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Benign intracranial hypertension (BIH; pseudotumour cerebri; PTC; idiopathic intracranial hypertension; IIH)

Benign intracranial hypertension (BIH; pseudotumour cerebri; PTC; idiopathic intracranial hypertension; IIH)

Benign intracranial hypertension (BIH) is a brain disorder characterised by increased pressure in the skull with no brain abnormalities or apparent cause.

26 Oct 2005

Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (hereditary motor sensory neuropathy)

Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (hereditary motor sensory neuropathy)

Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease is a hereditary neurological condition of the peripheral nervous system. It causes muscle wasting and weakness.

22 Oct 2005

Acute interstitial nephritis

Acute interstitial nephritis

Acute interstitial nephritis (AIN) is a kidney disorder and an important cause of acute renal failure. It is usually caused by infection or drug use.

17 Oct 2005

Spider bite

Spider bite

Spider bites are uncommon but a frequent reason for calling the Poisons Information Centre. Varieties like funnel web spider bite are significant.

06 Oct 2005

Adrenalectomy

Adrenalectomy

Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the hormone producing adrenal glands, near the kidneys. It is a treatment for benign and malignant tumours.

10 Sep 2005

Full blood count (FBC; full blood test; complete blood count; CBC)

Full blood count (FBC; full blood test; complete blood count; CBC)

A full blood count (FBC) is a very common procedure and often the starting point for medical investigations. FBCs test for blood disorders or abnormalities, and…

30 Aug 2005

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)

MRI scans use radio waves and magnetic fields to produce images of internal body structures. These can be used to diagnose medical conditions.

30 Aug 2005

Headache: An Introduction

Headache: An Introduction

Headaches like migraine, tension and cluster headaches require treatment and may be symptoms of another health condition, such as depression or infection.

25 Aug 2005

Cardiac tamponade

Cardiac tamponade

Cardiac tamponade is a heart condition in which fluid accumulation compresses the heart chambers. It is a medical emergency and often fatal if untreated.

18 Aug 2005