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  • Scurvy

    Read about scurvy, a vitamin C deficiency caused by not eating foods (fruit and vegetables) rich in vitamin C over a long period of time.

  • Rickets and osteomalacia - Treatment

    As most cases of rickets are caused by a vitamin D and calcium deficiency, it's usually treated by increasing a child's intake of vitamin D and calcium.

  • Restless legs syndrome - Causes

    Read about the possible causes of restless legs syndrome (RLS), including genes, problems with dopamine, and other underlying health conditions, such as iron deficiency anaemia.

  • Sickle cell disease

    Find out about sickle cell disease, a serious inherited blood disorder where the red blood cells develop abnormally. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

  • Multiple myeloma - Symptoms

    Find out more about the symptoms of multiple myeloma.

  • Chemotherapy - Side effects

    Find out about common side effects of chemotherapy, including what can be done to reduce or prevent them.

  • Sickle cell disease - Treatment

    Read about the main treatments for sickle cell disease, including medications to prevent pain, blood transfusions and stem cell transplants.

  • Gastrectomy - Complications

    As with any type of surgery, a gastrectomy carries a risk of complications. Problems can also occur because of changes in the way you digest food.

  • Diabetes insipidus - Treatment

    Treatments for diabetes insipidus aim to reduce the amount of urine your body produces.

  • Diabetes insipidus - Causes

    Diabetes insipidus is caused by problems with a chemical called arginine vasopressin (AVP), which is also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH).