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Symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer Nasopharyngeal cancer
Nasopharyngeal cancerIt's often difficult to recognise nasopharyngeal cancer because the symptoms are similar to other, less serious conditions. Also, many people with nasopharyngeal cancer don't have any symptoms until the cancer reaches an advanced stage. Symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer can include: a lump in the neck hearing loss usually only in one ear
When to get medical advice Winter vomiting disease
Winter vomiting diseaseYou don't normally need to see your GP if you think you or your child has norovirus, as there's no specific treatment for it. Antibiotics won't help because it's caused by a virus. Visiting your GP surgery with norovirus can put others at risk, so it's best to call your GP or NHS 111 if you're concerned or feel you need advice. Get medical
Treatment Obesity
ObesityIfyou're obese, speak to your GP for advice about losing weight safely. Your GP can advise you about losing weight safely by eating a healthy, balanced diet and regular physical activity . They can also let you know aboutother useful services, such as: local weight loss groups these could be provided by your local authority, the NHS, or
Treating neurofibromatosis type 1 Neurofibromatosis type 1
Neurofibromatosis type 1Someone with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) will need regular monitoring and any problems treating by a team of health professionals. If you develop complex problems, you'll usually be referred to one of two specialist NHS centres so a treatment plan can be drawn up. These are: Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust in London
Treatment OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)
OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a treatable condition. The treatment recommended will depend on how much it's affecting your life.The two main treatments are: psychological therapy usually a type oftherapy thathelps you face your fears and obsessive thoughts without "putting them right" with compulsions medication usually a type of
'I fell asleep while driving' Sleep apnoea
Sleep apnoeaTerry Gasking was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnoea after a couple of terrifying incidentswhere he fell asleep at the wheel. He tells us how he got through it. "I was driving along the A418 when I suddenly woke up and found myself going down the wrong side of the road. "I must have fallen asleep at the wheel, even though I didn't feel
'My children can't believe how good their mum looks!' Type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetesShafina Bibi was shocked to hear she had diabetes, but now she's changed her lifestyle and has never felt better. "I was devastated when I found out I had diabetes," says Shafina Bibi, 35. "I never dreamed it would happen to me." Shafina moved to the UK from Pakistan nearly 15 years ago. As someone of south Asian origin, shehad ahigher risk of
Characteristics of Noonan syndrome Noonan syndrome
Noonan syndromeNoonan syndrome can affect a person in many different ways.Not everyone with the disorder willshare the same characteristics. The three most common characteristics of Noonan syndrome are: unusualfacial features short stature ( Short stature ) heart defects present at birth ( congenital heart disease ) These are discussed in more detail below.
Causes of non-allergic rhinitis Rhinitis, non-allergic
Rhinitis, non-allergicNon-allergic rhinitis occurs when the lining of the inside of the nose becomes swollen and inflamed, usually because ofswollen blood vessels and fluid building upin the tissues of the nose. This swelling blocks the nasal passages and stimulates the mucus glands in thenose, resulting in the typical symptoms ofa blocked or runnynose. Some of the
Treating non-allergic rhinitis Rhinitis, non-allergic
Rhinitis, non-allergicTreatment fornon-allergic rhinitisoften depends onthe cause ofthe condition. In some cases, such as when rhinitis is caused by a viral infection, treatment may not be necessary. This is because the infection responsible for the condition normally clears up within a week or two. Avoiding triggers If something specific seems to betriggering your