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Heart palpitations | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heart-palpitations/ | Heart palpitations are when your heartbeat becomes more noticeable. They're usually harmless, but get help if you keep getting them or you also have other symptoms.
What heart palpitations feel like
When you have heart palpitations, your heartbeat feels uncomfortable or unusual. You may feel it in your chest, neck or ... |
Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmia) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/arrhythmia/ | Symptoms of heart rhythm problems
There are different types of heart rhythm problem. You may have a fast heartbeat (tachycardia), a slow heartbeat (bradycardia) or an irregular heartbeat where the rhythm changes. This can make you feel:like your heart is pounding, racing, fluttering or missing a beat (heart palpitation... |
Heart valve problems, see Mitral valve problems | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/mitral-valve-problems/ | The mitral valve is a small flap in the heart that stops blood flowing the wrong way. Problems with it can affect how blood flows around the body. The main problems that affect the mitral valve are:mitral valve prolapse – the valve becomes too floppymitral regurgitation – the valve leaks and blood flows the wrong waymi... |
Heart valve replacement, see Aortic valve replacement | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/aortic-valve-replacement/ | An aortic valve replacement is a type of open heart surgery used to treat problems with the heart's aortic valve. The aortic valve controls the flow of blood out from the heart to the rest of the body. An aortic valve replacement involves removing a faulty or damaged valve and replacing it with a new valve made from sy... |
Heartburn and acid reflux | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heartburn-and-acid-reflux/ | Heartburn is a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid travelling up towards the throat (acid reflux). If it keeps happening, it may be called gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD).
Check if you have acid reflux
The main symptoms of acid reflux are:heartburn – a burning sensation in the middle of your c... |
Heat exhaustion and heatstroke | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-exhaustion-heatstroke/ | Heat exhaustion does not usually need emergency medical help if you can cool down within 30 minutes. If it turns into heatstroke, it needs to be treated as an emergency.
Check for signs of heat exhaustion
The signs of heat exhaustion include:tirednessdizzinessheadachefeeling sick or being sickexcessive sweating and sk... |
Heat rash (prickly heat) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-rash-prickly-heat/ | Check if you have heat rash
The symptoms of heat rash are:small, raised spotsan itchy, prickly feelingmild swellingThe rash looks red on white skin. It may be harder to see or look grey or white on brown or black skin. The symptoms of heat rash are often the same in adults and children. It can appear anywhere on the bo... |
Heavy periods | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heavy-periods/ | Check if you have heavy periods
You may have heavy periods if you:need to change your pad or tampon every 1 to 2 hours, or empty your menstrual cup more often than is recommendedneed to use 2 types of period product together, such as a pad and a tamponhave periods lasting more than 7 dayspass blood clots larger than ab... |
Heel pain | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/foot-pain/heel-pain/ | There are lots of causes of heel pain. You can usually ease the pain yourself. But see a GP if the pain does not improve.
How to ease heel pain yourself
If you see a GP, they'll usually suggest you try these things:
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rest and raise your heel when you can
put an ice pack (or bag of frozen peas) in a towel on your ... |
Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/henoch-schonlein-purpura-hsp/ | Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) affects the blood vessels and causes a spotty rash. It's not usually serious, but can sometimes lead to kidney problems. It's more common in children, but adults can get it too.
Check if it's Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP)
The main symptom of Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) is a rash with... |
Hepatitis | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hepatitis/ | Hepatitis is the term used to describe inflammation of the liver. It's usually the result of a viral infection or liver damage caused by drinking alcohol. There are several different types of hepatitis. Some types will pass without any serious problems, while others can be long-lasting (chronic) and cause scarring of t... |
Hepatitis A | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hepatitis-a/ | Hepatitis A is a liver infection that is spread in the poo of an infected person. Most people who get it get better within a few months. Hepatitis A is not common in the UK but it is common in other parts of the world.
How you can get hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is caused by a virus that spreads in poo. The infection is m... |
Hepatitis B | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hepatitis-b/ | Hepatitis B is a liver infection that is spread through blood, semen and vaginal fluids. The chance of getting it in the UK is low. There's a vaccine if you're at high risk or travelling to a country where it's more common. The infection usually only lasts for a few months, but some people can have hepatitis B long-ter... |
Hepatitis C | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hepatitis-c/ | Hepatitis C is a virus that can infect the liver. If left untreated, it can sometimes cause serious and potentially life-threatening damage to the liver over many years. But with modern treatments, it's usually possible to cure the infection, and most people with it will have a normal life expectancy. It's estimated ar... |
Herbal medicines | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/herbal-medicines/ | Herbal medicines are those with active ingredients made from plant parts, such as leaves, roots or flowers. But being "natural" doesn't necessarily mean they're safe for you to take. Just like conventional medicines, herbal medicines will have an effect on the body, and can be potentially harmful if not used correctly.... |
Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hereditary-haemorrahagic-telangiectasia/ | Hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) is an inherited genetic disorder that affects the blood vessels. It's also known as Osler-Weber-Rendu syndrome. People with HHT have some blood vessels that have not developed properly and sometimes cause bleeding, known as arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). When AVMs form ... |
Hereditary neuropathy with pressure palsies (HNPP) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hereditary-neuropathy/ | Hereditary neuropathy with pressure palsies (HNPP) is an inherited condition that causes numbness, tingling and muscle weakness in the limbs. It affects the peripheral nerves, which connect your brain and spinal cord to your muscles and cells that detect touch, pain and temperature. HNPP can affect anyone. Symptoms usu... |
Hereditary spastic paraplegia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hereditary-spastic-paraplegia/ | Hereditary spastic paraplegia is a general term for a group of rare inherited disorders that cause weakness and stiffness in the leg muscles. Symptoms gradually get worse over time. It's also known as familial spastic paraparesis or Strümpell-Lorrain syndrome. It's difficult to know exactly how many people have heredit... |
Hernia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hernia/ | A hernia occurs when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall. A hernia usually develops between your chest and hips. In many cases, it causes no or very few symptoms, although you may notice a swelling or lump in your tummy (abdomen) or groin. The lump can often b... |
Hernia (femoral), see Femoral hernia repair | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/femoral-hernia-repair/ | A hernia occurs when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall. Your muscles are usually strong and tight enough to keep your intestines and organs in place, but a hernia can develop if there are any weak spots.
Femoral herniaA femoral hernia is a rare type of hern... |
Hernia (hiatus), see Hiatus hernia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiatus-hernia/ | A hiatus hernia is when part of your stomach moves up into your chest. It's very common if you're over 50. It does not normally need treatment if it's not causing you problems.
Check if you have a hiatus hernia
You can have a hiatus hernia without knowing and without it being a problem. Symptoms include:a painful burn... |
Hernia (inguinal), see Inguinal hernia repair | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/inguinal-hernia-repair/ | A hernia happens when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall. Your muscles are usually strong and tight enough to keep your intestines and organs in place, but a hernia can develop if there are any weak spots.
What is an inguinal hernia?
An inguinal (pronounced ... |
Hernia (umbilical), see Umbilical hernia repair | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/umbilical-hernia-repair/ | A hernia is where an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall. Your muscles are usually strong and tight enough to keep your organs and intestines in place, but a hernia can develop if there are any weak spots.
Umbilical hernias
Umbilical hernias are very common in i... |
Herpes (genital), see Genital herpes | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/genital-herpes/ | Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) passed on through vaginal, anal and oral sex. Treatment from a sexual health clinic can help. Symptoms clear up on their own but can come back.
Check if you have genital herpes
Symptoms of genital herpes include:small blisters that burst to leave red, open sores... |
Herpes in babies, see Neonatal herpes (herpes in a baby) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/neonatal-herpes/ | Neonatal herpes is a herpes infection in a young baby. The younger the baby, the more vulnerable they are to the harmful effects of infection. Herpes can be very serious for a young baby, whose immune system will not have fully developed to fight off the virus. Neonatal herpes, which is rare in the UK, is caused by the... |
Herpes simplex eye infections | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/herpes-simplex-eye-infections/ | A herpes simplex eye infection is a viral infection that can cause a painful, red eye. It's also called eye herpes or ocular herpes. It's important to get treatment because it can sometimes affect your sight.
Check if it's a herpes simplex eye infection
Herpes simplex eye infections usually affect only one eye. The sy... |
Herpetic whitlow (whitlow finger) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/herpetic-whitlow/ | Herpetic whitlow (whitlow finger) is a painful infection of the finger caused by the herpes virus. It's easily treated but can come back.
Check if you have herpetic whitlow
Herpetic whitlow can appear anywhere on your finger or thumb, but it usually affects the top of your finger (fingertip). Symptoms of herpetic whit... |
Hiatus hernia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiatus-hernia/ | A hiatus hernia is when part of your stomach moves up into your chest. It's very common if you're over 50. It does not normally need treatment if it's not causing you problems.
Check if you have a hiatus hernia
You can have a hiatus hernia without knowing and without it being a problem. Symptoms include:a painful burn... |
Hib, see Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hib/ | Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a type of bacteria that can cause life-threatening infections. Babies and children are most at risk of getting seriously ill and can get vaccinated against it.
Complications of Hib infection
A Hib infection can cause serious conditions including:infection of the lining of the bra... |
Hiccups | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiccups/ | Most people get hiccups sometimes. They should only last a few minutes. You can usually wait for them to go away or treat them yourself without seeing a GP.
Things you can do yourself to stop or prevent hiccups
Although many people find these things helpful for stopping hiccups, there's no evidence that they work for ... |
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hidradenitis-suppurativa/ | Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a painful, long-term skin condition that causes skin abscesses and scarring on the skin. The exact cause of hidradenitis suppurativa is unknown, but it occurs near hair follicles where there are sweat glands, usually around the groin, bottom, breasts and armpits. For reasons that are un... |
High blood pressure | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-pressure/ | Check if you're at risk of high blood pressure
High blood pressure is very common, especially in older adults. There are usually no symptoms, so you may not realise you have it. Things that increase your chances of having high blood pressure include:your age – you're more likely to get high blood pressure as you get ol... |
High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-sugar-hyperglycaemia/ | High blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) is where the level of sugar in your blood is too high. It mainly affects people with diabetes and can be serious if not treated. People with diabetes can also have blood sugar that's too low. This is called low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia).
High blood sugar levels
If you have diabetes,... |
High cholesterol | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-cholesterol/ | High cholesterol is when you have too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol in your blood. It's mainly caused by eating fatty food, not exercising enough, being overweight, smoking and drinking alcohol. It can also run in families. You can lower your cholesterol by eating healthily and getting more exercise. Som... |
High temperature (fever) in adults | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/fever-in-adults/ | What is a high temperature?
Normal body temperature is different for everyone and changes during the day. A high temperature is usually considered to be 38C or above. This is sometimes called a fever.
Check if you have a high temperature
You may have a high temperature if:your chest or back feel hotter than usualyou h... |
High temperature (fever) in children | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/fever-in-children/ | A high temperature (fever) is very common in young children. The temperature usually returns to normal within 1 to 4 days.
Checking a high temperature
A normal temperature in babies and children can vary slightly from child to child. A high temperature is 38C or more. If your child has a high temperature, they might:f... |
Hip dysplasia, see Developmental dysplasia of the hip | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/developmental-dysplasia-of-the-hip/ | Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a condition where the "ball and socket" joint of the hip does not properly form in babies and young children. It's sometimes called congenital dislocation of the hip, or hip dysplasia. The hip joint attaches the thigh bone (femur) to the pelvis. The top of the femur (femoral ... |
Hip pain in adults | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hip-pain/ | Hip pain is common, especially as you get older. There are things you can do to ease the pain, but get medical help if your hip is very painful or the pain does not get better. There is separate information about hip pain in children.
Causes of hip pain
There are lots of possible causes of hip pain. It might be caused... |
Hip pain in children (irritable hip) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hip-pain-children-irritable-hip/ | Causes of hip pain in children
A condition called irritable hip is the most common cause of hip pain in children. This is where the hip joint becomes sore and inflamed. Irritable hip can be painful, but it's not usually serious and often gets better by itself. Other possible causes of hip pain in children include:an in... |
Hip replacement | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hip-replacement/ | What is it
Why it's done
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Hirschsprung's disease | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hirschsprungs-disease/ | Hirschsprung's disease is a rare condition that causes poo to become stuck in the bowels. It's mainly diagnosed in babies and young children. Normally, the bowel continuously squeezes and relaxes to push poo along, a process controlled by your nervous system. In Hirschsprung's disease, the nerves that control this move... |
Hirsutism, see Excessive hair growth (hirsutism) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hirsutism/ | Hirsutism is where women have thick, dark hair on their face, neck, chest, tummy, lower back, buttocks or thighs. See a GP if it's a problem for you. It might be caused by a medical condition that can be treated.
Causes of hirsutism
Hirsutism is linked to hormones called androgens. It can happen if the level of these ... |
HIV and AIDS | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiv-and-aids/ | HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that damages the cells in your immune system and weakens your ability to fight everyday infections and disease. AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is the name used to describe a number of potentially life-threatening infections and illnesses that happen when your im... |
Hives | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hives/ | Check if it's hives
The main symptom of hives is an itchy rash. The rash can:be raised bumps or patches in many shapes and sizesappear anywhere on the bodybe on 1 area or spread across the bodyfeel itchy, sting or burnlook pink or red when affecting someone with white skin; the colour of the rash can be harder to see o... |
Hodgkin lymphoma | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hodgkin-lymphoma/ | Hodgkin lymphoma is an uncommon cancer that develops in the lymphatic system, which is a network of vessels and glands spread throughout your body. The lymphatic system is part of your immune system. Clear fluid called lymph flows through the lymphatic vessels and contains infection-fighting white blood cells, known as... |
Home oxygen therapy | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/home-oxygen-treatment/ | Home oxygen therapy involves breathing in air that contains more oxygen than normal through a mask or tube connected to a device in your home. Only use home oxygen therapy if your GP or specialist has prescribed it for you. Buying oxygen online and using it without a prescription can be dangerous. It could cause damage... |
Homeopathy | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/homeopathy/ | Homeopathy is a type of complementary or alternative medicine that’s based on the use of highly diluted substances, which practitioners claim can cause the body to heal itself. A 2010 House of Commons Science and Technology Committee report on homeopathy said that homeopathic remedies perform no better than placebos (d... |
Homocystinuria | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/homocystinuria/ | Homocystinuria (HCU) is a rare but potentially serious inherited condition. It means the body can't process the amino acid methionine. This causes a harmful build-up of substances in the blood and urine. Normally, our bodies break down protein foods like meat and fish into amino acids, which are the "building blocks" o... |
Hookworm, see Worms in humans | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/worms-in-humans/ | Some types of worms can infect people. Some can be caught in the UK and others are only caught abroad. Most worm infections are not serious and can be easily treated with medicine.
A pharmacist can help with worm infections
A pharmacist can help if you have:small, white worms in your poo that look like pieces of threa... |
How to check your breasts or chest | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/how-to-check-your-breasts-or-chest/ | Why you should check your breasts or chest
Checking your breasts or chest regularly helps you learn what looks and feels normal for you. This makes it easier to notice any changes that could be a sign of a condition such as breast cancer. You should try to check your breasts or chest about once a month.
What to look f... |
How to check your testicles | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/how-to-check-your-testicles/ | Why you should check your testicles
Checking your testicles regularly means you can get to know what is normal for you. This makes it easier to notice any changes that could be signs of a condition such as testicular cancer. Men and boys should start checking their testicles from puberty onwards (usually from around th... |
How to collect a sample of poo (stool sample) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/how-to-collect-a-sample-of-poo-stool-sample/ | Why a poo sample is needed
A doctor may ask you to collect a poo sample if you have symptoms that need checking. These include:blood in your poodiarrhoeaconstipationstomach pain or discomfortBowel cancer screeningFor information on how to use a home screening kit for bowel cancer, see bowel cancer screening.
Collectin... |
Hughes syndrome, see Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/antiphospholipid-syndrome/ | Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), sometimes known as Hughes syndrome, is a disorder of the immune system that causes an increased risk of blood clots. This means people with APS are at greater risk of developing conditions such as:DVT (deep vein thrombosis, a blood clot that usually develops in the legarterial thrombosi... |
Human bites, see Animal and human bites | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/animal-and-human-bites/ | Most animal bites are not serious, but you may need to get medical help if the bite is severe or there are signs of infection. This page is about human bites and bites from animals, such as cats and dogs, that have broken the skin. There's a separate page about snake bites.
What to do after animal or human bites
There... |
Human papillomavirus (HPV) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/human-papilloma-virus-hpv/ | Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the name of a very common group of viruses. They do not cause any problems in most people, but some types can cause genital warts or cancer. HPV affects the skin. There are more than 100 different types.
Symptoms of human papillomavirus (HPV)
HPV does not usually cause any symptoms. Most ... |
Huntington's disease | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/huntingtons-disease/ | Huntington's disease is a condition that stops parts of the brain working properly over time. It's passed on (inherited) from a person's parents. It gets gradually worse over time and is usually fatal after a period of up to 20 years.
SymptomsThe symptoms usually start at 30 to 50 years of age, but can begin much earl... |
Hydrocephalus | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hydrocephalus/ | Hydrocephalus is a build-up of fluid in the brain. The excess fluid puts pressure on the brain, which can damage it. If left untreated, hydrocephalus can be fatal.
Symptoms of hydrocephalus
The damage to the brain from hydrocephalus can cause a wide range of symptoms, including:headachebeing sickblurred visiondifficul... |
Hydronephrosis | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hydronephrosis/ | Hydronephrosis is a condition where one or both kidneys become stretched and swollen as the result of a build-up of urine inside them. It can affect people of any age and is sometimes spotted in unborn babies during routine pregnancy ultrasound scans. This is known as antenatal hydronephrosis. Hydronephrosis does not g... |
Hyperacusis, see Noise sensitivity (hyperacusis) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hyperacusis/ | Hyperacusis is when everyday sounds seem much louder to you than they should. Treatment can help. See a GP if you think you have hyperacusis.
Check if you have hyperacusis
You may have hyperacusis if some everyday sounds seem much louder than they should. It can sometimes be painful. You may be affected by sounds like... |
Hyperhidrosis, see Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/excessive-sweating-hyperhidrosis/ | Excessive sweating is common and can affect the whole body or just certain areas. Sometimes it gets better with age but there are things you can do and treatments that can help.
What is excessive sweating?
It's normal to sweat if you get hot or do exercise, but you may be sweating excessively if you're sweating when y... |
Hyperparathyroidism | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hyperparathyroidism/ | Hyperparathyroidism is where the parathyroid glands (in the neck, near the thyroid gland) produce too much parathyroid hormone. There are 4 small glands that make this hormone, which helps your body manage the calcium levels it needs. But if too much is made, it can cause your blood calcium levels to get too high (hype... |
Hypersomnia, see Excessive daytime sleepiness (hypersomnia) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/excessive-daytime-sleepiness-hypersomnia/ | Excessive daytime sleepiness (hypersomnia) is a condition where people fall asleep repeatedly during the day.
Check if it's hypersomnia
Excessive daytime sleepiness (hypersomnia) is different from feeling tired all the time. If you have hypersomnia, you may:regularly nap during the dayfall asleep during the daystill s... |
Hypertension, see High blood pressure | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-pressure/ | Check if you're at risk of high blood pressure
High blood pressure is very common, especially in older adults. There are usually no symptoms, so you may not realise you have it. Things that increase your chances of having high blood pressure include:your age – you're more likely to get high blood pressure as you get ol... |
Hyperthyroidism, see Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/overactive-thyroid-hyperthyroidism/ | An overactive thyroid, also known as hyperthyroidism or thyrotoxicosis, is where the thyroid gland produces too much of the thyroid hormones. The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, just in front of the windpipe (trachea). It produces hormones that affect things such as your heart rate and body tempe... |
Hypnotherapy | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypnotherapy/ | Hypnotherapy uses hypnosis to try to treat conditions or change habits.
What happens in a hypnotherapy sessionThere are different types of hypnotherapy, and different ways of hypnotising someone. First, you'll usually have a talk with your therapist to discuss what you hope to achieve and agree what methods your thera... |
Hypoglycaemia, see Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/low-blood-sugar-hypoglycaemia/ | Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia or a hypo) is usually where your blood sugar (glucose) is below 4mmol/L. It needs to be treated quickly to stop it getting worse, but you can usually treat it yourself. You can also have blood sugar that's too high. This is called high blood sugar (hyperglycaemia).
Check if you have low ... |
Hypoparathyroidism | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypoparathyroidism/ | Hypoparathyroidism is a rare condition where the parathyroid glands, which are in the neck near the thyroid gland, produce too little parathyroid hormone. This makes blood calcium levels fall (hypocalcaemia) and blood phosphorus levels rise (hyperphosphataemia), which can cause a wide range of symptoms, including muscl... |
Hypotension, see Low blood pressure (hypotension) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/low-blood-pressure-hypotension/ | Low blood pressure is a reading of less than 90/60mmHg. It does not always cause symptoms, but you may need treatment if it does.
Symptoms of low blood pressure
Get your blood pressure checked if you keep getting symptoms like:lightheadedness or dizzinessfeeling sickblurred visiongenerally feeling weakconfusionfaintin... |
Hypothermia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypothermia/ | Hypothermia is a dangerous drop in body temperature below 35C (normal body temperature is around 37C). It's a medical emergency that needs to be treated in hospital.
Check if it’s hypothermia
Symptoms of hypothermia include:shiveringpale, cold and dry skin – skin and lips may turn blue or grey (on black or brown skin ... |
Hypothyroidism, see Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/underactive-thyroid-hypothyroidism/ | An underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) is where your thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. Common signs of an underactive thyroid are tiredness, weight gain and feeling depressed. An underactive thyroid can often be successfully treated by taking daily hormone tablets to replace the hormones your thyro... |
Hysterectomy | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hysterectomy/ | A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the womb (uterus). You'll no longer be able to get pregnant after the operation. If you have not already gone through the menopause, you'll no longer have periods, regardless of your age. It's more common for women aged 40 to 50.
Why do I need a hysterectomy?Hysterectom... |
Hysteroscopy | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hysteroscopy/ | A hysteroscopy is a test to look inside a woman's womb, using a thin tube with a small camera inside it. The womb is where a baby grows in pregnancy. Anyone with a womb can have a hysteroscopy, as long as they are not pregnant.
Why a hysteroscopy is done
A hysteroscopy can be done to find out why you're having certain... |
IBD, see Inflammatory bowel disease | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/inflammatory-bowel-disease/ | Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term used to describe conditions that cause severe tummy pain and diarrhoea. IBD is long-term, but there are treatments that can help with the symptoms. The main types of IBD are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Information:
IBD is different to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS... |
IBS, see Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/ | Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the digestive system. It causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. These tend to come and go over time, and can last for days, weeks or months at a time. It's usually a lifelong problem. It can be very frustrating to live... |
Ichthyosis | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ichthyosis/ | Ichthyosis is a group of rare skin conditions that cause dry, scaly skin. It's usually something you're born with, but it can happen later in life. It cannot usually be cured, but there are treatments to help the symptoms.
Check if it's ichthyosis
The main symptom of ichthyosis is very dry, scaly skin that may also be... |
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/idiopathic-pulmonary-fibrosis/ | Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a condition in which the lungs become scarred and breathing becomes increasingly difficult. It's not clear what causes it, but it usually affects people who are around 70 to 75 years old, and is rare in people under 50. Several treatments can help reduce the rate at which IPF gets... |
Ileostomy | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ileostomy/ | What it is
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Impetigo | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/impetigo/ | Check if you have impetigo
Impetigo starts with red sores or blisters, but the redness may be harder to see on brown and black skin. The sores or blisters quickly burst and often leave crusty, golden-brown patches. The patches can:look a bit like cornflakes stuck to your skinget bigger and spread to other parts of your... |
Impotence, see Erectile dysfunction (impotence) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/erection-problems-erectile-dysfunction/ | Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is very common, particularly in men over 40. It's usually nothing to worry about, but see a GP if it keeps happening.
What is erectile dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction is when you are either:unable to get an erectionunable to keep an erection for long enough to have sexDepending on th... |
Incontinence (urinary), see Urinary incontinence | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/urinary-incontinence/ | Urinary incontinence is the unintentional passing of urine. It's a common problem thought to affect millions of people. There are several types of urinary incontinence, including:stress incontinence – when urine leaks out at times when your bladder is under pressure; for example, when you cough or laughurge (urgency) i... |
Indigestion | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/indigestion/ | Most people have indigestion (dyspepsia) at some point. Usually, it's not a sign of anything more serious and you can treat it yourself.
Check if you have indigestion
Indigestion can be felt in different ways. You can have the following symptoms after eating or drinking:heartburn – a painful burning feeling in the che... |
Infected piercings | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/infected-piercings/ | An infected piercing can be serious if it's not treated quickly. Get immediate medical help if you think your piercing is infected.
Check if you have an infected piercing
What's normal for a new piercingFor the first few weeks a new piercing might:be tender, itchy, and the surrounding area may look slightly red on whi... |
Infertility | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/infertility/ | Infertility is when a couple cannot get pregnant (conceive) despite having regular unprotected sex. Around 1 in 7 couples may have difficulty conceiving. More than 8 out of 10 couples, where the woman is under 40, will conceive naturally within a year if they have regular unprotected sex (every 2 or 3 days). For couple... |
Inflammatory bowel disease | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/inflammatory-bowel-disease/ | Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term used to describe conditions that cause severe tummy pain and diarrhoea. IBD is long-term, but there are treatments that can help with the symptoms. The main types of IBD are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Information:
IBD is different to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS... |
Influenza, see Flu | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu/ | Flu will often get better on its own, but it can make some people seriously ill. It's important to get the flu vaccine if you're advised to.
Check if you have flu
Flu symptoms come on very quickly and can include:a sudden high temperaturean aching bodyfeeling tired or exhausteda dry cougha sore throata headachedifficu... |
Ingrown hairs | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ingrown-hairs/ | Ingrown hairs cause bumps, which are often itchy, where a hair has grown back into the skin. There are things you can do to treat and prevent them and in most cases you will not need to a see a GP for treatment.
Check if you have ingrown hair
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Ingrown toenail | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ingrown-toenail/ | An ingrown toenail is a common problem where the nail grows into the toe. It can be painful, but there are things you can do to ease the pain.
Check if you have an ingrown toenail
You usually get an ingrown toenail on your big toe. But you can get them on any toe.
Your toe may be red, painful and swollen.
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Inguinal hernia repair | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/inguinal-hernia-repair/ | A hernia happens when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall. Your muscles are usually strong and tight enough to keep your intestines and organs in place, but a hernia can develop if there are any weak spots.
What is an inguinal hernia?
An inguinal (pronounced ... |
Insect bites and stings | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/insect-bites-and-stings/ | Insect bites or stings are not usually serious and get better in a few days. But sometimes they can become infected or cause a serious allergic reaction. Bites from some insects can also cause illnesses, such as Lyme disease from ticks, scabies from mites, and malaria from mosquitoes in certain parts of the world.
Che... |
Insomnia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/insomnia/ | Check if you have insomnia
You have insomnia if you regularly:find it hard to go to sleepwake up several times during the nightlie awake at nightwake up early and cannot go back to sleepstill feel tired after waking upfind it hard to nap during the day even though you're tiredfeel tired and irritable during the dayfind... |
Intensive care | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/intensive-care/ | Intensive care units (ICUs) are specialist hospital wards that provide treatment and monitoring for people who are very ill. They're staffed with specially trained healthcare professionals and contain sophisticated monitoring equipment.
ICUs are also sometimes called critical care units (CCUs) or intensive therapy unit... |
Intersex, see Differences in sex development | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/differences-in-sex-development/ | Differences in sex development (DSD) is a group of rare conditions involving genes, hormones and reproductive organs, including genitals. It means a person's sex development is different to most other people's. Sometimes the term Disorders of Sex Development is used, as is Variations in Sex Characteristics (VSC) or Div... |
Interstitial cystitis, see Bladder pain syndrome (interstitial cystitis) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/interstitial-cystitis/ | Bladder pain syndrome is a poorly understood condition where you have pelvic pain and problems peeing. It's sometimes called interstitial cystitis (IC) or painful bladder syndrome (PBS). It's difficult to diagnose BPS (interstitial cystitis) as there is no single test that confirms the condition.
Symptoms of BPS (inte... |
Intracranial hypertension | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/intracranial-hypertension/ | Intracranial hypertension (IH) is a build-up of pressure around the brain. It can happen suddenly, for example, as the result of a severe head injury, stroke or ruptured brain aneurysm. It can be caused by a condition that affects your brain, such as a brain abscess, brain tumour, meningitis or encephalitis. IH can als... |
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/intrauterine-insemination-iui/ | Why intrauterine insemination (IUI) is done
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) can be used to help you get pregnant if:you need to use donor sperm to get pregnant – for example you're in a same-sex couple or singleyou cannot have vaginal sex to get pregnantOver half of women under 40 using IUI will get pregnant within 6 c... |
Iron deficiency anaemia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/iron-deficiency-anaemia/ | Check if you have iron deficiency anaemia
Symptoms of iron deficiency anaemia can include:tiredness and lack of energyshortness of breathnoticeable heartbeats (heart palpitations)paler than usual skinheadaches
Less common symptoms of iron deficiency anaemia
Less common symptoms of iron deficiency anaemia (that are no... |
Irregular periods | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irregular-periods/ | Irregular periods are not usually a sign of a problem. But speak to a GP if your periods are irregular or your normal pattern of periods changes.
Check if you have irregular periods
The average gap between periods starting (the menstrual cycle) is around 28 days. It can sometimes be a bit shorter or longer. A woman's ... |
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/ | Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the digestive system. It causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea and constipation. These tend to come and go over time, and can last for days, weeks or months at a time. It's usually a lifelong problem. It can be very frustrating to live... |
Irritable hip, see Hip pain in children (irritable hip) | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hip-pain-children-irritable-hip/ | Causes of hip pain in children
A condition called irritable hip is the most common cause of hip pain in children. This is where the hip joint becomes sore and inflamed. Irritable hip can be painful, but it's not usually serious and often gets better by itself. Other possible causes of hip pain in children include:an in... |
Isovaleric acidaemia | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/isovaleric-acidaemia/ | Isovaleric acidaemia (IVA) is a rare, but potentially serious, inherited condition. It means the body can't process the amino acid leucine (amino acids are "building blocks" of protein). This causes a harmful build-up of the substance in the blood and urine. Normally, our bodies break down protein foods like meat and f... |
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