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Causes of allergic rhinitis Rhinitis, allergic
Rhinitis, allergicAllergic rhinitis is caused by an allergic reaction to an allergen, such as pollen, dust and certain animals.Oversensitive immune systemIf you have allergic rhinitis, your immune system your natural defence against infection and illnesswill react to an allergen as if it were harmful.If your immune system is oversensitive, it will react to
Diagnosing allergic rhinitis Rhinitis, allergic
Rhinitis, allergicYour GP will often be able to diagnose allergic rhinitis from your symptoms and your personal and family medical history. They'll ask you whether you've noticedany triggers that seem to cause a reaction, and whether it happens at a particular place or time.Your GP may examine the inside of your nose to check for nasal polyps. Nasal polyps are
Treating allergic rhinitis Rhinitis, allergic
Rhinitis, allergicTreatment for allergic rhinitis depends on how severe your symptoms are and how much they're affecting your everyday activities.In most cases treatment aims to relieve symptoms such as sneezing and a blocked or runny nose. If you have mild allergic rhinitis, you can often treat the symptoms yourself.You should visit your GP if your symptoms are
Symptoms Rheumatic fever
Rheumatic feverThe symptoms of rheumatic fever usually develop one to five weeks after a streptococcal throat infection. In a majority of cases the disease will begin following a case of acute angina or pharyngitis. In other cases, patients will suffer from other focal infections such as dental granulomas or abscesses, otitis, paradontosis, sinusitis, or other
Complications Rheumatic fever
Rheumatic feverRheumatic heart disease is a common and potentially serious complication that can occur in cases of rheumatic fever. In rheumatic heart disease, inflammation causes the heart's valves to become damaged and stiffened, disrupting the normal flow of blood through the heart. It's estimated that around one in three people with a history of rheumatic
Symptoms Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritisThe main symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis are joint pain, swelling and stiffness. It may also cause more general symptoms, and inflammation in other parts of the body. The symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis often develop gradually over several weeks, but some cases can progress quickly over a number of days. The symptoms vary from person to
Causes Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritisRheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition, which means it's caused by the immune system attacking healthy body tissue. However, it's not yet known what triggers this.Your immune system normally makes antibodies that attack bacteria and viruses, helping to fight infection.If you have rheumatoid arthritis, your immune system mistakenly sends
Diagnosis Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritisRheumatoid arthritis can be difficult to diagnose because many conditions cause joint stiffness and inflammation and there's no definitive test for the condition. You should see your GP if you have these symptoms so they can try to determine the cause. Seeing your GP Your GP willcarry out a physical examination, checking your joints for any
Introduction Rosacea
RosaceaRosacea is a common but poorly understood long-termskin condition that mainly affects the face. It can be controlled tosome degree with long-term treatment, but sometimes the changes inphysical appearance can havea significant psychological impact. This topic covers: Rosacea When to see your GP Causes Treatment and self-help
Self help Rosacea
RosaceaIf you have rosacea, there are a number of things you can do to help keep the condition under control. Avoid triggers Many people with rosacea notice certain triggers make their symptoms worse. Although it's not always practical or possible, taking steps to avoid these triggers can help reduce the severity and frequency of your