健康状况
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
便秘
What is constipation? Constipation is when you find it hard to empty your bowel (have a bowel movement). It will often be diagnosed when you have fewer than 2 bowel movements in a week. For adults, it is often due to not moving enough, not drinking enough water, and not...
Urinary Incontinence
What is Urinary Incontinence? Urinary incontinence is the involuntary or accidental leakage of urine. This affects 30% to 50% of women and up to 30% of men. Pregnancy, childbirth, are common causes for women and enlarged prostates for men. For both men and women, incontinence becomes more common with age....
肾脏感染（肾盂肾炎）
What is a kidney infection (pyelonephritis)? Kidney infections happen when bacteria enters your body via the urethra (the tube you pass urine through). The bacteria then travels into your bladder and up to your kidneys. Usually, kidney infections can be easily treated with a course of antibiotics and you will...
低血糖
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...
呼吸急促（呼吸困难）
What is breathlessness? Breathlessness is shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing. It can happen for a number of reasons, including: Lung conditions such as asthma or COPD Heart conditions Obesity Anxiety Other conditions such as anaemia, kidney problems or thyroid conditions Managing your breathlessness depends on what is causing it....
Cirrhosis
What is Cirrhosis? Cirrhosis is a serious liver disease that happens when the liver becomes damaged over a long time. The damage causes scar tissue to form, making it harder for the liver to do its job. Drinking a lot of alcohol over many years is a common cause, but...
口服营养补充品
What are Oral Nutrition Supplements? Oral nutrition supplements (ONS) are foods and drinks that provide extra nutrition to help prevent or treat malnutrition. They contain energy (calories), protein, vitamins, and minerals for people who cannot get enough nutrition from their usual diet. They come in many forms, which include milkshake style...
孕期恶心、呕吐和剧吐
What is Nausea, Vomiting, and Hyperemesis in Pregnancy? Around 72% of women have symptoms such as nausea with or without vomiting during pregnancy. Its more common to start in the first trimester and varies from mild to moderate. Moderate symptoms impact quality of life and daily life, greatly. Typically...