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
What is endometriosis? A brief video explainer
What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is what can be a very painful condition, it can be a cause of infertility. Essentially,
Coxibs and arthritis pain and inflammation
Coxibs (also known as COX-2 inhibitors) are a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Coxibs, like other NSAIDs, relieve pain
Period pain: self-care
General Information See Your Pharmacist or Medical Professional Treatment Tips Treatment Options More Information General Information Period pain can be
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
What are Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)? Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are commonly known as NSAIDs or just ‘anti-inflammatories’. They are a
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
Ovarian cancer test (CA125)
Among Australian women, ovarian cancer is the 8th most common type of cancer diagnosed, and the 6th most common cause
Ovarian cancer: treatment options
Treatment for ovarian cancer usually involves surgery and chemotherapy. Sometimes, it includes radiotherapy. Surgery The first treatment for ovarian cancer