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Polymyalgia rheumatica - Diagnosis
Find out how polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is diagnosed. A series of blood tests may be used to check the levels of inflammation in your body.
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Paget's disease of bone - Diagnosis
Find about the main tests used to diagnose Paget's disease of bone, including blood tests, X-rays and scans.
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Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) - Diagnosis
Find out how an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) is diagnosed. A thyroid function blood test is the main method. Other blood tests and a scan may also be needed.
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Ovarian cancer - Tests and next steps
Find out about the different tests for ovarian cancer. These can include blood tests, scans and removing a small sample of cells for testing (biopsy).
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What is myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)?
Find out about myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a rare type of blood cancer.
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Myasthenia gravis - Diagnosis
Read about the tests you may have to help diagnose myasthenia gravis, including blood tests, nerve tests and CT or MRI scans.
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Miscarriage - Symptoms
The most common sign of miscarriage is vaginal bleeding.
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Miscarriage - Diagnosis
If you see your GP or midwife because of vaginal bleeding or other symptoms of miscarriage, you may be referred to an early pregnancy unit for tests.
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Marfan syndrome - Symptoms
Find out about the possible symptoms of Marfan syndrome, which can affect the skeleton, eyes, and heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular system).
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Venous leg ulcer - Causes
A venous leg ulcer can develop after a minor injury if there is a problem with the circulation of blood in your leg veins. This happens when the pressure inside the veins increases.