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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

Rickets (osteomalacia)

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.

31 Oct 2003

Septic arthritis

Septic arthritis

Septic arthritis occurs as a result of bacterial infection or immune suppression. It mainly affects young children and the elderly.

31 Oct 2003

Haemorrhoids (piles)

Haemorrhoids (piles)

Haemorrhoids or piles are abnormalities of the anal cushions, which supply blood to the anus and help it to close. They may cause anal bleeding.

29 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

Coeliac disease (gluten-sensitive enteropathy; coeliac sprue)

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

Crohn’s disease (inflammatory bowel disease)

Crohn’s disease (inflammatory bowel disease)

Crohn's disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease characterised by chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and symptoms like diarrhoea.

19 Sep 2003

Ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease)

Ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease)

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the large intestine which causes rectal bleeding and altered bowel patterns.

18 Sep 2003