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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) - Causes
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is caused by the body’s immune system producing abnormal antibodies called antiphospholipid antibodies.
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Ankylosing spondylitis - Complications
Read about complications of ankylosing spondylitis (AS), which can affect many parts of your body.
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Androgen insensitivity syndrome - Causes
The genetic alteration that causes androgen insensitivity syndrome means the body cannot respond to testosterone properly.
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What is anal cancer?
Find out what anal cancer is, including which parts of the body are affected.
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Alcohol misuse - Risks
Alcohol is a powerful chemical that can have a wide range of adverse effects on almost every part of your body.
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Communicating with someone with dementia
Advice on how to encourage communication with people with dementia, including body language and physical contact, and active listening.
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X-ray
Read about how X-rays work, why they're used, what happens before, during and after an X-ray, and what the risks are.
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Vitamins and minerals
Find out about common vitamins and minerals, including what they do, how much you need, and how to ensure you get enough.
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Typhoid fever
Find out about typhoid fever, what causes it, how it's treated and what you can do to protect yourself if you're travelling to a high-risk area.
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Tics
Tics are unintentional, fast and repetitive muscle movements. Find out how long they last, when to get medical advice and how they can be treated.