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Diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy PSP
PSPIt can be difficult to diagnose progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), as theres no single test for it, and the condition can have similar symptoms to a number of others. There are also many possible symptoms of PSP and several different sub-types that vary slightly, making it hard to make a definitive diagnosis in the early stages of the
Causes of psoriasis Psoriasis
PsoriasisPsoriasis occurs when skin cells are replaced more quickly than usual. It's not known exactly why this happens, butresearch suggestsit's caused bya problem with the immune system. Your body produces new skin cells in the deepest layer of skin. These skin cells gradually move up through the layers of skin until they reach the outermost level.
Who is affected Pyoderma gangrenosum
Pyoderma gangrenosumPyoderma gangrenosumis seen in men and women of any age, but usually affects young and middle-aged adults. People with the following health conditions are particularly susceptible: inflammatory bowel disease including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease rheumatoid arthritis a long-term condition causing pain, swelling and stiffness
What causes pyoderma gangrenosum? Pyoderma gangrenosum
Pyoderma gangrenosumThe exact cause of pyoderma gangrenosum is not understood, but it's thought to be areaction to a disease or illness, such as the health conditions listed above. However, about halfof all peoplewith pyoderma gangrenosum have none of these conditions, and thereis noobvious reason for it. There is usually a high concentration of neutrophils(white
Introduction Prostate problems
Prostate problemsProstate problems are common in men, particularly in those over 50 years of age. On this page, you canread about what the prostate is and the main problems that affect it, which are: Prostate problems prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate) prostate cancer Below is a summary of these conditions, plus links to more detailed
Introduction Prostatitis
ProstatitisProstatitis is theinflammation (swelling) of the prostate gland. It can be very painful and distressing, but will usually get better eventually. The prostate is a small gland foundin menthatlies between the penis and the bladder. It produces a thick white fluid that's mixed with sperm to create semen. Unlike other prostate conditionssuch as
What causes prostatitis? Prostatitis
ProstatitisThere are two main types of prostatitis: chronic prostatitis the symptoms come and go over a period of severalmonths; this is the most common type acute prostatitis the symptoms are severe and develop suddenly; this is rare, but can be serious and requires immediate treatment Acute prostatitis is usually caused by bacteria in the urinary
Introduction Psychiatry
PsychiatryPsychiatry is a medical field concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health conditions. A doctor who works in psychiatry is called a psychiatrist. Unlike other mental health professionals, such as psychologists and counsellors, psychiatrists must be medically qualified doctors who have chosen to specialise in
Introduction Protein C, Protein S or antithrombin deficiency
Protein C, Protein S or antithrombin deficiencyThrombophilia is where the blood has an increased tendency to form clots.It's not a condition or a disorder itself, and is sometimes associated with blood clots (venous thromboses) that are caused by genetic changes (mutations).If you have thrombophilia, you're more likely to develop a blood clot in one of the large veins in your leg. This is
Living-with Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritisSelf-management Taking control of rheumatoid arthritis will help you cope with its impact on your lifestyle. Arthritis Care offers self-management training courses to teach techniques for living positively with arthritis. Techniques include: relaxation and breathing exercises to help pain control goal-setting exercises positive thinking A