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Polymyositis

Polymyositis

Polymyositis is an inflammatory muscle disease which causes fever, weight loss and muscle wasting in adults. It is thought to be an autoimmune condition.

24 Nov 2004

Gout (crystal deposition disorders)

Gout (crystal deposition disorders)

Gout or crystal deposition disorder is a type of arthritis which occurs due to deposits of crystals around the joints. It is more common in…

19 Sep 2004

Arrhythmia

Arrhythmia

Arrhythmia or irregular heart beat includes tachyarrhythmia, where the heart beats faster, and bradyarrhythmias, where the heart beats slower than normal.

15 Sep 2004

Female sexual dysfunction (FSD)

Female sexual dysfunction (FSD)

Female sexual dysfunction is characterised by a woman not being able to have sex the way she would like to, for example by not being…

17 Jun 2004

Male sexual dysfunction (erectile dysfunction; impotence)

Male sexual dysfunction (erectile dysfunction; impotence)

Male sexual dysfunction, also called erectile dysfunction or impotence, is characterised by a man not being able to get or maintain an erection for sex.

15 Jun 2004

Migraine

Migraine

Migraine is a severe, recurring headache which may cause visual symptoms (aura). They affect 12% of people, most commonly women, who often have triggers.

23 Dec 2003

Systemic scleroderma (systemic sclerosis)

Systemic scleroderma (systemic sclerosis)

Systemic sclerosis is a condition characterised by excessive thickening of skin due to connective tissue accumulation. It is usually localised.

31 Oct 2003

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory infection in babies and children. It causes bronchitis and, in serious cases, pneumonia.

18 Jul 2003

Drug abuse (substance abuse)

Drug abuse (substance abuse)

Drug and substance abuse is a psychological illness characterised by misuse of or dependence on drugs like cocaine, ice, ecstasy or hallucinogens.

14 Jul 2003