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  • Trimethylaminuria ('fish odour syndrome')

    Read more about trimethylaminuria which is an uncommon genetic disorder that causes a strong body odour, usually described as like rotting fish, poo or rubbish.

  • Threadworms

    Read about threadworms (pinworms), which are tiny worms in your poo. They're common in children and spread easily. You can treat them without seeing a GP.

  • How to change your baby's nappy

    Your guide to changing a nappy, what to do with dirty nappies, baby poo and different types of nappy

  • Toxoplasmosis

    Read about toxoplasmosis, a parasite infection that can be dangerous, especially for pregnant women and people with a weakened immune system.

  • Toxocariasis

    Find out about toxocariasis, including how you get it, whether it’s serious, when to get medical help and how to reduce your risk of getting it.

  • Norovirus (vomiting bug)

    Read all about norovirus, including how it's spread, what the symptoms are, when to get medical advice and how to stop it spreading.

  • Hirschsprung's disease

    Hirschsprung's disease is a rare bowel condition that is mainly diagnosed in babies and young children. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

  • Hepatitis A

    Find out about hepatitis A, including what causes it, how it can be prevented, what the symptoms are, and how it is treated.

  • Cyclospora

    Find out about cyclospora, including how you get it, where it’s found and what the symptoms are.

  • Constipation

    Constipation is common and it affects people of all ages. You can usually treat it at home with simple changes to your diet and lifestyle.