Health A to Z
Select from the alphabetical index of the myDr articles for information about diseases and conditions, tests and investigations, medicines and treatments.
- Ulcerative colitis — read abstract
« Ulcerative colitis is one of 2 types of inflammatory bowel disease a condition that causes the bowel to become inflamed and red. »
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- Ulcerative colitis: treatment — read abstract
« Read about the medications and types of surgery that can help treat ulcerative colitis. »
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- Ultrasound — read abstract
« Ultrasound is a way of taking a look at the unborn baby without using potentially harmful X-rays. »
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- Undescended testicles — read abstract
« About 4 or 5 out of every 100 boys are born with undescended testicles - a condition known as cryptorchidism. »
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- University researchers tackle head lice problem — read abstract
« Head lice are rife in Queensland schools, says university lecturer. »
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- Unprepared overseas travellers at risk of hepatitis — read abstract
« More than 60 per cent of travellers do not seek travel advice or receive vaccinations before they depart, an Australian survey has found. »
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- Urinary incontinence explained — read abstract
« Urinary incontinence is involuntary leakage of urine caused by poor bladder control. Find out about the causes and treatments available. »
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- Urinary incontinence self-care — read abstract
« Urinary incontinence (loss of bladder control) is a common problem, when urine accidentally leaks from your bladder. Find out what products are available for urinary incontinence.
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- Urinary incontinence: tips — read abstract
« If you are experiencing symptoms of urinary incontinence some of these suggestions may help. »
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- Urinary tract infection (UTI) — read abstract
« Urinary tract infection occurs when part of the urinary tract becomes infected, usually with bacteria. Common symptoms include burning feeling when passing urine, wanting to urinate more often and urgently, and only passing a few drops of urine. »
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- Urinary tract infections in children — read abstract
« Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are relatively common in children. FInd out about the symptoms, tests, treatment and follow-up. »
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- Urticaria (hives) — read abstract
« Urticaria, which is also known as hives, is an itchy rash or skin eruption that usually only lasts from 24 to 48 hours. »
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- Urticaria (hives) treatment — read abstract
« Find treatments for urticaria (hives), an itchy rash characterised by raised, red welts on the surface of the skin. »
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- Urticaria (hives): self-care — read abstract
« Urticaria (hives) is an itchy rash anywhere on your body, characterised by red, raised, skin wheals. Find out what products are available for urticaria. »
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- USA committee re-defines high blood pressure risk — read abstract
« A US committee that advises on the prevention and management of high blood pressure (hypertension) has dramatically lowered the definition of the ‘safe’ blood pressure level — above which the risk of cardiovascular disease is thought to »
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- Use of heart disease and blood pressure medications soars — read abstract
« The proportion of elderly taking cardiovascular medication has more than doubled over the past decade or more, according to findings from Australia`s longest longitudinal study on ageing released this week. »
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- Uterine cancer — read abstract
« Find out about cancer of the uterus, the most common gynaecological cancer affecting women. »
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- Uterine cancer: symptoms and diagnosis — read abstract
« Did you know Pap tests cannot detect cancer of the uterus? Find out how uterine cancer can be diagnosed. »
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- Uterine cancer: treatments — read abstract
« Treatments used for cancer of the uterus have a very high cure rate. Find out about the choices available and possible side-effects. »
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- Uterine cancer: what happens after treatment? — read abstract
« Treatment for cancer of the uterus can affect your relationships and your health. Find out more about life after treatment for uterine cancer. »
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- UTIs not prevented by cranberry juice — read abstract
« Cranberry juice not recommended to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections after evidence found to be lacking. »
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