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Hip Problems, How common are hip problems? Hip problems are common and can be an occupational hazard. They may occur as a result of getting older, although they may also ...
Corneal Problems - Acute and Non-acute, Symptoms of corneal problems [ 1 ] Pain : occurs with most corneal problems unless there is gross neuropathy, in which case ...
Contact Lens Problems, Associated with conjunctival problems. Associated with corneal problems. Problems with the lens itself [ 2 ] Poor lens fi...
Recurrent Corneal Erosion Syndrome, Some patients report glare and haloes around lights (this occurs if corneal oedema develops). The problem may be unilateral or bilater...
Corneal Abrasions, Foreign Bodies and Injuries, If they are on the visual axis, there is potential loss of VA due to corneal scarring. Recurrent corneal abrasion syndrome...
Corneal Injury and Foreign Bodies, What causes corneal injury? Corneal scratches/abrasions The cornea is at the front of the eye. It is a clear disc which lies over th...
Corneal Microcysts, Others may cause ocular irritation or transient blurred vision and - if they rupture - cause painful corneal erosions which show up as punctate epithelial erosions (ther...
Eye Problems, See the separate leaflet called Visual Problems. Abnormalities of corneal size and shape Keratoconus is an abnormally thin, curved cornea.
Visual Problems (Blurred Vision), See the separate leaflet called Corneal Injury and Foreign Bodies for more details . Corneal scratches The cornea is very, very sensi...
Diagnosing Conjunctival Problems, The conjunctival limbus is situated about 1 mm anterior to the edge of the corneal limbus (where the transparent cornea stops and the opaque sclera ...
Prognosis [ 2 ] Poor prognosis is noted in patients with: Additional corneal problems such as vascularisation or peripheral thinning. Associated ocular disease such as herpes, a...
Eye Problems in Babies (Causes, Symptoms and Treatment), Symptoms include: Tearing Photophobia Blepharospasm Eye rubbing Irritability Signs include: Large eyes (...
Spinal Disc Problems, As we get older the spinal discs gradually become damaged and this can cause problems such as back pain. Other problems affecting the spinal discs incl...
Common Problems of the Cervix, Some women will not have any symptoms at all. A problem with the neck of the womb (cervix) may be detected by the doctor or nurse who is examining them...
Breast Problems, Breast problems are very common in women of all ages. Most breast problems are not caused by breast cancer but it is really important to get any breast pro...
Dealing with Breathing Problems
Thyroid and Parathyroid Problems, This leaflet gives a brief overview of the thyroid and parathyroid glands and the common medical problems which can occur with these. What are th...
Embarrassing Problems, Some common problems are listed below. For most of the problems listed, there is more information available when you follow the links provided. , Ur...
Periods and Period Problems, What are the different types of period problems? Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE ...
Alcoholism and Problem Drinking, Mental health problems, including depression , anxiety and various other problems. Wernicke's encephalopathy - an alcohol-related ...