A-Z of conditions and treatments

Haemochromatosis (iron overload disorder) tends to be under-diagnosed, partly because its symptoms are similar to those caused by a range of other illnesses.

Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS) is a rare condition which can lead to chronic kidney damage or death from kidney failure.

All children with severe haemophilia are given preventative treatment with infusions of blood products before they have a bleed.

A diet high in fibre can both treat and prevent haemorrhoids.

Human hair grows one centimetre every month.

Hair transplant surgery involves taking skin from parts of the scalp where hair is growing and grafting it to the thinning or bald areas, or areas of trauma.

Having halitosis or bad breath can have a major impact on a person.

Good personal hygiene is essential to prevent the spread of hand, foot and mouth disease to others, both for those infected and their carers.

Washing your hands with soap and warm water can help stop the spread of infectious diseases.

Hay fever is an allergic reaction to airborne allergens that can occur at any time of the year.