Cancer of the nasopharynx
The nasopharynx is the space within the skull that is above the palate (roof of the mouth) and behind the nose. It communicates at the front with the outside air, via the nostrils, and at the back with the cavity of the mouth and throat (oropharynx). [... more]
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Deviated nasal septum
The nasal septum is the structure which normally divides the nasal cavity into two halves. Although it is often a little crooked, this does not usually cause problems. However, sometimes the septum is so deformed that the air passage is blocked ... [... more]
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Type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes used to be called 'non-insulin dependent diabetes'. This is because insulin injections were not part of its treatment. As some people with Type 2 also now require insulin, the phrase Type 2 is preferred. Type 2 diabetes is ... [... more]
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Fungal nail infection (ringworm of the nails)
Ringworm of the nail is due to a fungal infection (dermatophyte) similar to the type that causes athlete's foot. Other scientific terms for ringworm of the nails are: tinea unguium, onychomycosis or dermatophytosis unguium. The fungi that cause ... [... more]
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Headlice and nits
The head louse is a tiny greyish-brown insect, about 2.5mm long. Head lice are usually found on the scalp and live on blood from the 'host', which they get by biting through the scalp. Lice are very common, especially among schoolage children. ... [... more]
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Nappy rash
Nappy rash is very common. The best way to treat ordinary nappy rash is by changing the nappy regularly and also allowing the baby's bottom to get some fresh air. Nappy rash is very common - most babies will get it at some point. It is not ... [... more]
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Nasal polyps
The 'paranasal sinuses' are the air cavities within the skull that open into the nose. If the soft tissue lining of the sinuses becomes swollen, it fills the available space and can then expand into the nose forming a growth called a polyp. As ... [... more]
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Neck pain
Pain in the neck can be due to injury, a mechanical or muscular problem, a trapped nerve caused by a bulge in one of the discs between the vertebrae, or from arthritis of the neck. It can range from very mild discomfort to severe, burning ... [... more]
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