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Contents Overview Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) tends to be diagnosed in adults over 30 years of age because symptoms do not usually start before then. When…

Contents Overview Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications The symptoms of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) are caused by the growth of fluid-filled sacs (cysts) in the kidneys. Although ADPKD is present from birth,…

Atherosclerosis is where your arteries become narrowed, making it difficult for blood to flow through them. It increases your risk of heart attack and stroke. Lifestyle changes, like stopping smoking,…

Contents Overview Types Causes Diagnosis Treatment Visit your GP if you or your child have unexplained symptoms such as balance and co-ordination problems or difficulty walking, talking or swallowing. Family and…

Contents Overview Types Causes Diagnosis Treatment Ataxia is a term for a group of disorders that affect co-ordination, balance and speech. Any part of the body can be affected, but people with ataxia…

Astigmatism is a common eye condition that can cause blurry vision. It's usually treated using glasses or contact lenses. Check if you have astigmatism Astigmatism means your eye is shaped…

Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Living with Asthma attacks Asthma attacks kill 3 people in the UK each day. But many of these deaths could be avoided. Every 10…

Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Living with Asthma attacks With treatment, most people with asthma can live normal lives. There are also some simple ways you can help keep…

Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Living with Asthma attacks There's currently no cure for asthma, but treatment can help control the symptoms so you're able to live a normal,…

Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Living with Asthma attacks Asthma can usually be diagnosed from your symptoms and some simple tests. A GP will probably be able to diagnose…