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
肠易激综合征(IBS)
What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is when your gut is irritated. Around one in five Australian experience IBS at some time in their life. Symptoms of IBS include: Tummy pain Bloating Mucus in your poo Diarrhoea Constipation There isn't one cause of IBS. Each person...
炎症性肠病(IBD)
What is inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the name for two conditions. They are both caused by a problem with your immune system. Both conditions make the bowel inflamed. Ulcerative colitis: This only affects your large bowel (colon and/or rectum). Inflammation is only on the top...
痤疮
What is acne? Acne is a condition causing spots and painful bumps on the skin, also known as pimples. Acne can appear on the face, back and chest. It includes different kinds of spots, like blackheads (small, blocked pores) and whiteheads (small, hard bumps with a white centre). Acne can...
乳糜泻
What is it? Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disease. It happens when the immune system reacts badly to gluten. Gluten is found in wheat, rye, and barley. People with coeliac disease cannot eat anything with gluten in it. Eating gluten can cause long term gut issues. Coeliac disease is not the...
甲状腺机能亢进
What is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is due to an overactive thyroid. The thyroid is a gland in the neck. It makes hormones that help control some body processes. These include heart rate, body temperature, digestion, metabolism and weight. If you have been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, your GP will work with you...
妊娠糖尿病
What is gestational diabetes? Diabetes develops if the body can’t make enough insulin. Insulin helps the body to absorb sugar from the blood. Some women get a type of diabetes when they are pregnant. This is called gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes usually goes away after your baby is born. But,...
细支气管炎
What is bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis is a common type of viral chest infection. It usually happens in babies under 12 months old. It is when the smaller airways of the lungs become inflamed and narrowed by mucus. It causes flu like symptoms, like coughing, wheezing, and fever. It also makes it...
脾肿大
What is splenomegaly? The spleen is on the left side of the belly. It filters the blood and removes abnormal cells, such as old and damaged red blood cells. It also makes white blood cells and antibodies to help you fight infection. Splenomegaly is when the spleen is larger than...
耳部感染
What is an ear infection? Ear infection happens when fluid builds up behind the ear drum. This is the middle part of your ear. It often starts due to a simple cold. It is very common in children but can also affect adults. It can be very painful. If you...