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Contents What is AMD? Symptoms Getting diagnosed Treatments Living with AMD Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of your vision. It usually first…
Cataracts are when the lens, a small transparent disc inside your eye, develops cloudy patches. Over time these patches usually become bigger causing blurry, misty vision and eventually blindness. When…
Adenomyosis is a condition where the lining of the womb (uterus) starts growing into the muscle in the wall of the womb. There are treatments that can help with any…
An adenoidectomy is an operation to remove enlarged adenoids. Adenoids are small lumps of tissue at the back of the throat behind the nose. They're part of the immune system…
Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Addison's disease, also known as primary adrenal insufficiency or hypoadrenalism, is a rare disorder of the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are 2 small…
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening illness that can happen when your lungs are not working properly. ARDS is usually a complication of other serious conditions and is…
Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Prevention Acute pancreatitis is often caused by gallstones or drinking too much alcohol. A healthy lifestyle can reduce your chances of developing the…
Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Prevention Most people with acute pancreatitis recover without experiencing any further problems. But those with severe acute pancreatitis can develop serious complications. Pseudocysts…
Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Prevention Acute pancreatitis is treated in hospital, where you'll be closely monitored for signs of serious problems and given supportive treatment, such as…
Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Prevention Acute pancreatitis is usually diagnosed in hospital, where you'll receive treatment and be monitored for any complications. A doctor will ask you…
