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“Liver disease” is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of conditions that damage your liver. As liver disease progresses it causes cirrhosis (scarring) which prevents the liver from functioning properly. Left untreated, liver disease may result in liver failure or even liver cancer. A simple liver disease blood test can determine the health of your liver. Changes in certain levels of proteins or enzymes can alert doctors of potential problems such as liver cancer, fatty liver disease, or hepatitis. Liver function tests can help identify if any medications are causing liver damage and help you monitor the progression of liver disease. SYMPTOMS AND CAUSES Symptoms of Liver Disease ·          Abdominal pain where the liver is. ·          Bruising easily. ·          Changes in the colour of your stool or urine. ·          Fatigue. ·          Vomiting or nausea. ·          Oedema (swelling in your arms or legs) Causes of Liver Disease The liver can be damaged b

Also known as TBE, it is a viral infection that can spread to humans by the bite of a parasite that looks like a mini spider, and it is called “TICK.” It is most common in Europe, including parts of England, Russia, Japan, and China. Ticks are most commonly present in grassy areas, and you are more at risk if you go hiking or camping. What are the different types of tick-borne encephalitis and their symptoms? Western European tick-borne encephalitis Siberian tick-borne encephalitis Far Eastern tick-borne encephalitis About two of every three people infected with tick-borne encephalitis virus do not develop symptoms, but it can be hazardous if symptoms start to show up. Some initial symptoms of tick-borne encephalitis will develop between two and 28 days after being bitten by a tick. Symptoms can include: Fever Headache Malaise  Tiredness/weakness Muscle pain Vomiting What are the possible causes? You primarily find ticks in the woods, forests, riverside, and brushwood. You can be infe

Thyroid disease is very common in the UK, with an estimated 20 million people having some type of thyroid disorder. It can affect anyone, regardless of gender or age. Since many of the symptoms of a thyroid condition are similar to other medical conditions, it can be difficult to diagnose. And if left untreated, thyroid disease can lead to a variety of health problems. The most accurate way to identify if you have a thyroid disorder is to take a thyroid blood test ( t4 and t3 blood tests ). Anna Pharmacy in South London provides thyroid full profile tests at each of our locations. Visit us for a full blood profile test or t4 and t3 blood test in Croydon, Carshalton, Sutton, Hackbridge, or any of our other conveniently located branches throughout South London. Thyroid disease is divided into two groups: ·          Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) ·          Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Symptoms of hyperthyroidism: ●      Experiencing anxiety, irritability,