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Contents Overview Living with arthritis Living with arthritis isn't easy and carrying out simple, everyday tasks can often be painful and difficult. However, there are many things you can do…

Contents Overview Living with arthritis Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint. In the UK, millions of people have arthritis or other, similar conditions that…

Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia) are when your heart beats too quickly or too slowly or your heartbeat is not steady. It might not be serious but see a GP if…

Appendicitis is swelling and infection in your appendix (part of your bowel). It usually causes pain in the lower right side of your abdomen (tummy). It needs urgent treatment in…

Contents Overview Symptoms Treatment The recommended treatment for aphasia is usually speech and language therapy. Sometimes aphasia improves on its own without treatment. This treatment is carried out by a…

Contents Overview Symptoms Treatment Aphasia affects everyone differently, but most people will have difficulty expressing themselves or understanding things they hear or read. If aphasia has been caused by a…

Contents Overview Symptoms Treatment Aphasia is when a person has difficulty with their language or speech. It's usually caused by damage to the left side of the brain (for example,…

Contents Overview Why it's done What happens Recovery Risks Alternatives Aortic valve replacement is the most effective treatment for aortic valve diseases. But it can place tremendous strain on the…

Like any type of surgery, an aortic valve replacement is associated with a number of complications. Fortunately, serious problems are uncommon. The risk of experiencing complications is generally higher for older people…

After an aortic valve replacement, you'll usually need to stay in hospital for about a week. The time it takes to fully recover varies depending on factors like your age and…