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  • Spina bifida

    Read about spina bifida, which is a condition where an unborn baby's spine and spinal cord does not develop properly.

  • Sciatica

    Read about sciatica, which is pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve. Find out about the symptoms, what you can do to ease the pain, and when to get medical help.

  • Lumbar puncture

    Find out about lumbar punctures, including why they’re done, what happens during the procedure, side effects, how to help your recovery, and possible complications.

  • Cold sores

    Find out about cold sores, including what the symptoms are, when to get medical help and how to treat them.

  • Bursitis

    NHS information about bursitis, including symptoms, when to get help, treatments and prevention.

  • Stillbirth - Preventing stillbirth

    Read about what you can do to help prevent stillbirth, including not smoking, avoiding alcohol and drugs during pregnancy and attending all of your antenatal appointments.

  • Reactive arthritis - Treatment

    There's currently no cure for reactive arthritis, but the condition is usually temporary and treatment can help to relieve your symptoms.

  • Hysterectomy - Recovery

    After having a hysterectomy, you may wake up feeling tired and in some pain. This is normal after this type of surgery and you will be given painkillers to help reduce any pain.

  • Nappy rash

    Find out what causes nappy rash and how you can treat it yourself and prevent it from coming back.

  • Vertigo

    Vertigo is a symptom, rather than a condition in itself. It's the feeling that you, or the environment around you, is moving or spinning.