Acne
Nearly everyone suffers from outbreaks of pimples at some point in life, making acne one of the most common skin disorders. Acne is a skin affliction usually occurring in teenagers, however quite a high... [Read More]
Adenoid Problems
Adenoids are lymph glands, located at the back of the nose where the air passages join those of the back of the mouth. The lymph system is the body’s defence against infection and the lymph glands... [Read More]
AIDS – Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Known as Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome AIDS occurs after the immune system has been destroyed by HIV virus. HIV attacks the immune system by killing off the white blood cells in the blood known... [Read More]
Alcohol Abuse
What to look for… The following symptoms are associated with abuse of alcohol: temporary blackouts or memory loss. recurrent arguments or fights with family members or friends. continuing... [Read More]
Allergies
An allergy is a sensitivity to a substance which does not normally cause people any problems. What to look for Symptoms generally show up in the part of the body which are exposed to the allergen… Sneezing, wheezing,... [Read More]
Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a disorder in which there is a progressive decaying of brain tissue. It is characterised by a decline in mental and emotional capabilities. What to look for… mood... [Read More]
Amnesia
This word literally means ‘no memory’, but for medical purposes it is used to mean a temporary loss of memory. What to look for Symptoms for Amnesia include the following:- confusion, inability... [Read More]
Anaemia
Anaemia is a disorder of the blood in which the red blood cells are defective in some way. What to look for weakness, fatigue, and a general feeling of malaise… You may be mildly anaemic. your... [Read More]
Aneurism
Aneurism is a permanent ballooning in the wall of an artery. The pressure of blood passing through can force part of a weakened artery to bulge outward, forming a thin-skinned blister or sac. What to... [Read More]
Angina
Angina can occur when the heart is not getting enough oxygen. This is usually because the blood supply to the heart is blocked or because the heart is being overworked and therefore needs more oxygen than... [Read More]