Teething Problems
This is the time when teeth break through the surface of the gums in an infant. What to look for crying more than usual. dribbling increases chewing on fingers and rubbing the mouth. swollen... [Read More]
Tendonitis
What to look for painful tenderness and/or stiffness at a joint. in some cases, numbness or tingling. occasionally, mild swelling at the joint. Tendonitis is an inflammation in or around tendons,... [Read More]
Testicular Cancer
What to look for… The earliest warning signs of testicular cancer usually include: a change in their size or shape. swelling or thickening of the testicles. a firm, smooth, painless, slow-growing... [Read More]
Tetanus
This is a condition caused by bacteria usually found in the soil. What to look for If you have a cut or wound and any of these things occur – call your doctor stiffness of the neck, jaw –... [Read More]
Throat Cancer
What to look for… As with most cancers, in the beginning, throat cancer does not cause any symptoms. The early warning signs are similar to the symptoms of a chest cold. Symptoms caused by a tumour... [Read More]
Thyroid Problems
The thyroid gland is situated in the neck and can be seen or felt as the Adam’s apple What to look for Hyperthyroidism: weight loss despite increased appetite. increased heart rate, higher... [Read More]
Tics and Twitches
These are involuntary contractions of a muscle or muscles. What to look for a brief, flicking sensation confined to a small part of the body, such as the eyelid; usually indicative of a harmless involuntary... [Read More]
Tinnitus
Tinnitus a sensation of ringing in the ears or the head. What to look for a noise in the ears, such as ringing. It may come and go or be continuous. hearing loss occasionally. With tinnitus,... [Read More]
Tonsillitis
Infection of the tonsils caused by bacteria or a virus. What to look for fever. a very sore throat with red, swollen tonsils with white discharge or spots on the tonsils. swollen and tender lymph... [Read More]
Toothache
What to look for soreness in teeth, gums, or jaw. Tooth decay cannot be cured but it can be controlled by looking after your teeth properly and regularly visiting your dentist. Other causes of dental... [Read More]