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Overview Of A Slipped Disc A herniated disc or a prolapsed disc is often referred to as a slipped disc. This problem occurs when the disc that sits between the bones of the spine, is damaged and then begins to press on the nerves in the spine. This can cause back pain, along with neck […]

Introduction When a person receives a cut or graze, they are going to find that this is not immediately a danger to their health. These are usually minor and are able to be treated at home. All that is needed is to clean the wound thoroughly and then cover  with the right dressing. If there is

Introduction When blood pressure drops to a low level while battling an infection, a person is said to be in septic shock. The infection can be caused by any sort of bacteria, including viruses. Though viruses are rare with causing infections. At first, the infection is often associated with sepsis. This is when the person

Overview Of Reflux When a baby spits up during or after feeding, this is known as reflux. It is a bit different than vomiting, as the baby is not actively vomiting. They are simply spitting up what has been swallowed. It can be something that many parents worry about. However, this is normal and often

Introduction An abscess is classified as a bacterial infection that usually involves a collection of pus in one area. This can develop anywhere. However, we are going to focus on: Skin abscesses that develop under the skin Internal abscesses that develop in the body usually in an organ or the space between two organs The symptoms

Overview Of Toxic Shock Syndrome When the body is exposed to bacterial toxins, this can lead to an inflammatory response in the body. This is called toxic shock syndrome (TSS) and it can be fatal. The most common bacteria that causes this are staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes. For women who utilize tampons when menstruating, they

Overview Of Croup In most cases, when a child is diagnosed with having croup, they often had a cold first. This cold could have involved a slight temperature, cough, and runny nose. Then the child has a cough that is almost like a bark and they have trouble breathing. These symptoms can last for several

Overview Of Neck And Shoulder Pain There are seven bones in the neck, called the vertebrae that are stacked on top of each other, which supports the head. These bones are cushioned with cartilage and ligaments help to hold these together, while muscles help with more support and enable movement. The shoulder is a joint

Introduction One of the leading reasons for harm in young children throughout the UK are accidents that happen around the home. Most accidents are preventable with the proper care and attention to the home. There are around 2 million children each year under the age of 15 who end up at the emergency room with

Overview There are various causes that can lead to foot pain. However, great news is that you can treat is at home. If you do experience severe pain, a visit to the GP may be required. You may also experience pain in the heels, particularly in the morning. This could be a sign of plantar