Fluid retention
Fluid retention is when part of your body swells due to a build-up of trapped fluid. Find out more about the causes and treatment options available.
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Macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can lead to loss of vision, you can cut your risk by healthy lifestyle choices and having regular eye checks.
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Laser eye surgery
Do you wear glasses? Read about how you can correct your vision with laser surgery. The laser reshapes your cornea with a beam of light.
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Altitude sickness
Altitude sickness occurs if your body has not had time to adjust to low levels of oxygen in the air above 2,500 metres. Learn more about the symptoms and how to prevent it happening.
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Kidney failure
Kidney failure (renal failure) is when your kidneys no longer work properly. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments for kidney failure.
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Pleural effusion
A pleural effusion is an abnormal build-up of fluid in the space around the lungs. It can be caused by many things, most commonly heart failure, pneumonia and cancer.
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Thoracoscopy
A thoracoscopy is usually a safe and effective way of finding out if there is a problem in the space between your lungs and ribcage.
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Cirrhosis of the liver
Cirrhosis is permanent scarring of the liver caused by a range of liver diseases and conditions. Find out more about what it is, its symptoms and treatment options.
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Ebola virus
Ebola virus disease is a rare but often fatal illness. Find out more about Ebola transmission (spread), symptoms and treatment options.
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Diuretic medicines
Find out what diuretic medicine is used for, how it works, the most common diuretics and any side effects associated with taking it.
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