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Introduction Subdural haematoma
Subdural haematomaA subdural haematoma is a serious condition where blood collects between the skull and the surface of the brain. It's usually caused by a head injury. Symptoms of a subdural haematoma can include: a Headaches that keeps getting worse feeling and being sick confusion personality changes, such as being unusually aggressive or having rapid
How do people with synaesthesia feel about their condition? Synaesthesia
SynaesthesiaInterviews with people who have synaesthesia show a wide rangeof feelings towards their condition. Many are positive about it ("I feel sorry for people who don't have this"), and can't imagine their life without it. Some feel neutral about it, and treat it as something they've become used to, which doesn't affect them in any way. For a
Introduction Termination of pregnancy
Termination of pregnancyAn abortion is the medical process of ending a pregnancy so it doesn't result in the birth of a baby. It's also sometimes known as a termination. The pregnancy is ended either by taking medications or having a minor surgical procedure. One in three women will have an abortion in their lifetime. This page covers: How to get an abortion
How is termination of pregnancy performed Termination of pregnancy
Termination of pregnancyAbortions can only be carried out in hospitals or licensed clinics. You won't usually need to stay in the clinic or hospital overnight, but you may need to attend several appointments on different days. This page covers: Before an abortion Methods of abortion Afterwards Before an abortion Before having an abortion, you'll need to attend an
Risks Termination of pregnancy
Termination of pregnancyAbortions are generally very safe and most women won't experience any problems. But like any medical treatment, there is a small risk that something could go wrong. The risk of complications increases the later in pregnancy an abortion is carried out. This page covers: Possible complications When to get medical advice Effect on
Introduction Testicular cancer
Testicular cancerCancer of the testicle is one of the less common cancers and tends to mostly affect men between 15 and 49 years of age. The most common symptom is a painless Testicular lumps and swellings . It can be the size of a pea or it may be much larger. Other symptoms can include: a dull ache in the scrotum a feeling of heaviness in the scrotum
Causes of testicular lumps and swellings Testicular lumps and swellings
Testicular lumps and swellingsMost testicular lumps and swellingsare caused by benign (non-cancerous) conditions, although occasionally they can be a symptom of testicular cancer. It's important to see your GP if you notice a lump or swelling in one of your testicles so they can try to identify the cause and arrange any further tests if necessary. Most of these conditions
Diagnosing testicular lumps and swellings Testicular lumps and swellings
Testicular lumps and swellingsVisit your GP if you notice any changes in your testicles. Most testicular lumps are not caused by Testicular cancer and many do not necessarily need any treatment, but it is best to get them checked out. Your GP will ask you whether you have: felt any pain,and if so, where it was, how severe it was, howsuddenly it developedand how long it
Treatment Thyroid cancer
Thyroid cancerTreatment for thyroid cancer depends on the type of thyroid cancer you have and how far it has spread. The main treatments are: a thyroidectomy surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid radioactive iodine treatment you swallow a radioactive substance that travels through your blood and kills the cancer cells external
Introduction Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC or transferrin) test
Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC or transferrin) testAtotal iron-binding capacity (TIBC or transferrin) test is used to measure the amount of iron in the body.Transferrin is a glyco-protein that's found in blood plasma (the liquid part of blood). It's capable of binding iron andacts as a carrier for iron in the bloodstream.If you have aniron deficiency (a lack of iron in your blood), your iron level