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  • Ovarian cyst

    Read about an ovarian cyst, a fluid-filled sac that develops on a woman's ovary. They're very common and do not usually cause any symptoms

  • Swollen ankles, feet and legs (oedema)

    Find out about swelling in the ankles, feet and legs (oedema), including what it looks like, common causes and what to do about it.

  • Lymphoedema

    Read about lymphoedema, a long-term condition that causes swelling in the body's tissues. It usually develops in the arms or legs.

  • Legionnaires' disease

    Find out more about Legionnaires' disease, an uncommon but serious lung infection you can get from inhaling droplets of water containing bacteria that cause the infection.

  • Jellyfish and other sea creature stings

    Find out what to do after a sea creature sting. You can usually use first aid, but call 999 for an ambulance if there are serious symptoms like severe swelling.

  • Hydrocephalus

    Find out about hydrocephalus (fluid in the brain), including information about symptoms, causes, types, diagnosis, treatment and complications.

  • Ganglion cyst

    A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled swelling that develops near a joint or tendon. The cyst can range from the size of a pea to the size of a golf ball.

  • Erythrocytosis

    Read about the symptoms and treatment of a blood disorder called erythrocytosis (sometimes called polycythaemia), which means having a high concentration of red blood cells in your blood.

  • Dystonia

    Dystonia is the name for uncontrolled and sometimes painful muscle movements (spasms). Find out about the main symptoms, types and treatments.

  • Dehydration

    Dehydration is when your body loses more fluid than you take in. Find out what the symptoms of dehydration are, how to prevent it and when to get medical help.