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Abdominal Bloating

Abdominal Bloating

Abdominal bloating is felt as a feeling of fullness, tightness or distension in the abdomen. Bloating is different to abdominal swelling, where the abdomen is…

26 Jul 2006

Heartburn

Heartburn

Heartburn is the common classical symptom of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). Heartburn is experienced as a gripping discomfort below the breastbone that may be made worse…

19 Jul 2006

Skin rashes

Skin rashes

A rash is defined as a change in the skin's appearance, which may involve alternations in texture (eg rough or smooth) and/or its colour. The…

15 Jul 2006

Engineering electrically conducting tissue for the heart

Engineering electrically conducting tissue for the heart

Experiments suggest an alternative to pacemaker treatment. Patients with complete heart block, or disrupted electrical conduction in their hearts, are…

04 Jul 2006

Respiratory system (pulmonary system) anatomy

Respiratory system (pulmonary system) anatomy

The respiratory system includes the nose, lungs and pipe-like organs which connect them enable breathing and removal of waste products like carbon dioxide.

27 Jun 2006

The buzz on treating summer insect stings and bites

The buzz on treating summer insect stings and bites

Buzzing bees, marching ants and swarms of mosquitos are just as much a part of summer as warm weather, blooming…

13 Jun 2006

Ischaemic stroke

Ischaemic stroke

Ischaemic stroke occurs when there is insufficient blood flow to supply oxygen to the brain. It is a leading cause of death and disability.

02 Jun 2006

Introduction to Neurostimulation

Introduction to Neurostimulation

Neurostimulation is the application of precise targeted electrical stimulation to cause modulation of the nervous system.

01 Jun 2006

Female reproductive system (urogenital system) anatomy

Female reproductive system (urogenital system) anatomy

The female reproductive system includes reproductive organs (ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes, vagina), and urogenital organs (urethra, kidneys).

22 Mar 2006