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  • Female genital mutilation (FGM)

    Find out what female genital mutilation (FGM) is, why and where it's carried out, what the health risks are, and where to get help and advice.

  • Acupuncture

    Read about acupuncture, a treatment derived from ancient Chinese medicine in which fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body to relieve or prevent health problems

  • Achalasia

    Read about achalasia, a disorder of the gullet (oesophagus) where it loses the ability to move food along. The valve at the end of the gullet also fails to open.

  • Ulcerative colitis - Diagnosis

    A GP will first ask you about your symptoms, your general health and your medical history.

  • Thalassaemia - Thalassaemia carriers

    Read about how to find out if you're a carrier of thalassaemia and what it means for your health and any children you have.

  • Sickle cell disease - Carriers

    Read about how to find out if you're a carrier of sickle cell and what it means for your health and any children you may have.

  • Rickets and osteomalacia - Causes

    Rickets usually occurs because of a lack of vitamin D or calcium, although it can also be caused by a genetic defect or another health condition.

  • 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.

  • Pelvic inflammatory disease - Treatment

    If it's diagnosed early, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can be treated easily and effectively with antibiotics prescribed by a GP or doctor in a sexual health clinic.

  • Osteopathy - How it's performed

    During your first osteopathy session, the osteopath will ask about your symptoms, general health and any other medicine or medical care you're receiving before carrying out a physical examination.