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  1. Hives

    Hives (urticaria) are a reaction to the release of histamine into the skin.

  2. Pollen allergies

    Pollen allergies cause seasonal hay fever and asthma and can be treated with antihistamines, nasal sprays or asthma medication

  3. Safe medication use

    Find out how to use medication properly, so you can avoid problems such as unwanted effects and other adverse reactions.

  4. Teeth and medication

    Many drugs, both prescription and illegal, can cause tooth damage.

  5. Pityriasis rosea

    Generally, pityriasis rosea is a one-off event - once it has gone, the rash doesn't reappear.

  6. Pregnancy - signs and symptoms

    All women experience pregnancy differently, and you will experience different symptoms at different stages of your pregnancy.

  7. Dry eye

    A person suffering from dry eye syndrome does not have enough of the right kind of tears to keep the eye comfortable.

  8. Excessive sleepiness

    Hypersomnia means excessive sleepiness - it can have a number of different causes.

  9. Ear infections

    It is estimated that around four out of five children will experience a middle ear infection at least once.

  10. Medicines and side effects

    Complementary medicines can interact with pharmaceutical medicines.

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