Medical Conditions - Understanding Illnesses and Treatments

Medical conditions are illnesses, disorders, or diseases that affect the body's normal functioning. They may require medical intervention, treatment, or lifestyle modifications.

Medical Conditions FAQ

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What are the symptoms and treatments of common illnesses & conditions?

Symptoms, causes and treatments of common illnesses and conditions. Includes injuries, infections and poisoning. Includes high and low blood pressure and blood poisoning (sepsis) Includes headaches, migraines, strokes and Parkinson's disease Includes breast pain, breast swelling in men, nipple inversion and nipple discharge

What are the most common health conditions?

Blood and immune system conditions. Cancer. Cardiovascular conditions. Chronic fatigue syndrome. Cystic fibrosis. Diabetes and other endocrinal, nutritional and metabolic conditions. Digestive tract conditions. Ear, nose and throat conditions.

What are some common health problems?

Includes kidney stones, cystitis, urinary tract infections and incontinence Includes stress, depression, insomnia and eating disorders Includes toothache, mouth ulcers, gum disease and dental abscesses Includes obesity, malnutrition and iron deficiency anaemia Includes miscarriage, stillbirth and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

What if a doctor can't find a condition causing my symptoms?

The fact that doctors are unable to find a condition causing these symptoms isn't unusual in medicine, and it doesn't mean that nothing can be done to help you. A GP will aim to rule out all the possible conditions that might be causing your symptoms. You may have a thorough physical examination and blood tests.