Symptom checker
Our Symptom checker provides clinical advice on what to do next based on your symptoms.
Confusion
Confusion can be temporary, but sometimes it’s a permanent state caused by a medical condition. Here are things you can do to help ease symptoms.
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Disorientation
Disorientation is what you experience when you are confused about the time, where you are or even who you are. It is often a symptom of dementia.
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Creating a calming, helpful home for people with dementia
A soothing, calming atmosphere is helpful for everybody. For a person with dementia, it can help minimise their confusion and help them to concentrate and rest.
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The public and private hospital systems
Choosing between a private and a public hospital can be confusing. Find out how your choices for treatment and care can differ.
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Australia’s healthcare system
The Australian healthcare system can sometimes seem confusing. Learn more about the types of services available, and how you can access them.
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Coping with family break-up, separation or divorce
Dealing with a family break-up, separation or divorce can leave you feeling hurt, angry or confused. Get tips on how to cope with a break-up.
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Diabetic ketoacidosis
Information about diabetic ketoacidosis, a condition caused when you have a high blood sugar level, and not enough insulin in your body to break it down to use for energy .
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Cognitive impairment
Cognitive impairment can cause problems with your thinking, communication, understanding or memory. Find out more about cognitive impairment here.
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Jaundice in adults
Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes. It can affect newborns; however, this information is about jaundice in adults, its associated symptoms, underlying causes and treatment options.
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Concussion
Concussion is a short-term loss of brain function following a head injury. Learn more about the causes, signs and symptoms of concussion.
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