrome)
22q11 deletion (DiGeorge syndrome)If your child hasDiGeorge syndrome, your clinical team will pass information about him or her on to the National Congenital Anomaly and Rare Diseases Registration Service (NCARDRS). This helps scientists look for better ways to prevent and treat this condition. You can opt out of the register at any time. Find out more about the register .
What happens during a hysteroscopy Hysteroscopy
HysteroscopyA hysteroscopy is a simple procedure usually carried outon an outpatient or day-casebasis. This means you won't normally need to stay in hospital overnight. Preparing for a hysteroscopy In the days and weeks before a hysteroscopy, you may be advised to: have tests to check whether you can have the procedure, such as Blood tests and a
Introduction Diphtheria
DiphtheriaDiphtheria is a potentially fatal contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat, and sometimes the skin. Diphtheria is highly contagious. Its spread by coughs and sneezes, or by contact with someone with diphtheria or items belonging to them, such as bedding or clothing. The infection is usually caught after being in
Complications of diabetic ketoacidosis Diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosisWith prompt treatment, diabetic ketoacidosis can be corrected without any complications developing. If left untreated, the condition can be life-threatening. Certain groups of people are more likely to develop serious problems from diabetic ketoacidosis. These include young children, elderly people, and those with another serious underlying
Stages of diabetic retinopathy Diabetic retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathyDiabetic retinopathy develops in stages over time. If you're diagnosed withdiabetic retinopathy after diabetic eye screening , lifestyle changes and/or treatment can reduce the chances of the problem progressing. The main stages of diabetic retinopathy are described below. You wont necessarily experience all of these. Stage one: background
Introduction Nummular eczema
Nummular eczemaDiscoid eczema, also known as nummular or discoid dermatitis, is a long-term skin condition that causesskin to become itchy, reddened, swollen and cracked incircular or oval patches. Without treatment, discoid eczema can last for weeks, months or even years. It may also keep recurring oftenin the same area that was affected previously. This
Common causes of dizziness Lightheadedness
LightheadednessThe most common causes of dizziness are outlined below. Labyrinthitis an inner ear infection that affects your hearing and balance, and can lead to a severe form of dizziness called vertigo . Migraine dizziness may come on before or after the headache, or even without the headache. Stress or anxiety particularly if you
Diagnosing Down's syndrome Trisomy 21
Trisomy 21Screening during pregnancy can determinethe likelihood of a baby being born with Down's syndrome, but in many cases the condition is only diagnosed after birth. Screening during pregnancy All pregnant womenare offered screening for Down's syndrome. Screening cannotdefinitively diagnose Down's syndrome, but it can help determine the chances of
Communication tips Dysarthria (difficulty speaking)
Dysarthria (difficulty speaking)The following advice may help you communicate more effectively if you've got dysarthria or if you're communicating with someone with the condition. Tips for people with dysarthria If you have dysarthria, you may find it helpful to: take a good breath before you start speaking put extra effort into stressing key words speak slowly, saying one
What help and support is available? 22q11 deletion (DiGeorge syndrome)
22q11 deletion (DiGeorge syndrome)There's no cure for DiGeorge syndrome, but many of the problems experienced by people with the condition can be monitored and treated if necessary. Your child will have regular tests from infancy onwards, including: hearing tests and eye examinations blood tests to check hormone and calcium levels medical tests of their immune system