Search results for fat
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Subarachnoid haemorrhage
A subarachnoid haemorrhage is an uncommon type of stroke caused by bleeding on the surface of the brain. It's a very serious condition and can be fatal.
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Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
Read about peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a common condition in which a build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries restricts blood supply to leg muscles.
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MCADD
MCADD is a rare genetic condition where a person has problems breaking down fat for energy. Read about the symptoms, causes and outlook.
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Lipoma
Find out about lipomas, which are soft, fatty lumps that grow under your skin. They're harmless and do not usually need any treatment.
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Lipoedema
Find out about lipoedema, an abnormal build-up of fat in your legs and sometimes arms, including what the symptoms are, when to get medical help and what treatments are available.
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Endocarditis
Endocarditis is a rare and potentially fatal type of heart infection. It's specifically an infection of the inner lining of the heart (the endocardium).
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Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a potentially fatal contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat, and sometimes the skin. It is very rare in England.
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Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) - Symptoms
Read about the symptoms of an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), including tiredness, weight gain, depression and increased sensitivity to cold.
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Type 2 diabetes - Symptoms
Read about the symptoms of diabetes, including feeling very thirsty, peeing more than usual and feeling tired all the time.
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Side effects of radiotherapy
Read about the main side effects of radiotherapy, including sore skin, tiredness and temporary hair loss, and how to manage them.