Search results for infectious diseases

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• Sickle cell disease - Diagnosis

  Read about testing for sickle cell disease, including screening during pregnancy, newborn screening and tests to find out if you're a carrier of the sickle cell trait.

• Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease - Diagnosis

  If you have early symptoms of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT), a GP may ask about your symptoms and may carry out a physical examination.

• Why a coronary artery bypass graft is done

  Find out why a coronary artery bypass graft might be recommended to treat coronary heart disease.

• Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease - Symptoms

  Read about the symptoms of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), including pain in your abdomen, side or lower back, blood in your urine and kidney stones.

• Leptospirosis (Weil's disease)

  Find out about leptospirosis infection, including what causes it, what the symptoms are, where to get help, how it's treated, and how to avoid getting it.

• About prednisolone tablets and liquid

  NHS medicines information on prednisolone tablets and liquid – what it's used for and key facts.

• Why a heart valve replacement is done

  Find out why a heart valve replacement might be recommended to treat different types of heart valve disease.

• Complications of type 2 diabetes

  Find out about possible complications of type 2 diabetes, such as heart disease and problems with your feet, eyes or nerves.

• Measles

  Find out about measles, a highly infectious viral illness that can be very unpleasant and sometimes lead to serious complications.

• Lichen planus

  Find out about lichen planus, a non-infectious, itchy rash that can affect many areas of the body.