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Rheumatoid arthritis affects about one percent of the population. This article details the symptoms and treatment of the condition.

Decompression illness is a risk for divers. This article looks at the signs and symptoms of the problem and how a recompression chamber can reverse the condition.

Thiazide diuretics are used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. This article profiles the medication, its benefits and side effects.

These medicines are used to treat Type 2 diabetes. This article details how they work and how they should be taken.

Glaucoma mainly affects older people. This article includes information about symptoms and treatment of the problem.

An underactive thyroid gland may go undetected but tiredness and muscle cramps are often reported. This article looks at how the condition is treated.

Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder which is more common in older people. This article looks at the symptoms and treatment of the condition.

Croup can be dangerous in babies. This article looks at the warning signs and how the illness is treated.

Iron deficiency is a common problem world wide. This article discusses the condition, its consequences and how it can be treated.

This common condition is characterised by a pain in the rectum. This article looks at the possible treatment options.

Blood in urine can be alarming for patients. This article discusses the causes and what treatment is available.

This drug is used to treat Parkinson's disease. This article profiles the medication, how it works, and possible side effects.