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Treating Tay-Sachs disease Tay-Sachs disease
Tay-Sachs diseaseThere's currently no cure for Tay-Sachs disease, so the aim of treatment is to make living with the condition as comfortable as possible. Treatmentusually focuses on: preventing problems with the lungs and airways relieving any feeding or swallowing problems ( dysphagia ) using medication to help control or relieve symptoms, such as fits and
Treating supraventricular tachycardia SVT (supraventricular tachycardia)
SVT (supraventricular tachycardia)In many cases, symptoms of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) stop quickly and no treatment is needed. However, if necessary, treatment is available to stop an episode of SVT andprevent future episodes. The various treatments forSVT are outlined below. You can also read a summary of the pros and cons of the treatments forSVT , allowing you to
"Swine flu"pandemic 2009-10 Tamiflu
TamifluThe virus was first identified in Mexico in April 2009. It became known as swine flu because it's similar to flu viruses that affect pigs.It spread rapidly from country to country because it was a new type of flu virus that few young people were immune to.Overall, the outbreak wasn't as serious as originally predicted, largely because many older
How to use TENS Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)The information below is a generalguide on how to use a TENS machine. You should always follow the manufacturer's specific instructions. TENSmachines are small and lightweight, so you can use them while you're working or on the move. You can put it in your pocket, clip it to your belt or hold it in your hand. You can use TENS throughout the day
Introduction Tension-type headaches
Tension-type headachesA tension-type headache is the most common type of headache and the one we think of as a normal, everyday headache.It may feel like a constant ache that affects both sides of the head. You may also feel the neck muscles tighten and a feeling of pressure behind the eyes.A tension headache normally won't be severe enough to prevent you doing
Who gets tension headaches? Tension-type headaches
Tension-type headachesMost people are likely to have experienced a tension headache at some point. They can develop at any age, but are more common in teenagers and adults. Women tend to suffer from them more commonly than men.It's estimated that about half the adults in the UK experience tension-type headaches once or twice a month, and about 1 in 3 get them up to 15
Improving your mental health Suicide
SuicideIt's impossible to guarantee you will never get a mental health condition, but you can take steps to improve your mental health. If you're stronger emotionally, you may find it easier to cope with stressful or upsetting incidents, reducing your risk of developing a mental health condition, such as Depression , and the risk of suicidal
When to seek medical advice Sunburn
SunburnYou should contact your GP, attend an NHS walk-in centre , or call NHS 111 for advice if you feel unwell or have any concerns about your sunburn, particularly if you are burnt over a large area or have any of the more severe symptoms listed below. You should also see your GP if a young child or baby has sunburn, as their skin is particularly
Preventing sunburn Sunburn
SunburnSkin should be protected from strong sunlight by covering up with suitable clothing, seeking shade and applying sunscreen. In the UK, the risk of getting sunburnt is highest from March to October, particularly from 11am to 3pm, when the sun's rays are strongest. There is also a risk of getting sunburn in other weather conditionsfor example,
When to see your GP Stye
StyeSee your GP if you've tried the above measures and your stye hasn't got better. Don't try to remove the eyelash or burst the stye yourself. Referral Your GP may refer you to an ophthalmologist (a specialist in diagnosing and treating eye conditions) if you have a meibomian cyst (a cyst on the inside of your eyelid) that's particularly large