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  • Antihistamines

    Antihistamines are a type of medicine often used to treat allergies. Find out about the different types, who can take them and what side effects they can cause.

  • Antacids

    Find out about antacids, a type of medicine used to control the acid levels in the stomach.

  • Anabolic steroid misuse

    Read about anabolic steroids, which are prescription-only medicines that are sometimes taken without medical advice to increase muscle mass and improve athletic performance.

  • 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

  • Vitiligo - Treatment

    Read about the treatments for vitiligo, which include camouflage creams, topical corticosteroids, other types of topical medication and depigmentation.

  • Trigger finger - Treatment

    Read about the possible treatment options for trigger finger including anti-inflammatory medication, splinting, corticosteroid injections and, in severe cases, surgery.

  • Treatment for thyroid cancer

    Find out about the treatments for thyroid cancer, including surgery, hormone therapy, radioactive iodine treatment, targeted medicines and radiotherapy.

  • Thalassaemia - Treatment

    Read about treatments for thalassaemia, including blood transfusions, medicine to remove excess iron from the body, and stem cell transplants.

  • Treatment for a stroke

    Treating a stroke may include taking medicine or having surgery. After a stroke, treatment may include activities and therapy.

  • Practical tips if you care for someone - Social care and support guide

    Includes advice on challenging behaviour, moving and lifting people and medicines.