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Cushing's syndrome occurs when there is too much cortisol
Excessive amounts of cortisol, also known as the stress hormone, can be due to tumours or external sources.
Is it painful when you stretch your arm over your head?
Your rotator cuff, which enables the smooth movement of your arm, might have torn if so.
When you need a new heart
Once a person has developed severe heart failure, a heart transplant is their best option for a permanent treatment.
When your liver enzymes go up
When these important proteins increase, it could be a sign of underlying disease, even if you have no symptoms.
What is this Stiff Person Syndrome that Celine Dion has?
This rare condition was highlighted when the Canadian singer had to cancel her concert tour because of it.
When a child's cough could mean asthma
A chronic cough can be a symptom of asthma in young children, and should be checked out by a paediatrician.
How can we escape living in pollution?
We are exposed to all kinds of pollution daily but many are unaware this can lead to a variety of adverse health outcomes.
When it gets too noisy for your health
Too much noise at loud volumes can have a negative effect on our health.
A murmur in the heart needs to be checked out
Any additional sounds made by the heart aside from the usual ‘lub-dup’ need to be investigated by a cardiologist.
A meniscus tear is a common injury for both active and older persons
This injury can occur due to blunt force, forceful movements of the knee, or the plain wear and tear of ageing.
Are you a resilient person?
Resilience is a state of mind that is instrumental in how you face and deal with life’s challenges.
'I don't have any maternal instincts - is something wrong with me?'
Some women just never develop the urge to have children, and no, there’s nothing wrong with that.
