Blood
17 Nov 2003
Porphyrias
Porphyria refers to a group of blood disorders that can cause sensitivity to light, abdominal pain and abnormal neurological sensations.
Bone
09 Nov 2003
Thoracic back pain (upper back pain)
Thoracic or upper back pain is common. It is typically caused by poor posture or heavy lifting, which strains muscles, ligaments or the thoracic spine.
Diseases
01 Nov 2003
Myopathy (including Duchenne’s)
Myopathies are disorders which affect the muscles of the skeleton causing weakness and wasting. They may be genetic, inflammatory, metabolic or hormonal.
Diseases
01 Nov 2003
Peripheral neuropathies
Peripheral neuropathies are a group of disorders affecting the peripheral nervous system, or nerves outside the brain and central nervous system.
Diseases
31 Oct 2003
Anorectal abscess and fistula-in-ano
An abscess is a localised collection of pus. It can occur near the anus close under the skin, or deeper, adjacent to the rectum. It…
Diseases
31 Oct 2003
Colonic polyps and hereditary polyposis syndromes
Colonic polyps are elevations in the lining of the colon, some of which may cause colon cancer. They are diagnosed by colonoscopy.
Diseases
31 Oct 2003
Nephrocalcinosis
Nephrocalcinosis refers to deposition of calcium salts in the kidneys. Renal impairment progresses slowly, sometimes causing renal failure.
Bone
31 Oct 2003
Systemic scleroderma (systemic sclerosis)
Systemic sclerosis is a condition characterised by excessive thickening of skin due to connective tissue accumulation. It is usually localised.
Bone
31 Oct 2003
Rickets (osteomalacia)
Rickets is a skeletal condition of babies and young children caused by vitamin D or calcium deficiency, related to lack of sun exposure.
