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Acid reflux (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease; GORD)

Acid reflux (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease; GORD)

Acid reflux is also known as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) or heartburn. Reflux of food and gastric acid into the oesophagus causes inflammation.

18 Sep 2003

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD; Alpha-1; AATD)

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD; Alpha-1; AATD)

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is an inherited disease which affects the liver and lungs. A genetic mutation causes chronic liver disease and emphysema.

13 Sep 2003

Chicken pox (varicella zoster virus)

Chicken pox (varicella zoster virus)

Chicken pox is a contagious, vaccine-preventable infection by the varicella zoster virus. It causes an itchy, red, lumpy rash and is common in children.

16 Jul 2003

Myelofibrosis (myelosclerosis)

Myelofibrosis (myelosclerosis)

Myelofibrosis is a bone marrow disorder which may be idiopathic or secondary to diseases like leukaemia. It causes enlarged liver and enlarged spleen.

15 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

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

Atrial septal defect (ASD; ostium secundum defect)

Atrial septal defect (ASD; ostium secundum defect)

Atrial septal defect (ASD) or a hole in the heart is a congenital heart defect in which an opening between the two atria (heart chambers)…

28 May 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

Pneumonia

Pneumonia

Pneumonia is an acute lower respiratory tract infection that causes inflammation of the lungs. It is common world-wide and can be fatal.

26 May 2003