Febrile seizures (febrile convulsions) are fits that can happen when a child has a fever. They most often happen between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.
Category archives: Health
FALLS
Anyone can have a fall, but older people are more vulnerable and likely to fall, especially if they have a long-term health condition.
FAINTING
Read about fainting (syncope), a sudden temporary loss of consciousness that usually results in a fall.
EARLY MENOPAUSE
Find out about early menopause, when a woman’s periods stop before the age of 45, and the treatment available
EARACHE
Earache and ear pain is common, particularly in young children. It’s not usually a sign of anything serious, but it can be painful.
EAR INFECTIONS
Find out about ear infections, which are very common, particularly in children. See a GP if the infection does not settle in a couple of days.
DECONGESTANTS
Decongestants are medicines that can provide short-term relief for a blocked or stuffy nose (nasal congestion). Find out about the different types and who can take them.
DANDRUFF
Find out what causes dandruff, what you can do to get rid of it and when to get medical advice.
DVT (DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS)
Read about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), including how to tell if you have a DVT and treatment. Also, what causes DVT and how to reduce your chances of getting it.
CANCER
Read about cancer, a condition where cells in a specific part of the body begin to reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue.