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Insomnia

Insomnia

Insomnia is unsatisfactory sleep that affects daytime functions because of fatigue, irritability, decreased memory and concentration, and malaise.

08 Jul 2003

Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)

Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)

Myelodysplastic syndrome is a group of disorders that affect the stem cells in bone marrow that make blood cells. It can progress to leukaemia.

03 Jul 2003

Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. It is characteised by progressive memory loss and disturbances in other mental functions.

03 Jul 2003

Anaemia of chronic disease

Anaemia of chronic disease

Anaemia is a blood disorder in which there is not enough haemoglobin to transport of oxygen. It may occur due to chronic disease or iron…

02 Jul 2003

Transfusion Reactions

Transfusion Reactions

The most common blood transfusion reactions include fever and allergic reactions. Blood is screened for compatability and infections before use.

02 Jul 2003

Angina pectoris and unstable angina

Angina pectoris and unstable angina

Angina pectoris or unstable angina is a coronary artery disease of the vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle. It causes symptoms like chest…

27 May 2003

Perennial allergic rhinitis

Perennial allergic rhinitis

Perennial allergic rhinitis is an inflammatory response of the nasal mucosa similar to hay fever. It is caused by dust mites, pet hair and other…

25 May 2003

Respiratory failure (types I and II)

Respiratory failure (types I and II)

Respiratory failure (inability to breathe) occurs due to lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, pulmonary oedema and pneumonia.

25 May 2003

Coal worker’s pneumoconiosis (CWP)

Coal worker’s pneumoconiosis (CWP)

Coal worker's pneumoconiosis (CWP) is a lung disease affecting miners, much like asbestosis. It is caused by inhalation of microscopic dust particles.

25 May 2003