A-Z of conditions and treatments

In most cases, the bite from a white tailed spider only causes a mild reaction, including itching and skin discolouration.

The major symptom of whooping cough is a severe cough, which is often followed by a 'whooping' sound.

Williams syndrome often goes undiagnosed, which means that some people with the disorder fail to get the support and treatment they need until later in life.

In Wilson's disease, a build-up of copper damages organs including the liver, nervous system, brain, kidneys and eyes.

Wisdom teeth that may cause problems are best taken out sooner rather than later.

Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome is characterised by attacks of rapid heart rate or tachycardia.

Stroke is the second biggest killer of Australian women and kills more women than breast cancer.

The spread of many pathogens in the workplace can be prevented with regular hand washing.

Chronic wounds are more likely to heal if they are treated with moist rather than dry dressings.

Sun exposure, smoking and ageing are the main causes of wrinkles.