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Causes of restricted growth Short stature
Short statureRestricted growth (dwarfism) may be caused by many different medical conditions, and is more noticeable in some conditions than others. Causes of proportionate short stature The main cause of proportionate short stature (PSS) is being born to small parents. A less common cause is the body not producing enough growth hormone, which is
Treating restricted growth Short stature
Short statureSome people with restricted growth may be able to have treatment to help them grow more than they otherwise would, although not everyone will need treatment. Support and treatment is also available to help with related problems, such as associated health conditions and difficulties with daily activities. Growth hormone medication The National
Diagnosing dysphagia Swallowing problems
Swallowing problemsSee your GP if you're having any difficulty swallowing. They'll carry out an initial assessment and may refer you for further tests and treatment. Tests will help determine whether your dysphagia isthe result ofa problem with your mouth or throat (oropharyngeal, or "high" dysphagia), or your oesophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth
Symptoms of dyspraxia Dyspraxia (adults)
Dyspraxia (adults)The symptoms of dyspraxiacan vary between individuals andmay change over time. Co-ordination difficulties The co-ordination difficulties associated with dyspraxia can reducetheperson's ability to participate and function in education and employment. Difficulties with self-care, writing, typing, riding a bike and playing may start in childhood
Ebola Virus Ebola virus disease
Ebola virus diseaseEbola virus disease is a serious illness that originated in Africa, where a large outbreak occurred in 2014-15. In June 2016, the outbreak was officially declared over. The 2014-15 outbreak of Ebola mainly affected three countries in west Africa: Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. Some cases also occurred in parts of central Africa. Around 28,000
How Ebola virus is spread Ebola virus disease
Ebola virus diseaseThe Ebola virus is spread in the blood, body fluids or organs of a person or animal with the infection. For example, it can be spread by: directly touching the body of someone with the infection who has symptoms or recently died – the virus can survive for several days outside the body cleaning up body fluids (blood, stools, urine or vomit) or
Introduction Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Electrocardiogram (ECG)An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple test that can be used to check your heart's rhythm and electrical activity.Sensors attached to the skin are used todetect the electrical signals produced by your heart each time it beats.These signals are recorded by a machine and are looked atby a doctor to see if they're unusual.An ECGmay be requested by a
Howan ECG iscarried out Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Electrocardiogram (ECG)There are several different ways an ECG can be carried out. Generally, the testinvolves attaching a number of small, stickysensors called electrodes to your arms, legs and chest. These are connected by wires to an ECG recording machine.You don't need to do anything special to prepare for the test. You can eat and drink as normal beforehand.Before
Diagnosing middle ear infection Middle ear infection
Middle ear infectionA middleear infection( otitis media ) can usually be diagnosed using an instrument calledan otoscope. An otoscope is a small handheld device with a magnifying glass and a light source at the end. Using an otoscope, adoctorcanexamine the ear to look for signs of fluid in the middle ear, which may indicate an infection. Signs of fluid in the
Types of eatingdisorders Eating disorders
Eating disordersEating disorders include a range of conditions that can affect someone physically, psychologically and socially. The most common eating disorders are: Anorexia nervosa when a person tries to keep their weight as low as possible;for example, by starving themselves or exercising excessively bulimia when a person goes through periods of