Snoring
Snoring This can be described as heavy breathing which sounds like snorting when asleep. What to look for Unusual breathing patterns during sleep. Snoring is usually harmless although very annoying for the person who has to hear it. It can be loud and continuous throughout the whole time a person is asleep. Or it can […]
Sneezing
Sneezing This is your body’s way of eliminating any irritants or toxins from the nasal passages. See also Colds and Flu entry as sneezing can itself be a symptom. People sneeze when they have a cold, to help clear the nose. They also sneeze if they are allergic to eliminate allergens from the nasal passages. […]
Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer The general warning signs of skin cancer include: any changes in size, colour, shape, or texture of any skin growth. an open or inflamed skin wound that won’t heal. Melanoma, the most dangerous type of skin cancer, may appear as: a change in an existing mole. a small, dark, multicoloured spot with jagged […]
Sinusitis
Sinusitis Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation of the sinuses. What to look for pain and pressure in the face and behind the eyes. blocked nose. post nasal drip. mucus is smelly and yellow or discoloured. toothache. The sinuses are the air-filled pockets in the bones of the face. The four pairs of sinuses are […]
Sickle Cell Anaemia
Sickle Cell Anaemia This condition results from abnormalities in the blood structure of certain individuals. What to look for joint pain, pain in the abdomen, or along the arms and legs. fatigue, jaundice, and rapid heartbeat. recurring infections. delayed growth and development. a painful persistent erection This disease is inherited and is quite common in […]
Shingles
Shingles Shingles is a painful condition caused by the herpes zoster virus, in which a line-like rash develops around the body. What to look for slight fever, chills, upset stomach. pain and tenderness usually on one side of your face or body. tingling, itching, or prickling skin followed by an inflamed red rash. blisters. deep […]
Shin Splints
Shin Splints What to look for Shin splints are characterised by pain occasionally swelling anywhere in the lower leg. Usually any pain in the lower leg is referred to as shin splints. It is to do with the muscles that enable the foot to move. Injuries that result in damage to the fibres of these […]
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sexually Transmitted Diseases These are a wide range of different disease which are all acquired as a result of having sexual intercourse with a person who has already contracted the infection. What to look for a white, yellow, green, grey, or blood-streaked discharge that may have a strong smell. genital and/or anal itching. a rash, […]
Sexual Dysfunction
Sexual Dysfunction This is the inability of either or both partners to fully enjoy sexual intercourse. What to look for For men, you may have a sexual problem if you: ejaculate prematurely do not ejaculate. are unable to have sustain an erection; see Impotence. feel pain during intercourse. lack sexual desire consistently For women, you […]
Scoliosis
Scoliosis Scoliosis is an excessive backwards or sideways curvature of the spine. What to look for the entire body seems to tilt to one side. the shoulders, hips and legs appear uneven. from the front the ribs appear more prominent. Scoliosis is a progressive sideways curvature of the spine. People with scoliosis have an S […]