Read about warts and verrucas, which are small lumps on the skin. Find out what causes warts and verrucas, how they’re treated and when to get medical help.
Category archives: Health
WATERING EYES
Find out about watering eyes, which can occur if too many tears are produced or they cannot drain away properly.
WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY
Weight loss surgery is sometimes used as a treatment for people who are very obese. It can lead to significant weight loss and help improve many obesity-related conditions, such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
WEST NILE VIRUS
Read about West Nile virus (WNV), a virus spread by mosquitoes that is found in many countries around the world.
WHAT TO DO IF SOMEONE HAS A SEIZURE (FIT)
Find out what you can do to help if you see someone having a seizure or fit.
WHIPLASH
Find out about whiplash, how it happens, what the symptoms are and how it can be treated.
WHOOPING COUGH
Find out about the symptoms of whooping cough, who’s at risk, when to get medical advice, and how it’s treated.
WISDOM TOOTH REMOVAL
The removal of wisdom teeth, or third molars, is one of the most common procedures carried out in the UK.
WOLFF-PARKINSON-WHITE SYNDROME
Read about Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome, a heart condition that can cause the heart to beat abnormally fast. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.
WOMB (UTERUS) CANCER
Cancer of the womb (uterus) is a common cancer of the female reproductive system that often causes abnormal vaginal bleeding.