Your need-to-know guide to bacterial vaginosis, including symptoms, causes and treatment options.

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Bacterial vaginosis: what is it and how do you deal with it?

If your child struggles to sleep it can be hard to know what’s normal and what’s not – and it can affect family life. Solving your child’s sleep problems are as much about helping your own sleep, too. 

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Want to remove body or facial hair? Learn the pros and cons of each option, from plucking and trimming to hair removal creams, epilating and waxing.

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Thyroid disease is when your thyroid gland stops working properly. Learn about the symptoms of thyroid problems, and how to deal with them.

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Learn about the symptoms of ingrown hairs, what causes them, and how to get rid of them and stop them coming back.


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Hirsutism means excessive hair growth in women. Learn what causes it, and find out about your hirsutism treatment options.

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Ease your hay fever symptoms with our guide, including medical treatment and self-help tips whether you’re indoors or out and about.


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Feeling nervous, worried or anxious about your smear test? These 16 tips can help make your next cervical screening more comfortable.

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Female genital mutilation (FGM) causes serious health issues for girls and women. Learn the facts, and how to get help if you need it. 


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Could an antihistamine help your allergy? There are many types, from tablets to nasal sprays, so which is right for you? We look at what’s available and how to take them to help you feel better.

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Antihistamines: which one is right for you?

Hair and skin conditions are those that affect the hair and skin. They include acne, eczema, fungal nail infections and alopecia. 


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Woman Applying Healing Moisturising Cream On Hand Skin (credit - Prostock-Studio)

skin-rash

A skin rash is an area of irritated or swollen skin. It can be caused by many things, including infections and an allergic reaction. Most skin rashes can be treated by avoiding contact with whatever caused it or with medication.

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Atopic hand dermatitis. Eczema on the fingers. 

eczema

Eczema is a group of skin conditions that can make the skin dry and irritated. There are many types, including atopic, discoid and contact eczema. The symptoms of eczema can usually be managed by using moisturisers, steroid creams and avoiding contact with things that trigger the symptoms.

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abscess

An abscess is a pus-filled swelling or lump. Abscesses are often caused by a bacterial infection, and can appear under the skin (skin abscess) or inside the body (internal abscess). 


Acne

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acne

Acne is a skin condition that affects many people, and is especially common in puberty. It causes spots and oily skin on the face, chest, back and/or other parts of the body. Acne usually can't be cured, but it can often get better with treatment.

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Many animals bite, including rats, cats, dogs and snakes. If a bite breaks the skin, it can become infected and will need medical treatment to stop the infection from getting worse. 

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blisters

A blister is a fluid-filled bubble that develops under the skin when that area of the skin has been injured. The blister protects the damaged skin and helps it heal. They're often caused by friction, burns or skin reactions, such as allergies.


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boils

A boil is a hard, red lump or bump on the skin that’s filled with pus. They usually form when hair follicles become infected, usually by bacteria.


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burns

A burn is an injury to the skin. It's commonly caused by heat, but can also be caused by cold, chemicals, electricty or radiation. 


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cuts-bruises

A cut is a tear or break in the skin. It may be shallow or more deep. Bruises develop when small blood vessels (capillaries) split under the skin. Cuts and bruises are typically caused by injury to the skin. 


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Doctor Diagnosis of the Sebaceous on Woman's Back

cysts

A cyst is a fluid-filled sac that can form under the skin or inside the body. Most cysts are harmless and don't need treatment. 


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dandruff

Dandruff is a skin condition that causes the scalp to shed bits of skin. You may see these pieces (or flakes) of skin in your hair. Dandruff is common and can be treated at home with special shampoo. 


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gangrene

Gangrene occurs when a lack of blood flow to a part of the body causes tissue there to die. This may happen because of injury, infection or due to a condition like Raynaud's phenomenon that affects blood flow to parts of your body. It’s important to treat gangrene quickly. 

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hair-loss

Hair loss is common and caused by many things. Some types, like male-pattern baldness, are permanent, but others are temporary and caused by factors, such as stress, low levels of iron, weight loss or certain cancer treatments. 


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insect-bites

Insect bites often cause an itchy, red lump to form on the skin. Most insect bites clear within a few days. Insects that commonly bite humans insects include mosquitoes, gnats, ants, bedbugs and fleas.

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psoriasis

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scars

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Young women applying moisturiser to her face (credit - kate_sept2004)

skin-care

Skin care involves looking after your skin by keeping it clean and well moisturised. It also include managing any skin conditions you have, such as acne or eczema. 

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Woman scratching a red patch of skin on her hand (credit - ipopba)

skin-infections

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Close up of woman's face with freckles and pigmentation (credit - Alona Siniehina)

skin-pigmentation

Your skin's pigment is its colour. Some medical conditions, like vitiligo or melasma, can make areas of your skin lighter or darker than normal. Sometimes this change is short-lived and goes away with treatment, while other skin pigmentation conditions are life-long and can be managed but not cured. 

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skin-ulcers

A skin ulcer is an open sore on the surface of your skin. It often happens when your skin can't heal itself normally. Many types of skin ulcer exist and the treatment needed depends on the cause. 


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Woman applying sun cream on her arm with a spray at the beach on a sunny day (credit - JosuOzkaritz)

sun-safety

Healthy living means having a lifestyle that looks after your physical and mental wellbeing. This includes eating a balanced diet, not smoking, getting regular exercise and not drinking too much alcohol. 


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healthy-living

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swelling

Swelling is where parts of your body grow bigger than normal. It’s caused by many things, including insect bites, injury or illness. Swelling usually gets better if you treat the cause.

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tongue-pain

Digestive disorders affect the gullet, stomach and gut, which are responsible for breaking down the food you eat into nutrients your body absorbs. Common digestive disorders include constipation, diarrhoea and heartburn. 


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Hair and skin

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