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Hyponatraemia

Hyponatraemia is a condition characterised by lack of sodium (salts) in the…

01 Jan 2012
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Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a serious, sometimes fatal, inflammatory disease affecting children and young adults. It is characterised by acute onset…

01 Jan 2012
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Crestor

Crestor is a drug used for treatment of high blood cholesterol (a type of fat) level. It is…

01 Jan 2012
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Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes mellitus type 2 (also known as Non Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus (NIDDM)) is a chronic metabolic syndrome defined…

01 Jan 2012
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Hyperkalaemia

Hyperkalemia (AE) or Hyperkalaemia (BE) is an elevated blood level (above 5.0 mmol/L) of the electrolyte potassium. Extreme degrees of…

01 Jan 2012
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Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a severe, and sometimes fatal, allergic reaction characterised by low blood pressure (hypotension), localised swelling of the skin…

01 Jan 2012
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Insomnia

Insomnia is defined as difficulty achieving or sustaining sleep for adequate periods, leading to unsatisfactory sleep that affects daytime functions. The…

01 Jan 2012
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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic syndrome characterised by widespread pain of bones, muscles and joints. It is often associated with…

01 Jan 2012
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Vincristine

Vincristine is a medication that is used in chemotherapy to treat a range of cancers, including bone…

01 Jan 2012

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