Depression
Depression Depression is a state of feeling ‘down’ which lasts for a long but indefinite period of time What to look for For major depression, you may experience four or more of the following: persistent sadness, pessimism. feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness, or hopelessness. loss of interest or enjoyment in nearly every aspect of life. […]
Corns and Callouses
Corns and Callouses A corn is a localised area of hard, horny skin which forms as a result of constant rubbing or pressure. A calluses are larger versions. What to look for Corn… an area of hard, thick skin, which may look a yellow colour Corns between the toes can be soft Callus… A callus […]
Constipation
Constipation Constipation refers to hard, inadequate, incomplete, or infrequent bowel movements. What to look for hard stools that are difficult or painful to pass. no bowel movements in three days for adults, four days for children. nausea, anxiety, headache and general discomfort Your food is normally passed along the intestines by muscle action called peristalsis. […]
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis Cojunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctival membrane (the delicate skin which covers the white of the eye underneath the eyelids. What to look for A gritty feeling in the eye, just under the eyelids Burning itchy eyes that discharge a heavy, sticky pus Tears, a swollen lymph node Redness, intense itching Eyelids may […]
Circulatory Problems
Circulatory Problems This is problems to do with circulation. (Is the closed network of blood vessels in the body). What to look for aching legs bulging, bluish vessels in an aching leg. a painful vein. Everybody may experience circulatory problems infrequently. Many people, however, must cope with this sensation on a daily basis. This condition, […]
Cholesterol Problems
Cholesterol Problems Cholesterol is a crystalline fatty alcohol found especially in animal fats, blood and nerve tissue and bile. What to look for A high level of cholesterol in the blood does not have obvious symptoms but it can be a risk for other circulatory conditions that do have recognisable symptoms. Obesity and diabetes. impotence […]
Cataracts
Cataracts A Cataract is the clouding of the lens in the eye. The lens is normally clear.It is not a film over the lens. What to look for hazy vision. impaired vision at night; difficulty in discerning movements, details, or objects. blinding or uncomfortable glare from automobile headlights or bright sunlight. seeing halos around lights. […]
Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure Blood pressure is pressure in the arteries as the heart pumps blood around the body. What to look for There are generally no symptoms for high blood pressure as the early stages of hypertension may take a few years to develop A higher than normal blood pressure. Normal for young and middle aged […]
Blood Clots
Blood Clots Blood Clots are when blood which thickens or masses or lumps together and stops circulation. What to look for Our blood clots as part of a normal, healthy protective process however if any of the symptoms below occur blood clotting may be the cause… Unexpected and remote pain in an arm or leg […]
Bladder Cancer
Bladder Cancer The bladder is the hollow, muscular organ that lies in the pelvic region. It looks like an upside down pyramid. The bladder stores the urine that is produced in the kidneys. What to look for Bladder cancer may not have symptoms in the beginning, however, later on, symptoms may include: blood in the […]