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A hiatal hernia is a protrusion of your stomach through the opening in your diaphragm, known as the hiatus, which then overlaps with your oesophagus. Stomach acid is then able to flow up through the oesophagus. This type of hernia makes it difficult and often painful to swallow, and as sufferers can develop an aversion to eating, they can become deficient in some nutrients if the condition is left untreated. Heartburn is a common symptom of a hiatal hernia, and the condition is also associated with oesophageal narrowing due to the delicate tissue of the oesophagus being repeatedly exposed to stomach acid, which can cause scar tissue to develop. Read More»
Motorcycles can be a great way to explore the great outdoors but can be very dangerous. When riders have an accident there can be a long recovery period and it’s often more comfortable to be able to carry out some of the recovery at home.
Here are some things to organise to allow your loved one to head home.
Buy or hire some assistive devices
Whilst recovering, the patient may need to have some extra help getting in and out of bed and navigating the bathroom. Read More»
If you find yourself laid low with a painful urinary tract infection (UTI) after business hours, it can be hard to know the best course of the action. UTIs are usually accompanied by painful burning when urinating and can cause other unpleasant symptoms including high fevers and pain in the kidneys. Here are some things you can do if you find yourself with a suspected UTI.
Keep drinking water
Even though you may not feel eager to go the toilet, it’s important to keep drinking so that you don’t place extra pressure on your already stressed urinary system. Read More»
Panic attacks can be caused by numerous factors and can be extremely stressful for anyone who has to go through them. The condition occurs when excess adrenaline is released into the bloodstream, sending a signal to the body that there is an emergency. The feelings of fear and anxiety that this induces will often mean that even more adrenaline is released, leading to a vicious and dangerous cycle characterised by extreme fear, a pacing heart, and the feeling that you’re not getting enough oxygen. Read More»
