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
痴呆症
What is dementia? Dementia causes a decline in brain function. It affects parts of the brain like memory, thinking, learning, language, swallowing and being able to go to the toilet. People with dementia may change the way they behave or react to things. There are a few forms of dementia....
Childhood dementia
What is childhood dementia? Childhood dementia is an umbrella term describing over 100 genetic disorders that damage the brain over time. Symptoms are similar to adult forms of dementia. Childhood dementia affects memory, behaviour, emotions and communication. There is no cure for childhood dementia. If you are worried your child...
Younger onset dementia
What is younger onset dementia? Younger onset dementia is when you are diagnosed with dementia and aged under 65 years old. It is sometimes called early onset dementia. Dementia is a bran condition that can affect your thinking. You can live an active and fulfilling life for many years after...
Lewy body dementias
What are lewy body dementias? Lewy body dementias is an umbrella term describing two forms of dementia: Parkinsons disease dementia Dementia with lewy bodies This type of dementia can change how you think, move and behave. It can also change how your body functions. There is no cure for these...
Frontotemporal dementia
What is frontotemporal dementia? Frontotemporal dementia is a brain condition which causes damage to the brain over time. This usually affects people aged between 45 and 65. These is no cure for this type of dementia but you can do things to manage your symptoms.
Vascular dementia
What is vascular dementia? Vascular dementia is a common type of dementia. It happens because of problems with blood supply to your brain. It can cause problems with your: Reasoning Planning Judgement Memory Thinking If you have diabetes, have lived with obesity, have high blood pressure or smoke you are...
Hepatitis A
What is hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is a viral infection of the liver. The infection is spread when faeces (poo) with the virus touches hands, objects, water or food. It can affect anyone. There is no treatment for hepatitis A. You can manage your symptoms by resting, drinking water and...
胃肠炎
What is gastroenteritis? Gastroenteritis (gastro) is a common condition which affects the gut. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain and sickness. It is caused by an infection and often begins without warning. It is not usually serious, but it can lead to dehydration. Gastro can usually be treated at home....
儿童阻塞性睡眠呼吸暂停
What is obstructive sleep apnoea in children? Obstructive sleep apnoea is when something partly or completely blocks the throat during sleep. This causes breathing to reduce or stop for a short time before starting again. This often happens with a gasp, snort or a jerk of the body. Children with...