Oct 27, 2021
Genital Warts - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What are Genital Warts? Genital warts (also known as condyloma acuminta) are small lumps that develop around the genital region for both....
Oct 26, 2020
What is Ringworm?
Body Ringworm is a highly contagious fungal skin infection characterized by the formation of itchy rash-like circular patterns on the surface of...
May 03, 2022
Neck Pain - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Neck Pain? Neck pain is one of the most commonly reported physical problems to doctors. It describes any discomfort around...
May 03, 2022
Restless Leg Syndrome - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Restless Leg Syndrome? Restless Leg Syndrome (also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease) is a condition that causes the constant urge to...
Apr 15, 2022
Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Hay Fever? Hay fever (also known as allergic rhinitis) describes an inflammatory nose condition triggered by an allergic reaction. Allergies...
Mar 08, 2022
Piriformis Syndrome - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Piriformis Syndrome? Piriformis syndrome is comparable to sciatica. Similarly, people with this condition will commonly report pain, numbness and/or pins...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Varicella - Chickenpox?
Varicella or Chickenpox is a viral infection accompanied by a mild fever and characterised by the formation of pimple-like skin rashes that...
Jul 21, 2021
Kidney Stones - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are hardened rock-like structures that build up in the kidneys. They are by-products that accumulate from...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Bronchitis?
The medical condition generally referred to as ‘Bronchitis‘ occurs when a person is struck with a viral or bacterial infection that causes...
Jul 08, 2021
Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment What is Low Blood Pressure? Low blood pressure is medically known as...
Jul 15, 2021
Genital Herpes - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Genital Herpes – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment What is Genital Herpes? Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Asthma?
Influenza otherwise known as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory condition that is caused by influenza viruses. There are 2 main...
Jun 30, 2021
Bell's Palsy - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Bell’s Palsy – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment What is Bell’s Palsy? Bell’s Palsy is the most common diagnosis of facial nerve...
Jun 30, 2021
Tonsillitis - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is a condition where inflammation occurs in the tonsils. These are two flaps of soft tissue located at...
Jul 01, 2021
Ulcerative Colitis - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Ulcerative Colitis – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment What is Ulcerative Colitis? Ulcerative Colitis is a chronic disease of the bowel. As...
Jul 15, 2021
Hives (Urticaria) - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Urticaria (Hives) – Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment What are Hives (Urticaria)? Urticaria is a skin condition that occurs in the form...
Jun 30, 2021
What is Pancreatitis? - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Pancreatitis? Pancreatitis is a condition where the pancreas has become inflamed. This disrupts the pancreas’s function for digestion and controlling...
Mar 05, 2022
Sinusitis - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Sinusitis? Sinusitis is a condition caused by sinus inflammation. Another term is rhinosinusitis because most conditions will also be accompanied...
Jun 30, 2021
What is Emphysema? - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What Is Emphysema? Emphysema is a progressive and chronic lung condition that leads to difficulty breathing, coughing and other symptoms. In particular,...
Mar 02, 2022
Stomach Ulcers - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What are Stomach Ulcers? Stomach ulcers (also known as gastric ulcers) are a type of peptic ulcer disease. Ulcers are slow healing...
Jun 30, 2021
Scabies - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What Is Scabies? Human scabies is a skin condition caused by infestations of mites. Once diagnosed, the patient will experience itchiness and...
Feb 01, 2022
Hamstring Strain - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is a Hamstring Strain? Hamstring strains are one of the most common sports injuries globally. According to the official 2020 injury...
Nov 24, 2020
What is Influenza?
Influenza otherwise known as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory condition that is caused by influenza viruses. There are 2 main...
Nov 24, 2020
What is a Panic Attack?
A Panic Attack is a period of sudden extreme anxiety or fear together with physical sensations. They can occur unexpectedly and usually...
Sep 19, 2020
Food Poisoning
Food poisoning is caused by the ingestion of any food or drink which is contaminated with certain types of viruses, bacteria, parasites...
Oct 28, 2021
Sciatica - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a common nerve condition that can occur in up to 40% of people throughout their lifetime [1]....
Jan 30, 2022
Deep Vein Thrombosis - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is when a blood clot(s) begin to form in the deep veins....
Sep 02, 2021
Chilblains - Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
What are Chilblains? Chilblains or perniosis is an uncommon inflammatory skin condition that mainly occurs during colder temperatures. Patients will experience red,...
Oct 20, 2020
Heat Rash
Heat rash which is also known as prickly heat or miliaria is a medical condition characterised by a painless, but itchy skin...
Nov 24, 2020
ADHD in children
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD can be described as a brain development disorder that is more prevalent in male children than...
Oct 27, 2020
What is Acne?
Acne is a skin condition that affects both males and females. While acne normally starts when a person reaches
Feb 11, 2021
What is Intertrigo? Symptoms & Causes
Intertrigo is a skin condition characterised by a rash located in flexures. This means intertrigo rash can be seen: Around the folds...
Oct 21, 2021
Rotator Cuff Injury - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is a Rotator Cuff Injury? Rotator cuff conditions are one of the most common shoulder injuries that GPs see [1]. The...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Cellulitis?
Cellulitis is quite a common skin infection in Australia. This skin condition is caused by a bacterial infection, predominantly by group A...
Oct 26, 2020
Laryngitis
Laryngitis is a medical condition characterised by the inflammation or swelling of your larynx or voice box as well as your vocal...
Oct 27, 2020
What is Ingrown hair?
Ingrown hair is an uncomfortable and somewhat embarrassing skin condition that is caused by hair or hairs that had previously been cut,...
Oct 21, 2021
Gallstones - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What are Gallstones? Gallstones (also known as gallbladder stones or cholelithiasis) are hardened rock-like structures that build up from the digestive fluids...
Oct 27, 2020
Oral Thrush
Candida albicans is the main type of fungus responsible for the mouth infection commonly referred to as Oral thrush. The mouth is...
Sep 20, 2020
Constipation
Constipation is one of the commonest medical complaints in Australia and occurs in adults and children. Almost everyone gets constipated at some...
Oct 27, 2020
What is a Urinary Tract Infection
A urinary tract infection, sometimes referred to as a UTI, is an infection of any part of the urinary system,
Sep 27, 2021
Diarrhoea - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Diarrhoea? Diarrhoea is an illness that is characterised by frequent, runny and loose stools. Those with diarrhoea will experience three...
Oct 27, 2020
What is Tinea?
Tinea also known as “Ringworm” is quite a common infection of the skin, hair or nails caused by a variety of fungi...
Oct 26, 2020
What is Hay Fever?
Hay Fever or otherwise called “Allergic Rhinitis”, is a natural allergic response by your immune system when you are exposed to an...
Sep 26, 2021
Concussion - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is a concussion? A concussion is a brain injury that occurs after head trauma or impact (e.g. blunt forces, direct contact,...
Oct 19, 2020
Eczema - What is it?
Eczema is a very common condition characterised by an irritation or inflammation of the skin.
Feb 10, 2021
What are Digestive Problems?
Digestive problems are essentially any medical condition that can hamper the smooth functioning of the digestive system. The digestion process begins at...
Nov 24, 2020
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental health conditions in Australia affecting 1 in 4 Australians at some stage in...
Oct 19, 2020
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
Recovery from the symptoms of COVID-19 will vary from one person to another.
Sep 17, 2021
Vaginal Thrush - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Vaginal Thrush? Vaginal thrush, also known as a vaginal yeast infection or candidal vulvovaginitis, is a common fungal infection in...
Oct 04, 2021
What is an MRI Scan? An Essential Patient Guide
What is an MRI Scan? MRI scans are imaging investigations that GPs refer to help diagnose certain medical conditions and problems. During...
Sep 16, 2021
Hemorrhoids (Haemorrhoids) - Treatment, Symptoms and Diagnosis
What are Hemorrhoids (Haemorrhoids)? Hemorrhoids (haemorrhoids), also known as piles, are lumps or swollen veins that occur in the anal passage. While...
Sep 18, 2021
Tennis Elbow - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow (also known as lateral epicondylitis or elbow tendonitis) is the most common elbow injury in Australia...
Nov 24, 2020
What are Eating Disorders?
An Eating disorders is a severe mental health condition where a person has an unhealthy obsession with food
Nov 24, 2020
What is Depression?
At times, we can all feel sad, unhappy, moody or low but this may not mean you suffer from depression. These emotional...
Feb 11, 2021
What are Headaches and Migraines?
A headache can be described as an aching feeling or pain, which can be felt in virtually any part of your head....
Sep 17, 2021
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition where the nerves in the hand become compressed as it travels...
Sep 16, 2021
Type 2 Diabetes - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What Is Type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 diabetes or diabetes Mellitus Type 2 (T2DM) is a chronic condition that causes higher than...
Feb 11, 2021
What Causes Halitosis - Bad Breath?
Have you ever wondered why some people tend to have bad breath even though they seem to observe good oral hygiene? In...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Hair Loss? Symptoms & Treatments
Hair Growth Before getting into what hair loss is, it is important to understand how your hair grows. Typically, your scalp consists...
Aug 24, 2021
What is Colonoscopy? Examination of the Colon
What is a Colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is performed to examine the colon (also known as the large intestine or bowel) and the...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Insomnia?
It is estimated that about one-third of all Australians experience the sleeping problem known as insomnia. Insomnia is a sleeping problem characterised...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Norovirus?
Norovirus is a highly infectious and contagious disease that causes sufferers to experience gastroenteritis resulting in bouts of vomiting as well as...
Feb 11, 2021
What is Melanoma?
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that forms in the melanocytes or the pigment cells of the skin. It is the...
Sep 02, 2021
Vasectomy Procedure and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a Vasectomy? A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that is typically performed on men as a form of permanent contraception....
Aug 20, 2021
What is a CT Scan? An Essential Patient Guide
What is a CT scan? A CT scan (also known as a CAT scan) is short for computed tomography. They are performed...