Bone
31 Oct 2003
Systemic scleroderma (systemic sclerosis)
Systemic sclerosis is a condition characterised by excessive thickening of skin due to connective tissue accumulation. It is usually localised.
Children's health
13 Sep 2003
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.
Diseases
18 Jul 2003
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.
Diseases
18 Jul 2003
Whooping cough (pertussis)
Whooping cough is a highly contagious, vaccine-preventable bacterial infection of the respiratory tract which causes a distinctive cough and whooping sound.
Diseases
08 Jul 2003
Insomnia
Insomnia is unsatisfactory sleep that affects daytime functions because of fatigue, irritability, decreased memory and concentration, and malaise.
Blood
02 Jul 2003
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…
Diseases
26 May 2003
Cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic respiratory condition that affects mucus in the lungs. It causes breathing problems, lung infections and other health problems.
Diseases
26 May 2003
Lung abscess
Lung or pulmonary abscess refers to necrosis (death) of lung tissue which typically occurs following bacterial pneumonia, causing cough and fever.
Diseases
26 May 2003
Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an acute lower respiratory tract infection that causes inflammation of the lungs. It is common world-wide and can be fatal.
