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Getting help Self-harm
Self-harmIt's important for anyone who self-harms to see their GP. They can treat any physical injury and recommend further assessment, if necessary. Your GP is likely to ask you about your feelings in some detail. They'll want to establish why you self-harm, what triggers it and how you feel afterwards. Your GP may ask you some questions to see if you
Symptoms of STI Sexually Transmitted Infections
Sexually Transmitted InfectionsSTI symptoms unusual discharge from the vagina, penis or anus pain when peeing lumps or skin growths around the genitals or anus a rash unusual vaginal bleeding itchy genitals or anus blisters and sores around the genitals or anus
Symptoms Sickle cell anaemia
Sickle cell anaemiaSickle cell disease can cause a wide range of symptoms. These can start from a few months of age, although many children have few or no symptoms if treatment is started early on. Some of the main symptoms are outlined below, although not everyone with the condition will experience all of these. Painful episodes Episodes of pain known as
Causes Sickle cell anaemia
Sickle cell anaemiaSickle cell disease is caused by faulty genes that a child inherits from their parents.It's not caused by anything the parents did before or during the pregnancy and you can't catch it from someone who has it.How sickle cell disease is inheritedGenes come in pairs. You inherit one set from your mother and one set from your father.To be born with
Introduction Vomiting in children and babies
Vomiting in children and babiesIt's normal for babies and children to vomit occasionally.In most cases, it will last nolonger than one to twodays and isn't a sign of anything serious. Themost common cause of vomiting in children and babies is Gastroenteritis . This is an infection of the gut usuallycaused by a virus or bacteria, which also causes diarrhoea .The symptoms can
Preventingsilicosis Silicosis
SilicosisSilicosis can beprevented by avoiding prolonged exposure to silica dust. In the UK, all workplaces must now comply with The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 , which sets a workplace exposure limit for silica. Your employer should warn you about any risks to your health, make sure you're aware of the correct procedures
Symptoms of a sinus headache Sinus headache
Sinus headacheA sinus headache is a constant, throbbing pain felt in the face (around the eyes, cheeks and forehead), usually only on one side. It tends to be at its worst first thing in the morning and may get better by the afternoon. The pain may get worse when you move your head, strain or bend down, and when you experience extreme changes in temperature
Introduction Sinusitis
SinusitisSinusitis is a common condition in which the lining of the sinuses becomes inflamed. It's usually caused by a viral infection and often improves within two or three weeks. The sinuses are small, air-filled cavities behind your cheekbones and forehead. The mucus produced by your sinuses usually drains into your nose through small channels. In
When to get medicaladvice Vomiting in children and babies
Vomiting in children and babiesYou should contact your GP if: your childis repeatedly vomiting andis unableto hold down fluids you thinkthey're dehydrated symptoms of dehydration can include a dry mouth, crying without producing tears, urinating less or not wetting many nappies, and drowsiness their vomit is green or contains blood they have been vomiting for more than a
Looking after your child at home Vomiting in children and babies
Vomiting in children and babiesIn most cases, you can treat your child safely at home. The most important thing you can do is make sure they keep drinking fluids to prevent dehydration. If your baby is vomiting, carry on breastfeeding or giving them milk feeds. If they seem dehydrated, they will need extra fluids.Ask your GP or pharmacist whetheryou should give your baby oral