Mindfulness is a process whereby we endeavour to be aware of the present moment in a kind nonjudgmental way. This is so different from the way we often practice our lives where we are often ruminating on the past or worrying and planning our future. There is formal mindfulness which is one or other form of meditation, … Read more
Nosebleeds occur from the tiny veins that are just under the thin surface of the central part of the nose. Bleeding usually occurs quite suddenly and often from only one nostril. In most cases, it happens out of the blue without any injury. However, only a small amount of blood is lost. Nose bleeding can … Read more
A UTI is an infection of the urinary tract that can a ect the bladder (cystitis), urethra (urethritis), vagina (vaginitis) or kidneys (pyelonephritis). One in two women will get a urinary tract infection (UTI) in their lifetime. The most common type of UTI in women is cystitis (infection of the bladder). UTIs are caused by … Read more
Acne is a medical condition characterised by blackheads, whiteheads, pimples and cysts, usually affecting the face, back and chest. It is triggered by hormonal changes associated with puberty and usually begins in the teenage years. Acne often resolves after 8-10 years. More severe cases can lead to permanent scarring. Self-help strategies for acne include avoiding squeezing … Read more
Heart or cardiac failure is the inability of the heart to pump enough blood to satisfy the needs of the body, leading to reduced perfusion and congestion. The heart becomes inefficient either because the muscle is weakened or because there is a mechanical fault in the valves controlling the flow of blood. The main symptom … Read more
Androgens are male sex hormones that increase at puberty and are needed for a boy to develop into a sexually mature adult. Testosterone is the most important androgen and plays a role in the development of the penis and testes, facial/body hair growth and sperm production. It also affects mood and libido (sex drive), promotes … Read more
Warts are benign growths on the skin caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are many different types of warts caused by more than a hundred types of HPV. These include common warts, plantar warts, at warts and genital warts. Warts are common and anyone can develop them, particularly children. Risk factors for developing … Read more
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affect a woman’s reproductive organs. It happens when the lining cells (called the endometrium) of the uterus grow outside of it. Often it is found on and around the pelvic and abdominal organs, including the ovaries. About one third of women with endometriosis have trouble with fertility and struggle … Read more
