Sciatica: symptoms, causes and diagnosis
Sciatica is characterised by pain deep in the buttock often radiating down the back of the leg. One of the most common causes is a herniated disc.
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Cough: dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. Dry coughs may be caused by viral illnesses such as colds and flu, allergies or throat irritants.
Respiratory Health SymptomsHaemorrhoids
Haemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus or rectum, which can hang down outside the anus. They are often caused by constipation and straining, obesity, heavy lifting or pregnancy. They may be uncomfortable but are not usually serious.
SymptomsVoice changes
Voice changes can happen with a number of minor illnesses, but sometimes a change in the voice can be a sign of a more serious problem.
Respiratory Health SymptomsDehydration
Dehydration is the excessive loss of body fluids. Find out the causes, how to tell if dehydration is mild or severe, and treatments for dehydration.
Exercise & Fitness SymptomsParkinson's symptoms
Parkinson's disease is characterised by both motor and non-motor symptoms. There are common symptoms, but each person will demonstrate an individual presentation of Parkinson's disease.
Seniors' Health SymptomsNeck pain: symptoms and causes
Knowing the symptoms of your neck pain and when to see a doctor can help in finding the cause and getting a diagnosis.
Pain SymptomsFever
A fever is when the body temperature rises above normal. Find out about taking a temperature, how to treat a fever, and when to see your doctor.
Kids' & Teens' Health SymptomsCervical cancer: symptoms and diagnosis
The symptoms and diagnosis process of cervical cancer, a guide for people with cervical cancer, their families and friends. If you have an abnormal Pap test result, you may need further tests for cervical cancer.
Symptoms Tests & InvestigationsUrinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence (bladder leakage or bladder control problems) is when you accidently leak urine or lose control of your bladder. It becomes more common with age, but isn’t a routine part of ageing.
Symptoms Women's HealthFoot and lower leg pain
Are you experiencing pain in your feet or lower limbs? This can provide clues to many related ailments throughout your body. Here is a round-up of what your various pain signals may indicate.
Foot health SymptomsLeg cramps
Leg cramps are a sudden, painful spasm or contraction of a leg muscle. They often happen at night and wake you from sleep. Leg cramps usually get better when you stretch the affected muscles.
Exercise & Fitness SymptomsConstipation: causes and symptoms
What is constipation? Find out about symptoms, causes, risk factors and diagnosis. Plus, when you should seek medical advice.
Gastrointestinal Health SymptomsSore throat
Sore throats: symptoms, causes, tests and when you should seek medical advice.
Respiratory Health SymptomsProstate cancer: causes and symptoms
Apart from common skin cancers, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australian men. While the causes of prostate cancer are unknown, your risk of developing prostate cancer increases for various reasons.
Cancer Care SymptomsPeptic ulcers: what are the symptoms?
Symptoms of peptic ulcers vary from person to person and with the ulcer's location. You may have burning or gnawing abdominal pain that's worse at night.
Gastrointestinal Health SymptomsBleeding gums
Bleeding gums are something many people notice when brushing their teeth or flossing, however, healthy gums rarely bleed.
First Aid & Self-Care SymptomsVideo: Anosmia
Anosmia (loss of sense of smell) can be caused from a bad dose of flu or a cold. Early treatment is the key to avoiding permanent damage.
Latest Health News Respiratory Health SymptomsGallstones: symptoms
The most common symptom of gallstones is recurrent attacks of pain in the upper abdomen or the back, known as biliary colic.
Gastrointestinal Health SymptomsDementia: behavioural and psychological symptoms
Along with loss of memory and intellectual function, dementia can cause symptoms such as changes in behaviour and mood.
Seniors' Health SymptomsSinusitis
Because the drainage holes from the sinuses are narrow, they block up easily. So any excess mucus production can cause a blockage, and pressure builds up in the sinuses.
Respiratory Health SymptomsVideo: Food allergy and anaphylaxis
A food allergy is when the body reacts to a protein it thinks is harmful and starts to protect itself. Some of the signs and symptoms are associated with the skin, the gastrointestinal tract, breathing, the heart and blood pressure.
Food Allergy SymptomsItch
Itching (medical term pruritus) can be one of the most distressing physical sensations we experience.
Skin & Hair Symptoms