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Causes of trigger finger Trigger finger
Trigger fingerTrigger finger is usually caused by swelling of one of the tendons that run along your fingersand thumbs, although the exact reason why this occurs isn't fully understood. The swelling makes it difficult for the affected tendon to slide through its membrane (tendon sheath), causing the pain and stiffness associated with trigger finger. The
Treating trigger finger Trigger finger
Trigger fingerThe treatment for trigger finger depends on the severity of your symptoms and how long you've had them. Sometimes, trigger fingergets better without treatment, soyour GP may recommend avoiding activities that cause the painto see if this helps relieve your symptoms. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) , such as ibuprofen , may also
Vaccinations for travellers abroad Travel vaccines
Travel vaccinesThe following vaccinations are available for people travelling abroad: cholera diphtheria hepatitis A hepatitis B Japanese encephalitis meningococcal meningitis MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) polio rabies tetanus tick-borne encephalitis tuberculosis (TB) typhoid yellow fever Cholera vaccination Vaccination againstcholera isn't routinely needed
Treating trichomoniasis Trichomoniasis
TrichomoniasisTrichomoniasis is unlikely to go away without treatment. The infection may cure itself in rare cases, but you risk passing the infection on to someone else if you're not treated. Antibiotics Trichomoniasis is usually treated quickly and easily with Penicillin . Most people are prescribed anantibiotic called metronidazole which is very
Symptoms of trichotillomania Trichotillomania
TrichotillomaniaMost people with trichotillomania pull out hair from their scalp, but some pull out hair from other areas. These include: eyebrows eyelashes genital area underarm area arms legs chest or tummy face, such asa beard or moustache People with trichotillomania feel an intense urge to pull their hair out and growing tension until they do.
Introduction Vaginal cancer
Vaginal cancerVaginal cancer is a rare type of cancer that begins in the vagina. Around 260 new cases arediagnosed in the UK each year. Cancer that begins in the vagina is called primary vaginal cancer. Cancer that begins in another part of the body such as the cervix, womb or ovaries and spreads to the vagina is known as secondary vaginal cancer. This topic
Treating vaginal cancer Vaginal cancer
Vaginal cancerTreatment for vaginal cancer will depend on where the cancer is in your vagina and how far it has spread. Possible treatments include radiotherapy, surgery and chemotherapy . When you are diagnosed with cancer, you will be cared for by a group of different healthcare professionals, known as a multidisciplinary team (MDT). Your MDT will include
Complications of toxoplasmosis Toxoplasmosis
ToxoplasmosisFor most people, toxoplasmosis causes no or few symptoms and passes without any further problems. However, some people can develop serious complications. Serious problems are more likely to develop if you become infected while you're pregnant or if you have a weak immune system. Some of the main complications associated with toxoplasmosis are
Preventing toxoplasmosis Toxoplasmosis
ToxoplasmosisThere are a number of measures you can take to help reduce your risk of developing a toxoplasmosis infection.These measures are particularly important if you're pregnant or have a weakened immune system: wear gloves when gardening, particularly when handling soil wash your hands thoroughly afterwards with soap and hot water avoid eating raw or
Complications Tracheostomy
TracheostomyAtracheostomy is usually safe and straightforward but, as with many medical procedures, it does carrya risk of complications. The likelihood of complications will depend on: your age and general health the reason you need the tracheostomy Generally, a planned tracheostomy carries a lower risk of complications than an emergency tracheostomy.