A skin complaint characterised by redness, itch, dryness with pimples or blisters. What to look for patches of itchy, dry, thickened skin, usually on wrists, face, and inner creases of the knees and elbows.skin sores, patches of redness, scaling, sometimes small bumps...

A drug is any substance, other than a food, which affects the body in any way. Therefore the over indulgence in these types of substances to the detriment of the body’s health and well-being, can be classified as drug abuse. What to look for  behavioural changes...

These are problems to the spinal disks. Disks are the cushion of tissue located between each of the vertebrae which makes up the spine. What to look for Many times, there are no physical symptoms to damaged disks. However, if your disk problem directly touches or...

Diabetes is a condition where there is an abnormally high level of sugar in the blood. What to look for  The symptoms vary depending on which type of diabetes is the cause: excessive thirst and appetite.increased urination both in the frequency and amount...

Dermatitis is a red and itching inflammation of the skin What to look for  Contact dermatitis (an allergic reaction) (an allergic reaction)  A red rash that is restricted to the area of skin exposed to an irritant. Nummular dermatitis Red, itchy,...

Depression is a state of feeling ‘down’ which lasts for a long but indefinite period of time What to look for  For major depression, you may experience four or more of the following:  persistent sadness, pessimism.feelings of guilt, worthlessness,...

Dandruff is excessive scaling of dead skin on the scalp What to look for  flakes of skin that range from small and white to large, greasy, and yellow.itchy flaking that appears on the scalp or eyebrows, or around the hairline, ears, or nose. Dandruff usually...

Croup is spasmodic narrowing and inflammation of the upper respiratory tract.  What to look for a harsh, dry cough.laboured breathing and fever Croup is a viral infection of the voice box. It shows similar symptoms to those of a respiratory infection and is...

Crohn's Disease is a severe inflammation of the lower bowel. What to look for abdominal pain diarrhoea.cramps or pain after eatingfever loss of appetite, fatigue, or weight loss In Crohn's disease, a chronic disorder of the intestines affects digestion and...

Coughing is a reflex action of the throat to rid itself of any built up mucus or phlegm. What to look for Coughing is not a disease, however it may indicate respiratory problems. By looking at what is coughed up (mucus, phlegm or blood - the colour and...

A corn is a localised area of hard, horny skin which forms as a result of constant rubbing or pressure. A calluses are larger versions. What to look for  Corn... an area of hard, thick skin, which may look a yellow colourCorns between the toes can be soft...

Constipation refers to hard, inadequate, incomplete, or infrequent bowel movements.  What to look for hard stools that are difficult or painful to pass.no bowel movements in three days for adults, four days for...