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Causes of Acromegaly Acromegaly
AcromegalyWhat happens in people with acromegaly? Acromegaly is caused by excessive production of growth hormone. This usually occurs as the result of a benign (non-cancerous) brain tumour in the pituitary gland called an adenoma, but rare cases have been linked to tumours elsewhere in the body, such as in the lungs and pancreas. Although acromegaly
Introduction Telogen effluvium
Telogen effluviumAlopecia is the general medical term for hair loss. There are many types of hair loss with different symptoms and causes. Some of the more common types of hair loss are described below, including: Telogen effluvium alopecia areata scarring alopecia anagen effluvium telogen effluvium Male- and female-pattern baldness Male-pattern
Treating hair loss Telogen effluvium
Telogen effluviumAlthough hair loss rarely needs to be treated, many people seek treatment for cosmetic reasons. However, hair loss can have an emotional impact, so you may want to look at treatment if you're uncomfortable with your appearance. If hair loss is caused by an infection or another condition, such as Lichen planus or discoid lupus , treating the
Patient story: "I hate my bald head." Telogen effluvium
Telogen effluviumRobert Murray started losing his hair at the age of 16 and, more than 10 years later, he's still coming to terms with it. Insults like slaphead, chrome dome and baldie have made it difficult for Robert, from Cheshire, to be bald and proud. He's not alone. Almost one-third of men are noticeably balding by the age of 30. Most try to hide their
Treatment and support for people with albinism Hypopigmentation
HypopigmentationAlbinism itself does not need to be treated, but the associated skin and eye problemsoftendo. Eye problems Many babies with albinism may seem to have severely impaired vision during the first few months of life, but their vision often improves significantly by the time they are a few months old. This is known as delayed vision maturation.
Treating alcohol misuse Alcohol misuse
Alcohol misuseThe treatment options for alcohol misuse depend on the extent of your drinking and whether you're trying to drink less (moderation) or give up drinking completely (abstinence). This page covers: brief intervention moderation vs abstinence detox and withdrawal symptoms medication for alcohol dependency therapy for alcohol
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 system If 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 Polyps, nose . Nasal polyps
Preventing allergic rhinitis Rhinitis, allergic
Rhinitis, allergicThe best way to prevent allergic rhinitis is to avoid the allergen that causes it. Butthis isn't always easy. Allergens, such as dust mites, aren't always easy to spot and can breed in even the cleanest house. It can also be difficult to avoid coming into contact with pets, particularly if they belong to friends and family. Below is some
Allergy testing Indoor allergy
Indoor allergyIf you think you have an allergy, tell your GP about the symptoms you're having, when they happen, how often they occur and if anything seems to trigger them. Your GP can offer advice and treatment for mild allergies with a clear cause. If your allergy is more severe or it's not obvious what you're allergic to, you may be referredfor allergy