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Neutropenia

Neutropenia

Neutropenia is a blood condition characterised by low concentration of neutrophils. These are a type of white blood cell which fight infection.

30 Mar 2005

Hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES)

Hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES)

Hypereosinophilic syndrome is a group of disorders in which excessive eosinophils in blood infiltrate organs, particularly the heart and lungs.

27 Mar 2005

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot in a deep vein of the legs. It is associated with pulmonary embolism and…

21 Jan 2005

Hypothermia

Hypothermia

Hypothermia refers to a body temperature less than 35 degrees Celsius. It occurs when the body's natural defences (e.g. shivering) are insufficient.

03 Jan 2005

Grief (mourning; grieving; bereavement)

Grief (mourning; grieving; bereavement)

Grief and mourning are emotional responses to events such as the loss of a loved one. It may involve crying, anxiety, sleep difficulties or other…

30 Dec 2004

Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a condition in which a person loses control of their sleep-wake cycle. They may fall asleep suddenly during the day or be unable…

29 Dec 2004

Relapsing polychondritis

Relapsing polychondritis

Relapsing polychondritis is a rare inflammatory disease of cartilage in the ear, nose or windpipe. It causes pain, swelling and destruction of cartilage.

23 Dec 2004

Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis refers to the abnormal growth of nodules of inflamed tissues, most commonly in the lungs or nervous system.

10 Dec 2004

Amyloidosis

Amyloidosis

Amyloidosis refers to a group of diseases in which insoluble protein is abnormally deposited in tissues and organs, changing their structure and function.

09 Dec 2004