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  1. General anaesthetics

    An anaesthetic is a drug or agent that produces a complete or partial loss of feeling.

  2. Liver

    Some forms of liver disease are inherited, while others are caused by lifestyle factors.

  3. Leptospirosis

    Leptospirosis is a disease spread from animals to humans, caused by infection with the bacteria Leptospira.

  4. Cirrhosis of the liver

    Cirrhosis is a type of liver damage where healthy cells are replaced by scar tissue.

  5. 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.

  6. Pregnancy - preeclampsia

    There is no evidence that preeclampsia is caused by emotional stress, working too hard or not getting enough rest.

  7. Coma

    A wide range of illnesses, conditions and events can cause coma.

  8. Travel health - yellow fever immunisation

    If you are travelling or passing through areas infected with yellow fever, some countries require you to be vaccinated.

  9. Mushroom poisoning

    Mushrooms are a type of fungus. Australia has many varieties of wild-growing fungi, many of which are edible. However, a few types are poisonous or even deadly.

  10. Hepatitis A

    Immunisation is the best protection against hepatitis A infection and it is recommended for people in high-risk groups.

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