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  • Stomach ulcer - Causes

    Stomach ulcers are usually caused by H. pylori bacteria or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

  • Statins - Side effects

    Read about the side effects of statins. There are many different side effects, which vary depending on the specific type of statin. This page lists the main common, uncommon and rare side effects.

  • Polymyalgia rheumatica - Treatment

    Find out how polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is treated. The main treatment is a type of steroid called prednisolone.

  • Poisoning - Prevention

    Reduce the risk of poisoning by taking simple measures, such as making sure harmful substances are kept out of sight and out of reach of young children.

  • Osteopathy - Safety and regulation

    Osteopaths must be qualified and registered with the General Osteopathic Council. Osteopathy is generally regarded as safe but is not recommended for people with certain health conditions.

  • Mumps - Treatment

    Treatment for mumps is focused on relieving symptoms until your body's immune system fights off the infection. The infection usually passes within a week or two.

  • Menopause - Treatment

    Read about the main treatments for menopause and perimenopause symptoms, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

  • Laryngeal (larynx) cancer - Treatment

    Read about how laryngeal cancer is treated and what the main treatments involve.

  • Discoid eczema - Treatment

    Read about treating discoid eczema (nummular or discoid dermatitis) using medications to help ease the symptoms

  • What is dementia

    Find out about dementia, including the symptoms, how to get a diagnosis, and how common dementia is.