Haemophilia
A guide to the inherited disorder haemophilia, plus where to go for support Haemophilia is known to run in European royal families and, notably, the son of the last Russian tsar was badly affected. But how's it passed on and what are the possible ... [... more]
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Malaria
Are you aware of the symptoms of one of the world's biggest killers? As travel increases to destinations where malaria occurs, it's important to take preventive measures and be alert to symptoms once you return. Malaria is caused by an infection ... [... more]
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HIV and AIDS
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infects and gradually destroys immune system cells, reducing the body's protection against infection and cancers. HIV causes infection that can lead to acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). In the UK, ... [... more]
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Lymphomas in childhood
Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system, the system that helps the body fight infection. There are two main types: Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Lymphoma affects the lymphatic system. This consists of thin tubes called lymph vessels ... [... more]
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Haemochromatosis
A guide to haemochromatosis, its effects and where to go for support Most people know that too little iron in the body leads to anaemia, but too much can also have a devastating effect. Haemochromatosis - or genetic haemochromatosis (GH) - is a ... [... more]
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HIV and AIDS
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infects and gradually destroys immune system cells, reducing the body's protection against infection and cancers. HIV causes infection that can lead to acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). In the UK, ... [... more]
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What's anaemia?
Some people, especially young children, are just naturally pale. However, paleness can be a sign of underlying illness. Two main factors give our skin colour: pigmentation and blood supply. Abnormal paleness is sometimes due to loss of ... [... more]
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Buerger's disease
Description of Buergher's disease, its causes, symptoms and treatment This is a rare condition where blood vessels in the legs, and sometimes the arms, become inflamed, causing a reduction in blood flow. Clots may also form in these blood ... [... more]
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HIV and AIDS in children
HIV can affect people of all genders, races and ages, including children. Most children with the disease are infected in the womb or during birth. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is an infection that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome ... [... more]
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Pernicious anaemia
Dr Rob Hicks looks at the implications of this B12 deficiency. Pernicious anaemia, also known as megaloblastic anaemia, is caused by a lack of vitamin B12. This vitamin is vital for cells if they're to multiply. When it's in short supply, red ... [... more]
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Septicaemia
The body's immune system is designed to detect, track down and kill bacteria that cause infections, but if bacteria get into the bloodstream they can invade any part of the body and cause serious damage. Septicaemia is a bacterial infection of ... [... more]
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Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PDD)
Dr Trisha Macnair looks at the effects this enzyme deficiency can have on the body. G6PDD is a common inherited condition that occurs when the body lacks an important enzyme called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD). G6PDD is caused by a ... [... more]
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