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Acute pancreatitis is where the pancreas becomes inflamed over a short period of time

Q A couple of weeks ago, I had shingles, which affected the left side of my forehead. The blisters have all healed, but I’m in a lot of pain. It feels like the skin on the affected part is constantly

I’ve panicked a few times in my life. The first time I remember was when I was confronted by a rat – I’ve been terrified of them ever since. I knew it wasn’t logical, that they were more scared of me

IT’S World Glaucoma Day on March 12, which is held annually to raise awareness for this eye condition. Glaucoma is an umbrella term for a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, which con

Q Severe arthritis in both elbows is really getting me down. I’m struggling with everyday tasks like carrying shopping. I had a steroid injection in both elbows a year or so ago and they worked wonder