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
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...
Oral nutrition supplements
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...
Nausea, Vomiting, and Hyperemesis in Pregnancy
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...
流鼻血（鼻出血）
What is epistaxis? Epistaxis is another name for nose bleeds. It is a common problem in both children and adults. Usually the bleeding comes from an area at the front of the nose called Little's area. Nose bleeds can happen because of nose picking, blowing hard, sneezing, coughing or straining....
Hay fever
What is Hay fever? Hay fever also known as allergic rhinitis is an allergic reaction that happens when your immune system responds allergens. It is very common and affects 1 in 5 adults in Australia. Symptoms include: watery, red itchy eyes sneezing nasal itch airway obstruction watery discharge snoring during...
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
What is postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (pots)? POTS is a complex condition that affects the autonomic nervous system involved in regulating your heart rate, breathing and digestion. When this system doesn’t work as it should, it can lead to a wide range of symptoms. This can make diagnosis hard when...
血色病
What is haemochromatosis? Haemochromatosis causes the body to absorb too much iron from food. The condition is genetic, which means it is passed from parent to child. Some people with haemochromatosis will develop problems, while others won’t. Haemochromatosis can lead to heart disease, diabetes and liver disease. However, treatment is...