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GORD symptoms

The most common symptom of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is heartburn. Other symptoms include regurgitation. Find out about GORD symptoms.

Croup symptoms

Croup is a common inflammation usually caused by the same viruses as the common cold and the symptoms are very similar.

Symptoms of mental illness

If a person is affected by mental illness, they may display a severe change in their thoughts, mood or behaviour. Symptoms of mental illness can include anxiety, depression and anger.

Neuromuscular system

The neuromuscular system includes all the muscles in the body and the nerves serving them. Learn more about how it works and related diseases.

Itchy eyes

Itchy eyes are usually caused by an allergy or by dry eye syndrome. There are things you can do to treat and prevent itchy eyes. Read more on the causes here.

Milia

Milia are tiny, white lumps that can appear on the faces of newborn babies, young children and adults. learn more about different types and treatments.

Symptoms

Asthma symptoms

When asthma symptoms get significantly worse, this is known as an "asthma attack". Find out about asthma symptoms.

Symptoms of rubella

The symptoms of rubella take 2-3 weeks to develop after someone is infected with the virus. This time is called the incubation period. Read more about the symptoms of rubella in this article.