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Peripheral neuropathies

Peripheral neuropathies

Peripheral neuropathies are a group of disorders affecting the peripheral nervous system, or nerves outside the brain and central nervous system.

01 Nov 2003

Anorectal abscess and fistula-in-ano

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…

31 Oct 2003

Kidney disease: Chronic renal failure

Kidney disease: Chronic renal failure

Chronic renal failure refers to irreversible renal insufficiency or kidney dysfunction. It requires haemodialysis and may be fatal.

09 Oct 2003

Kidney failure (acute renal failure)

Kidney failure (acute renal failure)

Acute renal failure refers to rapid decline of kidney function which is potentially life threatening because urine production ceases.

09 Oct 2003

Nephrotic syndrome (NS)

Nephrotic syndrome (NS)

Nephrotic syndrome is an inflammatory kidney condition affecting the glomeruli. It causes swelling, foamy urine and headaches.

06 Oct 2003

Hypopituitarism

Hypopituitarism

Hypopituitarism refers to a group of disorders which interfere with synthesis and/or secretion of hormones from the pituitary gland.

29 Sep 2003

Glomerulonephritis (GN)

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: Acute

Pancreatitis: Acute

Acute pancreatitis or inflammation of the pancreas is thought to be caused by activation of digestive hormones within the pancreas.

21 Sep 2003

Pancreatitis: Chronic

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