Leg cramps are common. The cause is not known in most cases. However, some drugs and diseases sometimes cause leg cramps. Calf stretching exercises regularly can prevent leg cramps. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: August 2012
Cough
Cough medications are commonly purchased to treat coughs that occur when you have an upper respiratory tract infection (URTI). Cough is often divided into a dry cough, and the cough chesty. Continue reading
Reducing the risk of sudden death
The cause of cot death is not known. However, you can reduce the risk of sudden death from the measures listed below. The most important are to lie your baby on their back to sleep (not on the front or side), and the creation of a smoke-free zone for your baby. Continue reading
Costochondritis
Costochondritis is a painful condition of the chest wall. It is caused by inflammation in the joints between the cartilages that attach the ribs to the breastbone (sternum). Continue reading
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute coronary syndrome is a term given by doctors for various heart conditions, including myocardial infarction (heart attack) and unstable angina. These are because there is a reduced amount of blood flowing to a part of the heart. Continue reading