If you have hay fever, insect stings or animal allergies and nothing works to control your severe symptoms, immunotherapy could help. Find out how it works and whether it’s right for you. 

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Immunotherapy for allergies: could it work for you?

You don’t have to put up with hay fever symptoms while you’re pregnant: our guide helps you find the best medication and natural remedies to suit you.

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Hay fever in pregnancy: which treatments are safe?

Thyroid cancer is rare and usually very treatable. Here are the key thyroid cancer symptoms, who is most at risk of developing it and how it’s treated.

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Thyroid cancer: signs to look for, treatments and how to cope with a diagnosis

Rain reduces the pollen count. Hay fever isn’t a serious condition. Fact or fiction? We sort through some of the common myths about hay fever, to help you manage your symptoms.

Fact or fiction? 9 hay fever myths busted 

An overactive thyroid produces too many thyroid hormones. Symptoms include anxiety, tiredness and weight loss.

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Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism): who gets it and how to deal with it

Does music help you drift off? Is your phone light destroying your slumber? Read our useful tips for the best night's sleep, backed by science.

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10 science-based sleep tips that really work

Which hay fever home remedies are worth trying? From hay fever wipes and sprays to essential oils and air purifiers, we review what the science says. 


Natural remedies for hay fever: what works and doesn’t

Symptoms and treatments for vaginismus – when your vagina tightens and makes it hard to have penetrative sex.

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Vaginismus: why it happens and how you can deal with it

If you’re struggling to sleep night after night, there are proven ways to sort insomnia, whether you’re having a short bout of sleep problems or you have chronic insomnia.

Insomnia: the causes and how to improve it

How much deep sleep do you need? And how can you get more of it? Get the lowdown on sleep stages, sleep cycles and how to get them working well for your health.

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Deep sleep: how to make the most of your sleep cycle

Brain and nerve conditions affect the brain, nerves and spinal cord. This includes Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy and headaches.

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headaches

A headache is pain felt in your head. Most headaches are not serious and should pass within a few hours. If you develop a headache, stay hydrated, exercise if you feel able to and otherwise try to relax.


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Dizziness may make you feel like the world is spinning or that you can’t find your balance. Fainting is when you lose consciousness for a while (or pass out). Both dizziness and fainting may not be cause for concern, but see a doctor if you’re worried or it happens regularly. 


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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that can cause impulsive and restless behaviour. Someone with ADHD may find it difficult to concentrate, make mistakes easily and find it hard to get along with other people. 

ADHD is usually noticed in childhood, but may not be diagnosed until adulthood. 


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aneurysm

Aneurysms are balloon-like bulges in the wall of an artery. They're caused by a weakness in an artery wall. Aneurysms can happen in any artery, but they're most common in the artery that takes blood from the heart and brain. 


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If you have a brain injury or sustain damage to the brain, this can cause inflammation in the brain, which can make any injury or damage to the brain worse

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brain-tumour

A brain tumour is a cluster of abnormal cells in the brain. The tumour can be cancerous or non-cancerous. Symptoms include bad headaches, fits (seizures), vision changes, and feeling or being sick.


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Charles Bonnet syndrome affects people who are losing or have lost their vision. The condition causes you to see things that aren't actually there (hallucinations). You may see shapes, patterns, or images of places or people. 


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dementia

Dementia is a group of symptoms that are caused by different conditions that lead to brain damage. It's more commonly seen later in life, but it's not a natural part of the ageing process.


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epilepsy-seizures

Epilepsy is a brain condition that causes fits (seizures). There are many types, and they affect different people differently. Epilepsy usually starts either in childhood or in people over 60, but it can begin at any age. It tends to be a lifelong condition, but its symptoms can be managed with treatment.

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head-injury

A head injury is any sort of trauma to the scalp, skull or brain. It may be caused by falling and hitting your head or through playing sports. Most head injuries are not serious and you should recover within 2 weeks. But there are times when you may need to call an ambulance or seek care immediately.

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learning-disability

A learning disability is when a person isn't able to understand new or complex information, learn new skills or cope on their own as well as expected. Someone with a learning disability may need specialist care and support.  


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memory-loss

Memory loss, also known as amnesia, is when you can't remember things. Different types of memory loss exist. Sometimes it's a natural part of the ageing process, but it can also be a sign of a condition like dementia. 


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meningitis

Meningitis is an infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord (meninges). It can be caused by a virus or bacterial infection. Meningitis is a medical emergency that should be treated urgently. Symptoms include a fever, headache, a stiff neck and being sick. 


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migraines

A migraine is a type of headache that can cause intense, throbbing pain on 1 side of your head. They can also make you feel sick or more sensitive to sound and light. There's no cure for migraines, but treatments can help reduce the symptoms.


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multiple-sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a long-term illness that affects the brain and spinal cord. It can lead to symptoms, like blurred vision, problems walking, numbness or a tingling sensation, and tiredness. 


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While some conditions affect a single organ or part of the body, others can affect several different organs or body parts at the same time. These are known as multisystem diseases.  

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parkinsons

Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that gets worse over time. It's caused by a loss of nerve cells in the brain, and its symptoms include shaking and muscle stiffness. Parkinson's can't be cured, but its symptoms can be managed with treatment.

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Woman holding half a lemon under her nose, loss of smell concept (credit - microgen)

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Ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions affect the ear, nose or throat. They include sinusitis, allergic rhinitis and earache. 


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tics

Tics are sudden, fast twitches or movements you make repeatedly without meaning to do so (motor tics). They can also be sounds you make unintentionally (vocal tics). Tics are often harmless and short-lived, but they can also be caused by a tic disorder, like Tourette's syndrome.  

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