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Glomerulonephritis (GN)
Glomerulonephritis is a group of kidney disorders characterised by damage to the glomeruli of both kidneys. It is related to immune system changes.
26 Sep 2003
Pancreatitis: Chronic
Chronic pancreatitis refers to hardening and inflammation of the pancreas. It is associated with excessive alcohol consumption and causes abdominal pain.
21 Sep 2003
Gallstones
Gallstone disease is characterised by the formation of cholesterol or pigment stones in the gallbladder. They do not usually cause symptoms.
21 Sep 2003
Coeliac disease (gluten-sensitive enteropathy; coeliac sprue)
Coeliac disease is a gastrointestinal disorder of chronic inflammation of the intestine due to gluten intolerence. A gluten free diet is required.
20 Sep 2003
Hereditary haemochromatosis (HH)
Hereditary haemochromatosis is a disorder of iron metabolism which leads to deposition of iron in organs, followed by cirrhosis and diabetes mellitus.
13 Sep 2003
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome refers to disabling fatigue and pain for six months or longer, often after flu-like illness. The cause is unknown.
08 Jul 2003
Vascular dementia (multi-infarct dementia)
Vascular dementia refers to cognitive decline after multiple strokes. It is the second most common type of dementia, affecting 20% of people over 80 years.
07 Jul 2003
Peripheral arterial disease (arteriosclerosis)
Peripheral arterial disease is arteriosclerosis or damage to the blood vessels of the legs and feet. Blood flow is restricted and nerve damage may occur.
29 May 2003
