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  1. Elbow pain

    Elbow pain and can result from overuse in a range of sports or occupations.

  2. Teeth development in children

    Teething symptoms are common in children and can be managed without medications.

  3. Hydrocephalus

    Hydrocephalus is the abnormal enlargement of the brain cavities (ventricles) caused by a build-up of cerebrospinal fluid.

  4. Motor neurone disease (MND)

    Motor neurone disease (MND) is also called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Lou Gehrig's disease. MND is a rapidly progressing, neurological disease. Motor neurones are nerve cells that control the voluntary muscles of the trunk and limbs, and affect speech, swallowing and breathing. Damage to these nerves causes muscle weakness and wasting. People with MND become increasingly disabled, and may lose speech, have difficulty swallowing and eventually die from respiratory (breathing) failure.

  5. Kennedy's disease

    Kennedy's disease is a rare inherited neuromuscular disorder that causes progressive weakening and wasting of the muscles, particularly the arms and legs.

  6. Neuromuscular disorders

    The combination of the nervous system and muscles is known as the neuromuscular system.

  7. Sprains and strains

    It is important to get the correct treatment for a sprain or strain as soon as possible after the injury to help you recover quickly.

  8. Emergencies - coping without gas or electricity

    In a gas or electricity blackout you may have to think laterally to come up with ways to continue bathing, eating and keeping warm.

  9. Anal fissure

    Around half of cases of anal fissures heal by themselves with proper self-care and avoidance of constipation.

  10. Cosmetic treatments - injectables

    Cosmetic injections into the skin can be used to reduce wrinkles.

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