- Ear anatomy — read abstract
« View this anatomical diagram of your ear. See important structures, such as the eardrum, pinna, cochlea, stapes, stirrup, malleus, incus and semicircular canals. »
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- Ear problems — read abstract
« Common ear problems include otitis media, glue ear, ear wax and swimmer’s ear. »
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- Ear problems: treatment — read abstract
« A number of different pharmacy medicines are available to help soften earwax, as well as to treat ear problems such as swimmer’s ear and otitis media. »
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- Ear wax — read abstract
« Wax in the ears causes unnecessary concern, but is quite harmless and a normal part of the body’s self-protection mechanism. »
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- Eardrum perforation — read abstract
« Eardrum perforation is not uncommon, and can be caused by infection, a blow to the ear, injury from an object being inserted in the ear, and exposure to a sudden loud noise. »
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- Earlier toilet training not necessarily better — read abstract
« There is little benefit for most children in starting intensive toilet training before 27 months, US paediatricians say. »
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- Early dummy reduces chance of breastfeeding success — read abstract
« Early dummy use reduces a newborn baby’s chance of successful breastfeeding, US researchers confirm. »
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- Ears: how to care for your ears — read abstract
« Learn how to care for and protect your ears. Read about cleaning your ears, protecting your ears from noise, water, ear infection and diseases and about hearing tests. »
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- Eat your vegetables to avoid wrinkles — read abstract
« A diet high in legumes, vegetables and olive oil may protect against skin wrinkling due to the sun. »
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- Eating breakfast may be key to sustained weight loss — read abstract
« An American study of nearly 3000 people has shown that eating breakfast regularly was a common characteristic of people who had successfully lost weight, and kept it off. »
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- Eating disorders — read abstract
« Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are 2 main forms of eating disorders. These illnesses mainly affect young females. »
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- Eating fish in pregnancy helps prevent premature birth — read abstract
« Eating fish during pregnancy may help reduce your chances of having a premature birth, a Danish study has found. »
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- Eating fish linked to a lower heart rate — read abstract
« Men who eat fish several times each have a lower heart rate compared to men who eat fish on one or fewer occassions each week, according to French research of almost 10,000 men. »
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- Eating for a healthy heart — read abstract
« You can make a huge difference to the health of your heart, and your general well-being, just by making a few simple changes to your diet. »
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- Eating frequently may lower blood cholesterol — read abstract
« Eating 6 times a day or more may result in lower blood cholesterol »
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- Eating out safely — read abstract
« The Food Safety Information Council has stressed the importance of education on food handling and safety procedures. »
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- Eating well in pregnancy — read abstract
« Eating a nutritious and varied diet in pregnancy is the best way of caring for yourself and your baby. »
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- ECT effective against severe depression — read abstract
« Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is effective in treating adults with severe depression, a systematic review confirms. »
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- Echinacea causes one in 10 adverse reactions to... — read abstract
« Echinacea is involved in over 10 per cent of reported adverse reactions to alternative or complementary medicines in Australia. »
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- Economy class syndrome: is flying safe? — read abstract
« Recent reports of deep vein thrombosis have raised concerns over the safety of air travel. »
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- Ecstasy: effects on the body — read abstract
« Because ecstasy is commonly taken during dance or rave parties, the stimulant effects are likely to increase. »
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- Ecstasy: guidelines for safer dancing — read abstract
« If you are going to use ecstasy, these tips may reduce your risk of serious harm or death. »
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- Ecstasy: what is it? — read abstract
« Ecstasy is the street term for a group of drugs that are similar in structure to MDMA (methylenedioxymethylamphetamine). »
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- Ectopic pregnancy — read abstract
« Ectopic pregnancy is a serious condition, but it can be treated with minimum damage. »
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- Eczema — read abstract
« Eczema is a type of allergic reaction affecting the skin, which often occurs in people with other allergic problems. »
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- Eczema: fish reduces child eczema risk — read abstract
« Eating oily fish in the first year of life may play a role in reducing the risk of childhood eczema, a study suggests. »
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- Eczema: prevention and treatment — read abstract
« Soap substitutes, moisturisers and bath oils can all help prevent eczema, while anti-itch preparations, steroid creams and pimecrolimus cream can help with its control. »
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- Eczema: Q and A — read abstract
« Eczema or atopic dermatitis is an itchy inflammation of the skin, often found in association with dry skin. »
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- Educating men can cut postnatal depression in women — read abstract
« Support and education for men during their partner`s pregnancy may reduce postnatal depression (PND) in women, new research suggests. »
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- Effect of stopping different bone-sparing medications... — read abstract
« Postmenopausal women who take alendronate (Fosamax) for two years then stop maintain their bone mineral density (BMD) in the following year, US researchers have shown. »
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- Effects of mumps a mystery to parents — read abstract
« Parents are unaware of the consequences of some vaccine-preventable diseases, according to a small Queensland study. »
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- Eggs in your baby's diet — read abstract
« Many parents are wary about including eggs in the diet of their babies, but research has shown that these fears are unfounded. »
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- Ejaculation: how it works — read abstract
« When a man is sexually stimulated, friction on the glans penis and other stimuli send signals through the nervous system that cause ejaculation. »
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- Elderly urged to reduce their chances of falling — read abstract
« Australia’s older population can reduce their chances of falling by taking up exercises with a strong balance component such as T`ai Chi, according to a report released by the Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC). »
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- Electrocardiogram - ECG — read abstract
« An electrocardiogram is a medical test, commonly called an ECG or EKG, that uses a machine to measure and record the electrical activity in the heart. »
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- Electroencephalogram (EEG) — read abstract
« An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that records the electrical signals that occur within the brain, and can be used to diagnose several conditions, particularly epilepsy. »
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- Emergency contraception — read abstract
« Emergency contraception works by stopping the fertilised egg from implanting in the lining of the womb. »
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- Emotional stress is bad for blood pressure — read abstract
« Dwelling on emotional issues may lead to high blood pressure problems, say US researchers. »
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- Emphysema: treatment — read abstract
« Treatment of emphysema is aimed at relieving symptoms and preventing the disease from progressing even further. »
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- Emphysema: what you need to know — read abstract
« Emphysema is an ongoing condition in which the walls of the alveoli in the lungs become gradually damaged. Read all about it. »
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- Endocrinology congress comes to a close — read abstract
« The 11th International Endocrinology Conference has come to a close in Sydney showcasing endocrinology in Australia to the world with a high calibre of speakers and delegates. »
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- Endometriosis — read abstract
« Endometriosis is a condition where endometrial tissue, normally found inside the uterus, is found outside the uterus. »
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- Endometriosis Awareness Week — read abstract
« National Endometriosis Awareness Week (30 October to 5 November 2000), is an opportunity to learn about this chronic disease that affects one in 10 Australian women, and is often misdiagnosed. »
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- Endometriosis: fast facts — read abstract
« Facts on endometriosis and its symptoms - a medical condition caused by escaped tissue from the womb lining lodging in the body cavity. »
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- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) — read abstract
« ERCP is an investigation used to view the gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas and pancreatic duct. »
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- Endoscopy — read abstract
« In an endoscopy, a doctor looks down a thin lighted tube inserted into the body to see the internal structures. »
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- Engorgement and mastitis — read abstract
« Not all women experience true engorgement or mastitis; however, if you do it may really test your desire to breast feed. »
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- Eosinophilic oesophagitis becoming more common — read abstract
« Eosinophilic oesophagitis is an inflammatory condition that causes a choking sensation in the throat. »
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- Epidurals — read abstract
« Learn about the anaesthetic procedure often used in childbirth, known as an epidural. »
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- Epilepsy — read abstract
« Epilepsy is a condition in which the electrical and chemical activity of the brain loses its usual co-ordination for short periods of time. »
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- Epilepsy: diagnosis and treatment — read abstract
« Find out how epilepsy is diagnosed and treated, as well as common triggers for seizures and how to avoid them. »
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- Epilepsy: mild brain trauma can increase epilepsy risk — read abstract
« Children and young adults who experience mild traumatic brain injuries have an increased risk of developing epilepsy for as long as 10 years after the injury. »
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- Epilepsy: partial seizures — read abstract
« Find out about the different types of partial seizures that people with epilepsy may experience. »
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- Epsom salts safer for constipation — read abstract
« A colorectal surgeon has advocated returning to Epsom salts as a safe, effective treatment for constipation. »
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- Erectile dysfunction and cycling — read abstract
« Does cycling affect the penis and cause erectile dysfunction and impotence? »
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- Erectile dysfunction: medications that may cause it — read abstract
« Here are some examples of medications that may cause impotence or erectile dysfunction. »
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- Erectile dysfunction: visiting your doctor — read abstract
« Find out what questions a doctor could ask when you discuss erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence. »
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- Erection: how it works — read abstract
« View this illustrated explanation of how your body’s chemicals and enzymes trigger an erection. »
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- Essure pbc (permanent birth control) — read abstract
« A new method of contraception is available for women seeking permanent contraception without the need for a general anaesthetic and major surgery. »
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- Evidence supports ginkgo's future in dementia — read abstract
« A large scale review of clinical trials involving ginkgo biloba therapy in people with dementia shows evidence of improved cognition and function. »
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- Excess coffee drinking linked to brain haemorrhage — read abstract
« Drinking more than 5 cups of coffee a day may increase the risk of brain haemorrhage, according to Norwegian research. »
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- Excessive fluid intake during exercise can be fatal — read abstract
« Exercisers must be warned that the overconsumption of
fluid (either water or sports drinks) before, during, or
after exercise is unnecessary and can have a potentially
fatal outcome, says a sports medicine expert in this
week`s issue of the British Me »
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- Exercise and fat intake — read abstract
« Everyone needs some fat in their diet, as your body always prefers to use the most available fuels. If you eliminate all fats, your body will worry about the lack of dietary fats. »
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- Exercise can curb cancer fatigue — read abstract
« Exercise is the best intervention to reduce cancer-related fatigue, but psychosocial and stress reduction techniques and treatment for anaemia can also help, according to a review of evidence about the condition and its treatment in adults. »
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- Exercise for the inexperienced — read abstract
« When you start out in exercise, getting fit is an effort in the early stages. »
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- Exercise in moderation — read abstract
« Moderate exercise has been shown to be of greater benefit than over-strenuous activity. »
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- Exercise stress testing — read abstract
« Exercise stress testing is a procedure used by doctors to measure the performance and capacity of the heart during exercise. »
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- Exercise to burn fat — read abstract
« Humans have a natural tendency to store fat. The trouble is that today many people have access to an abundance of food, yet they do little energy-burning physical activity »
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- Exercise to prevent osteoporosis — read abstract
« Regular weight-bearing exercise can decrease your risk of osteoporosis. Here are a few ideas for increasing the amount of exercise you get. »
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- Exercise: easing into it — read abstract
« Starting an exercise program can be daunting - get motivated and make it easier with these tips. »
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- Exercises conquer that chronic pain in the neck — read abstract
« Endurance and strength training programmes can reduce chronic neck pain and disability in office workers, Finnish researchers have found. »
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- Exercising and arthritis — read abstract
« Exercise can reduce joint pain and stiffness and increases flexibility, strength and endurance in people with arthritis. »
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- Exercising your hips and thighs — read abstract
« There is a popular misconception that you can reduce body fat by doing lots of exercises that work the muscles around the hips and thighs. »
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- Expert calls for melatonin approval — read abstract
« Melatonin has been found to be `remarkably effective` for jet lag by Cochrane reviewers. »
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- Expert committee gives advice on combined HRT — read abstract
« Expert Committee makes recommendations after the use of long-term combined HRT is called into question by a large US trial showing health risks outweigh benefits of taking it. »
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- Expert committee to examine complementary medicines — read abstract
« The Federal Government has announced the formation of an 18 member expert committee to examine complementary medicines in the healthcare system. »
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- Experts say influenza vaccine a must for asthmatics — read abstract
« The National Asthma Council (NAC) and the Influenza Specialist Group (ISG) are encouraging people in at-risk groups for influenza to be vaccinated against the ’flu. »
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- Exposure to DES is a lifelong health risk — read abstract
« Tips to help identify and manage people exposed to diethylstilboestrol (DES) are contained in a new US report from the Centers for Disease Control. »
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- Eye anatomy — read abstract
« View this anatomical diagram of the eye, showing the eye structure, including the pupil, iris, cornea, retina and optic nerve. »
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- Eye injuries: prevention — read abstract
« While eye injuries are common, most eye injuries are preventable. Read about some suggestions to protect your eyes from injury. »
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- Eye lubricants — read abstract
« Eye lubricants, either in the form of drops or ointments, can help to alleviate dry eye. »
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- Eyelids — read abstract
« Find out more about eyelid problems, including entropion and ectropion, which are quite common in older people. »
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- Eyes in the sun — read abstract
« People know of the dangers of sun to our skin. But many people do not know that too much sun can damage the eyes. »
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- Eyesight problems: when you need glasses — read abstract
« Many people with normal eyesight may need reading glasses some time after the age of 40. »
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