Health Conditions
There are a number of health conditions. They can be physical or mental. Early detection and management of your health concern is important. There are lots of ways you can stay healthy and prevent disease.
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On this page you can find the information you need about your health condition and the right support for you in South Western Sydney. There are many easy to understand factsheets available.
Factsheets about health conditions
Tổn thương thận cấp
What is acute kidney injury? Acute kidney injury is a form of kidney damage that occurs quickly, over a few hours to a few days. It affects kidney function, making it hard for the kidneys to filter waste from the blood. Common signs include swelling, going to the toilet less...
Virus Zika
What is zika virus? Zika is a virus that spreads through infected mosquito bites. It can also be sexually transmitted. In most cases, Zika is mild. But it can be dangerous for pregnant women. A pregnant woman with Zika can pass the virus to her baby which may cause birth...
Bệnh dại và lyssavirus ở dơi
What is rabies and bat lyssavirus? Rabies and Australian bat lyssavirus are viruses that spread through bites or scratches from infected animals. These viruses cause a disease called rabies. Rabies affects the central nervous system and is fatal. It causes paralysis, delirium, convulsions and death. The rabies virus does not...
Hội chứng ống cổ tay
What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by a pinched nerve in your wrist. The pinched nerve causes a numb, tingling feeling in your hand and arm. If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, your hand may also feel weak and clumsy. Hand pain and arm pain are...
Hạ đường huyết
What is hypoglycaemia? Hypoglycaemia is low blood sugar and it’s one of the most common problems related to diabetes. Taking too much medication, not eating enough or exercising a lot might cause low blood sugar in people with diabetes. If untreated, low blood sugar can cause serious health risks. Some...
Chảy máu hoặc bầm tím bất thường
What is abnormal bleeding or bruising? It’s normal to bruise or bleed after an injury. Abnormal bleeding or bruising is when you bruise too easily or bleed a lot after minor cuts. Sometimes you might bleed spontaneously (without an injury or known cause). You may get nose bleeds, have heavy...
Bệnh vảy nến
What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a type of skin condition causing red, scaly patches and flaking. It often affects the scalp, elbows, and knees but can appear anywhere. It is not usually itchy. Psoriasis can also affect your nails and joints. When psoriasis affects joints, it can cause swelling and...
Bệnh suy tim
What is heart failure? Heart failure is when your heart can’t pump enough blood to the rest of your body. The most common causes of heart failure are heart disease, heart attack and high blood pressure. There is no ‘cure’ for heart failure. A healthy lifestyle, education and support can...
Protein Niệu
What is proteinuria? Proteinuria is the medical name for protein in the urine. There is usually a small amount of protein in the urine but too much means there may be damage, or disease, in your kidneys. Proteinuria is often caused by another condition, such as diabetes or hypertension. It...