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- Exercise - the low-down on hydration
You need to drink enough and regularly to keep hydrated during exercise.
- Body image - men
Your body image is how you think and feel about your body. Although traditionally thought of as a women's health concern, body image issues can affect men and people of all ages and genders.
- Altitude sickness
Being young and fit doesn't reduce your risk of altitude sickness.
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused by repetitive hand movements, pregnancy and arthritis.
- Kidneys - nephrotic syndrome
Nephrotic syndrome is where the kidneys remove too much protein from the blood.
- Pins and needles
Pins and needles is a sensation of uncomfortable tingling or prickling, usually felt in the hands or feet.
- Fluid retention (oedema)
Fluid retention (oedema) occurs when fluid isn't removed from the body tissues, including the skin. Causes include the body's reaction to hot weather, a high salt intake and menstrual cycle hormones.
- Constipation
Most cases of constipation are treated by eating a diet high in fibre, drinking more fluids, and exercising daily.
- Dementia - behaviour changes
Providing a calm environment for the person with dementia can help to reduce the impact of changes to behaviour patterns.