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Stevens-Johnson syndrome – What are the signs and symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome?

[Original article on NHS Choices website] Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare but serious disorder that affects the skin, mucous membrane, genitals and eyes. The mucous membrane is the soft layer of tissue that lines the digestive system from the mouth to the anus, as well as the genital tract (reproductive organs) and eyeballs. Stevens-Johnson syndrome…Read more Stevens-Johnson syndrome – What are the signs and symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome?

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Is the Flu Vaccine Safe for People with MS?

Influenza, hepatitis B, varicella and tetanus vaccines reported safe for people with MS Many people with multiple sclerosis have concerns about the safety of routine vaccinations, such as the annual ‘flu shot.’ Most health officials say getting vaccinated before the flu season begins is the most effective way to prevent influenza. However, getting vaccinated later…Read more Is the Flu Vaccine Safe for People with MS?

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Joint pain – signs, symptoms and causes

Introduction [Original article on NHS Choices website] Joint pain is a very common problem with many possible causes – but it’s usually a result of injury or arthritis. In older people, joint pain that gets steadily worse is usually a sign of osteoarthritis. It may affect just one joint, or many. See your GP if you have persistent symptoms of osteoarthritis.…Read more Joint pain – signs, symptoms and causes

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Jaundice – what are the causes of Jaundice?

[Original article on NHS Choices website] Jaundice is caused by a build-up of a substance called bilirubin in the blood and tissues of the body. Any condition that disrupts the movement of bilirubin from the blood to the liver and out of the body can cause jaundice. Bilirubin Bilirubin is a waste product created when red…Read more Jaundice – what are the causes of Jaundice?

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Can tattoos give you cancer?

[Original article on NHS Choices website] “Tattoos could give you cancer, new research suggests,” is the entirely unsupported claim from the Mail Online. The news come from a study that found evidence particles from tattoo ink can spread into lymph nodes – but it hasn’t been proven that tattoo ink causes cancer. Researchers used samples…Read more Can tattoos give you cancer?