Medical Information

Asbestosis is a rare but serious lung condition that affects people exposed to asbestos (a building material used from the 1950s to the 1990s). It cannot be cured, but treatment may improve the symptoms.…

Contents What is an arthroscopy? Why it’s done Getting ready What happens on the day Recovery Recovering from an arthroscopy It can take from around 1 week to several months…

Contents What is an arthroscopy? Why it’s done Getting ready What happens on the day Recovery What happens when you have an arthroscopy On the day of your arthroscopy you…

Contents What is an arthroscopy? Why it’s done Getting ready What happens on the day Recovery After your doctor refers you for an arthroscopy, you’ll get a letter or an…

Contents What is an arthroscopy? Why it’s done Getting ready What happens on the day Recovery Why an arthroscopy is done An arthroscopy can be done for a number of…

Contents What is an arthroscopy? Why it’s done Getting ready What happens on the day Recovery An arthroscopy is a type of keyhole surgery for checking or repairing your joints.…

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…