Leg ulcers
Leg ulcers or chronic venous leg ulceration are most often found on the lower leg and ankle. The most common cause is poor circulation. Age, varicose veins, smoking and arterial disease increase the risk of leg ulcers. Treatment options include ... [... more]
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What is hand, foot and mouth disease?
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a very common and mild illness which affects children. Hand, foot and mouth disease is a very common infection. Virtually all children who get the infection become unwell and develop the rash and ulcers in the ... [... more]
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Mouth ulcers
A mouth ulcer is the loss of part of the delicate tissue lining inside the mouth (mucous membrane). The most common cause is mechanical injury, such as biting your cheek. In most cases, mouth ulcers are harmless and clear up in a few days. A ... [... more]
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Wounds - lower leg ulcers
In older people, the most common causes of wounds on the lower leg are problems with veins or arteries. Other causes may include skin cancer, dermatological conditions, some immune system problems and trauma. Wounds on the lower leg are often ... [... more]
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Dental care - common conditions - 0 to 5 years
Babies and toddlers need parents to care for their teeth, gums and mouths. Oral thrush, mouth ulcers and cold sores (herpes simplex infections) are common problems. Mouth ulcers affect 20 per cent of the population. They are painful and tend to ... [... more]
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