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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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 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...
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 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 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...
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 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
Oral Thrush
Candida albicans is the main type of fungus responsible for the mouth infection commonly referred to as Oral thrush. The mouth is...
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,...
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...
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 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...
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...
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 Depression?
At times, we can all feel sad, unhappy, moody or low but this may not mean you suffer from depression. These emotional...
Oct 19, 2020
Eczema - What is it?
Eczema is a very common condition characterised by an irritation or inflammation of the skin.
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...
Oct 19, 2020
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
Recovery from the symptoms of COVID-19 will vary from one person to another.
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
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...
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...
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 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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 Norovirus?
Norovirus is a highly infectious and contagious disease that causes sufferers to experience gastroenteritis resulting in bouts of vomiting as well as...
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...
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 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,...
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...
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....