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
Category Archives: Diseases and Conditions
Infectious conjunctivitis
Infectious conjunctivitis is an infection of the conjunctiva (the skin from the eye). It is very common. One or both eyes turn red or pink can be sticky or watery and may have skin irritation. Continue reading
Contraceptive vaginal ring
The contraceptive vaginal ring is an effective method of contraception. It contains a combination of hormones as the combined pill. It is inserted into the vagina, where it remains for three weeks. 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
Constipation in Adults
Constipation is a common problem. This means that either the toilet less often than usual to empty the bowels, or passing hard stools or painful (also called stool, motions or poo). Continue reading