Claustrophobia - Better Health Channel.
A phobia is a form of anxiety disorder in which someone has an intense and irrational fear of certain objects or situations. A person with claustrophobia may panic inside an enclosed space, such as a lift, aeroplane or crowded room. With ... [... more]
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Subarachnoid haemorrhage - Better Health Channel.
A subarachnoid haemorrhage is a bleed usually associated with aneurysms or other weakened blood vessels of the brain. It can be fatal if not diagnosed and treated promptly. The brain has an interconnected network of blood vessels that receives ... [... more]
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Haemorrhoids - Better Health Channel.
Haemorrhoids, or piles, are varicose veins of the rectum or anus. They are usually caused by years of straining on the toilet because of chronic constipation. A high fibre diet is the basis of both prevention and treatment. Haemorrhoids, or ... [... more]
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Malaria - Better Health Channel.
Malaria is an infection characterised by fever, shivering, chills and anaemia. It is caused by species of the Plasmodium parasite, passed on via the bite of an infected mosquito. Travellers to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Central or ... [... more]
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Bursitis - Better Health Channel.
Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa. Bursae are small sacs that contain fluid to lubricate moving parts, such as joints and muscles. Common causes of bursitis include injury and overuse. Treatment may include rest, painkillers and gentle ... [... more]
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Puberty - Better Health Channel.
Puberty is the time in our lives when our sexual and reproductive organs mature. There are also many emotional changes. Puberty occurs at about 11 years for girls and 12 years for boys, give or take a year or so. Puberty can be difficult, for ... [... more]
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Laparoscopy - Better Health Channel.
Laparoscopy is a medical procedure used to examine the interior of the abdominal or pelvic cavities to diagnose or treat (or both) a number of different diseases and conditions, including female infertility and appendicitis. Laparoscopy (or ... [... more]
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Leukaemia - Better Health Channel.
Leukaemia is a cancer of blood-forming cells. Leukaemia causes large numbers of white blood cells to be made. There are different types of leukaemia. Chemotherapy is the main treatment. Leukaemia is a cancer of the blood-forming cells. Blood ... [... more]
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Amphetamines - Better Health Channel.
Amphetamines are synthetic psychostimulant drugs that speed up the workings of the brain. Long-term misuse of amphetamines can lead to serious problems including brain damage, malnutrition and psychosis. Amphetamines are synthetic psychostimulant ... [... more]
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Dry eye - Better Health Channel.
Dry eye syndrome occurs when there aren't enough tears on the front of the eyes. Symptoms include itching, irritation and grittiness. There is no cure, but the symptoms can be minimised. A person suffering from dry eye syndrome does not have ... [... more]
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Aortic stenosis - Better Health Channel.
The aortic valve opens when the heart contracts to pump blood from the left ventricle into the aorta, the body's main artery. Aortic stenosis is the abnormal narrowing of this valve. Treatment includes medications and surgery. Aortic stenosis is ... [... more]
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Melanoma - Better Health Channel.
Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. Almost 2,000 Victorians are diagnosed with melanoma every year. A melanoma may appear as a new spot or as a change in an existing mole or freckle. There are three major types of skin cancer, ... [... more]
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