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Calf problems
Calf muscle problems may be caused by an injury and normally settle within 6 weeks. Find out how to treat these problems at home and when to see a healthcare professional.
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Ankle problems
Ankle problems are fairly common and may be caused by an injury. They usually begin to settle within 6 weeks. Find out how to treat these problems at home, and when to see your healthcare professional.
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Wrist, hand and finger problems
Problems with the wrist, hand, and fingers can be caused by carrying out repetitive tasks, an injury during sport or a fall, or normal age-related changes. Find out how to treat these problems at home and when to see your healthcare professional.
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Tests for diagnosing heart conditions
In order to identify common heart conditions you will need to undergo some tests, these could include blood pressure tests, checking your pulse, X-rays and stress tests
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Chest pain
Chest pain can be caused by anything from muscle pain to a heart attack and should never be ignored. Find out what to do if you have chest pain and when to seek help.
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Acid and chemical burns
Burns caused by acid, alkaline or caustic chemicals can be very damaging and need immediate medical attention.
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Chilblains
Chilblains occur on the skin as a reaction to cold temperatures. They most often affect the body's extremities, like the toes, fingers, heels, ears and nose.
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Support and advice for your heart condition
Useful websites, helplines and resources to help you understand and manage your heart condition, including Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland and the British Heart Foundation.
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Common heart conditions
There are many different heart conditions and problems which are collectively called heart disease, including coronary heart disease, angina and heart failure. Find out more about these conditions.
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How is cancer treated?
Information on the different methods used to treat cancer.