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Mouth Ulcers

What causes mouth ulcers?

Mouth ulcers are a common condition that cause small, painful sores to appear inside the mouth. They can show up on the gums, tongue, cheeks, or soft palate. While they usually heal on their own within a week or two, they can be bothersome, especially when eating or speaking.

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Head Lice

How to get rid of head lice?

Head lice are tiny bugs that live on the scalp and feed on blood. They’re most common among children aged 3 to 11 but can affect anyone. You can get them through close head-to-head contact or by sharing personal items like hats or brushes.

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A man in his 60s holds his lower back in pain while being supported by a woman of a similar age.
Backache

Why does my back hurt?

Most often, back pain is felt in the lower back, known as the lumbar spine. It’s easiest to think of this area as the space between the bottom of your ribcage, and the top of your legs.

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A woman with hay fever sneezes into a tissue while stood in front of a tree with pink blossom
Allergies

What is an allergy?

An allergy occurs when the body’s immune system overreacts to substances it perceives as harmful, known as allergens.

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A man stands in front of the toilet holding a roll of toilet paper, anticipating diarrhoea
Diarrhoea

How to stop diarrhoea

Diarrhoea is a common digestive issue that causes frequent, loose, and watery poo. Other symptoms can include abdominal cramps, dehydration,

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A lady holds her stomach in pain due to UTI pain brought on by a common cause
UTI

How do you get a UTI?

Symptoms of UTIs in both genders include a frequent urge to urinate, a burning sensation during urination, cloudy or strong-smelling urine, and pelvic discomfort. Men may also experience additional symptoms such as rectal pain and lower abdominal discomfort.

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A mosquito biting someone's arm that may result in an infection
Infected Insect Bite

What does an infected mosquito bite look like?

With more than 30 types of native mosquito species in the UK, chances are that you’ve already experienced the nuisance of being bitten a few times.

Mosquitoes prefer warm, damp weather, and are typically active for 6 to 7 months of the year. This is usually between the months of April and October.

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