Psoriasis
About two per cent of the population in the UK have psoriasis and men and women are equally likely to get it. The condition can occur at any age, but it mostly occurs between the ages of ten and 40 years, and often ... [... more]
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Genital Warts
The number of people with genital warts is increasing. It's estimated that up to 50 per cent of sexually active men and women are infected with the genital wart virus. However, usually only a small number of these ... [... more]
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Cervical Cancer
It's one of the most common cancers in young women, but thanks to an effective nationwide screening programme, fewer women than ever are dying of cervical cancer. Further awareness of the early warning signs could ... [... more]
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Seasonal Affective Disorder
Up to one in 20 people are believed to suffer with SAD, with women three times more likely to be affected than men. Younger people, particularly those between the ages of 18 and 40, are more likely to suffer. ... [... more]
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Chlamydia
Left untreated, chlamydia can cause painful inflammation of the testicles in men, which can lead to infertility. In women, it can cause pelvic inflammatory disease resulting in problems with fertility. It can also ... [... more]
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Ovarian Cancer
Women who have never been pregnant, or who take fertility drugs for a prolonged period without falling pregnant, and those who have had breast cancer are at increased risk of ovarian cancer. Breast feeding, and ... [... more]
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Premature Labour
Contractions of the uterus can be confusing as many women experience contractions that may be painful, known as Braxton Hicks contractions, from 24 weeks of pregnancy. Two-thirds of women diagnosed as being in labour ... [... more]
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Breast Cancer
Being 'breast aware' and reporting any changes from normal (see symptoms section), and for women between 50 and 70 years of age attending mammogram screenings helps to identify breast cancer early so that treatment ... [... more]
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Thrush
About 75 per cent of women will experience thrush at some point in their lives. Thrush can be passed on during sex but is more likely to occur when someone wears tight trousers or nylon underwear, takes certain ... [... more]
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Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome is common and is estimated to affect between two to 15 per cent of the population, with women being affected more often than men. It's more likely to occur as a person gets older and most ... [... more]
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Acne and excessive body hair (hirsutism) may develop as a result of increased testosterone levels. Women with PCOS often gain, and find it hard to lose, weight. Many suffer embarrassment because of their appearance, and can become socially ... [... more]
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Syphilis
In the primary stage, symptoms may take up to 12 weeks to appear after infection. One or more painless sores (chancres) appear at the place where the infection entered the body. In women, they may appear on the vulva ... [... more]
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