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Rosacea, or Acne Rosacea
Rosacea, or acne rosacea are terms used to describe soreness, redness, raised spots and visible blood vessels that develop on some people’s faces as they get older. This condition is more common in women, but usually more severe in men, who can get quite a deforHay Fever
Hay fever is a term used to describe various symptoms people develop when they are sensitive to plants or plant products. You might have suffered with this since you were a child, but it is also possible to develop hay fever later in life. Most commonly, you’d sCommon Cold
This is the term often used for a viral illness, when you get a sore throat, runny nose, cough, fever or any combination of the above symptoms. This condition is self-limited, and does not require antibiotics, only symptomatic treatment. So you could take paracetamolProblems With Your Nose
Nasal congestion (hard to breathe) ‘blocked nose’ could be symptoms of the common cold, or sinusitis. If the stuff thats coming out of your nose is clear, just carry on with your usual treatments for coughs and colds (see ’Cholesterol Tablets
You have probably heard that when your cholesterol is high, this is bad for you. It might increase your chances of stroke, heart attack, circulation problems, so its important to try aPoor Hearing
This happens to most older people and can be such a nuisance. You might need to lip-read people to assist your understanding, which of course makes telephone conversations tricky. Also, some people get so shy and embarrassed of this problem, they avoid going out so thAnxiety
This is a common problem amongst many people, but perhaps more frequent amongst the elderly. This could be because your health/body changes, and you often feel less able, less in control, weaker. The change on your social circumstances – such as bereavement caused solitude, or being retiredSkin Cancer
Skin Cancer is the most common type of cancer. It can be divided into two types – aggressive, with a poorer prognosis, and a milder form, that is usually quite treatable. The aggressive type is called malignant melanoma, is hStaying at Home or Residential Care?
Many people nowadays choose to stay at home even if they are disabled or frail and in need of care. They prefer this to moving in into professional care establishment, even though it might be easier to live in a place where ‘everything is done for you’, and of course it is reassuringWhat to Eat if You Have Diabetes
Many older people develop diabetes (usually type 2). Whilst everyone agrees that good eating is very important in managing diabetes, there has recently been quite a lot of debate and controversy regarding the best things to eat and to avoid.. Should you eat plenty of starchy carbohydrates forWhat to Eat to Prevent Constipation and How to Reduce Problems if You Suffer With It
Most people could avoid developing constipation if they follow this simple advice: Drink plenty of fluids – at least 2 litres a day. Eat a few fruits and vegetables a day, brown bread, oats and other good sources of fibre. Have some natural yogurt a few times a week, aWhat to Eat if You Have Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis affects most older people as it is a disease caused by ‘wear and tear‘ on the joints. Various lifestyle factors, including your eating style, affect the health of your joints. The most important relationship between diet and arthritis is weight. Excess body weight isWhat to Eat if You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is less common than osteoarthritis, which is just as well as it causes more damage to your joints. The most important relationship between diet and arthritis is weight. Excess body weight is not good for healthy joints, so try and maintain your weight as close as possibleWhat to Eat if You Have Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis means that your bones are becoming ‘porous’, thinner and less strong, and the amount of calcium in them is reduced. Bones like this are often painful and can, for example, result in back pain. Osteoporosis also makes it more likely that your bones will fracture iBloating
Bloating can be a very uncomfortable symptom. It can be upsetting, as it might make your tummy protrude, and look unsightly, so your clothes don’t fit. Many people also get so stressed and even avoid being in social settings altogether if they develop excessive flatulence, which often gPage Navigation: 1 2 3 4 5 6 (All)