Read about Kaposi’s sarcoma, a rare type of cancer caused by the human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8) virus. It affects the skin, mouth and sometimes the internal organs.
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JET LAG
Find out what causes jet lag and what you can do to reduce its effects. Get plenty of rest before you travel and try adjusting your sleep routine to the time zone of the place you’re travelling to.
JELLYFISH AND OTHER SEA CREATURE STINGS
Find out what to do after a sea creature sting. You can usually use first aid, but call 999 for an ambulance if there are serious symptoms like severe swelling.
JAUNDICE
Find out about jaundice, where the skin and the whites of the eyes turn yellow. It’s caused by a build-up of a substance called bilirubin.
IMPETIGO
Find out about impetigo, a skin infection that’s very contagious but not usually serious. Read about the symptoms and when to get medical help, plus how it can be treated and prevented.
ICHTHYOSIS
Find out about ichthyosis, a condition that causes widespread and persistent thick, dry, \”fish-scale\” skin.
IBUPROFEN
Read about ibuprofen, a painkiller available over the counter without a prescription.
HAIR LOSS
Hair loss can have many causes. Alopecia is the general medical term for hair loss. Find out when to see a GP and what treatments are available.
HAIR DYE REACTIONS
Reactions to hair dye are avoidable if you follow some simple safety advice. This page offers advice to anyone who uses permanent or semi-permanent hair dye, especially the darker-coloured dyes.
HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE TYPE B (HIB)
Find out about haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), a bacterium that can cause a number of serious illnesses, particularly in young children.