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Eczema – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and not a substitute for medical advice. See a doctor for personalised assessment. 1. What is eczema? Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a chronic skin condition that causes red, itchy, and inflamed skin. It often starts in childhood but can affect people of any age. Eczema tends to flare…
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Sunburn – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and not a substitute for medical advice. See a doctor for personalised assessment. 1. What is sunburn? Sunburn is skin damage caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or tanning devices. It can affect any exposed area, causing redness, pain, swelling, and sometimes blistering. Repeated…
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Varicose Veins – FAQs
This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP. 1. What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that commonly appear on the legs. They develop when the valves inside the veins weaken, causing blood to pool and veins to become visible, swollen, or bulging. They can be mainly…
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) – FAQs
This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP. 1. What is DVT? Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg or thigh. It can cause pain, swelling, warmth, and redness. DVT is serious because part of the clot can…
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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) – FAQs
This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP. 1. What is HFMD? Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease is a common viral illness caused by enteroviruses, usually affecting young children. It causes small ulcers in the mouth and a rash or blisters on the hands, feet, and sometimes the buttocks. Most…
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Chickenpox – FAQs
This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP. 1. What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is a common, highly contagious viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It produces an itchy rash that starts as red bumps, becomes blisters, then scabs. It mainly affects children but adults can also get it, often…
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School Sores (Impetigo) – FAQs
(Disclaimer: This information is for general education only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for individual assessment.) 1. What are school sores (impetigo)? School sores—also called impetigo—are a very common skin infection in children. They appear as: 2. What causes school sores? Impetigo is caused by bacteria, usually: 3. Is…
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Hepatitis B — FAQs
Disclaimer: This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalised diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding Hepatitis B or other liver conditions. Q1: What is Hepatitis B? A: Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver, caused by the Hepatitis…
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Syphilis — FAQs
Disclaimer: This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalised diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding sexually transmitted infections. Q1: What is syphilis? A: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. It progresses in stages —…
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Gonorrhoea — FAQs
Disclaimer: This information is general only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalised diagnosis, treatment, or advice regarding sexually transmitted infections. Q1: What is gonorrhoea? A: Gonorrhoea is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can infect the…