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
冠状病毒病 （COVID-19）
What is COVID-19? COVID-19 is a type of virus. It was first detected in 2019. It is infectious and can spread through saliva droplets when an infected person sneezes, coughs, speaks or breathes. or coughs. For many people, COVID–19 only causes mild symptoms. The most common symptoms include fever, cough,...
掌腱膜挛缩症
What is dupuytren’s contracture? Dupuytren’s Contracture happens when the skin under your hand slowly thickens and gets tight. This can force the fingers to bend towards the palm, like a claw. It can affect any finger but mostly affects the ring finger, then the little finger and then the middle...
中暑
What is heatstroke? Heatstroke happens when your body gets too hot. It is more common in summer due to the hot and humid weather. It is the most harmful heat-related illness. If left untreated, heatstroke can damage your brain, heart, kidneys and muscles. Anyone can get heatstroke but older people,...
Diabetes and driving
What is driving with diabetes? Patients with diabetes may be taking medication which increases the risk of high blood sugar while driving. This may affect your ability to drive. Your GP will talk to you about how to manage your diabetes and drive safely.
尿道炎
What is urethritis? Urethritis is an inflammation of the urethra (the tube which takes urine from the bladder to outside your body). Most of the time, it is because of a sexually transmitted infection. Anyone can get urethritis. Talk to your GP about treatment options.
视力丧失
What is vision loss? Vision loss means a person cannot see things like they used to, or they cannot see things at all. Vision loss can happen with or without pain. Vision loss can happen suddenly or over time. If you have vision loss, you may need to change the...
带状疱疹
What is shingles? Shingles is an infection. It is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles is most common in people over 50 years. You can't get shingles if you haven't had chickenpox.
食物过敏和不耐受
What is a food allergy or food intolerance? A food allergy is when the immune system responds to an allergen (an ingredient that is usually harmless) in food. This triggers a reaction, which can range from mild to severe. A mild allergic reaction can cause hives, swelling, itching, redness, discomfort or...
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....