Kidney stones – symptoms, causes and treatment
What are kidney stones? Kidney stones are hard crystalline masses of varying shapes and sizes that form on the inside
Shingles self-care
General Information See Your Pharmacist or Medical Professional Treatment Tips Treatment Options More Information General Information Shingles is a painful
Guillain-Barre syndrome
What is Guillain-Barré syndrome? Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the peripheral nerves
Corticosteroid injections
Corticosteroids (also known as steroids) are medicines that can be used to treat inflammation. When corticosteroids are injected into or
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes chronic (ongoing) problems with generalised pain, tenderness and muscle stiffness throughout the body, alongside
Shingles: essential facts
9 things you should know about shingles (herpes zoster) People who have had chickenpox (about 90% of adults) can later
Neuropathy in diabetes
What is diabetic neuropathy? Neuropathy in diabetes is also called diabetic nerve damage or diabetic neuropathy. People with diabetes mellitus
Teething: Some signs and treatments
Teething is the process when a baby’s first (primary) teeth emerge through the gums. They usually arrive in a set
Neck pain: symptoms and causes
Your neck is a complex interlocking structure consisting of bones, joints, nerves, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Its main job is