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Burkitt's lymphoma

Burkitt's lymphoma

Burkitt's lymphoma is a type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma or cancer which affects the lymphatic system. It is rare in Australian adults but affects children.

11 Sep 2005

Adrenalectomy

Adrenalectomy

Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the hormone producing adrenal glands, near the kidneys. It is a treatment for benign and malignant tumours.

10 Sep 2005

Spinal Cord Compression

Spinal Cord Compression

Spinal cord compression is a common neurological complication of cancer metastasis, often associated with breast and lung cancer and lymphoma.

18 Aug 2005

Hyponatraemia (low sodium levels)

Hyponatraemia (low sodium levels)

Hyponatraemia refers to a condition in which sodium (salt) levels in the blood are too low. It usually occurs because the body retains too much…

18 Aug 2005

Anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL)

Anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL)

Anaplastic large cell lymphoma is a type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, which is cancer of the lymphatic system. It starts in anaplastic lymphatic tissue.

29 Jul 2005

Urinary Incontinence – Types, Investigation and Treatment

Urinary Incontinence – Types, Investigation and Treatment

Urinary incontinence refers to loss of bladder control which may cause involuntary urination or urine leakage, but can be treated with surgery or medicine.

07 Jun 2005

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder which causes constipation, diarrhoea, abdominal pain and other symptoms.

02 Jun 2005

Diabetic neuropathy

Diabetic neuropathy

Diabetic neuropathy refers to nerve pain and damage caused by diabetes. It causes muscle weakness, erectile dysfunction, incontinence and constipation.

11 Apr 2005

Nausea and Vomiting (Emesis)

Nausea and Vomiting (Emesis)

Vomiting can also be referred to as emesis, and consists of three stages: nausea is an unpleasant sensation of wanting to vomit; retching is a…

07 Apr 2005