Dizziness

Being dizzy can make you feel light-headed, unsteady or weak. Read about the causes and symptoms of dizziness, and how to manage symptoms.

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Vertigo

Vertigo is a feeling of movement, spinning, tilting or swaying when your body is not actually moving. Learn about the main causes and treatments.

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Lightheadedness

Lightheadedness or feeling woozy is when you feel like fainting or passing out. You might be dehydrated or it could be something more serious.

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Labyrinthitis

Labyrinthitis is an inflammation of the balancing centre in your inner ear. Find out how it may come about, its symptoms and the treatment options.

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Calcium channel blockers (CCB)

Find out what the most common types of calcium channel blockers are used for, how they work and any side effects associated with taking them.

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Summer skin rashes

Summer rashes can be caused by things like sunlight, insects, sweating and overheating - especially if you have allergies or other pre-existing skin conditions.

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Diuretic medicines

Find out what diuretic medicine is used for, how it works, the most common diuretics and any side effects associated with taking it.

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Fluid from the ear

Fluid from your ear may be just ear wax, but sometimes it can indicate illness or injury. Read more here about the causes and treatments.

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Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

ACE inhibitors and ARBs are commonly taken for hypertension. They work by relaxing your blood vessels. You shouldn’t take ACE inhibitors and ARBs together.

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Rashes

Rashes can be red, pink, purple, flat or bumpy, itchy, scaley or pus filled. Read on to learn about the causes and management of various rashes.

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Medicines and alcohol

You need to be careful if you drink alcohol when taking some medicines. This includes over-the-counter medicines and herbal remedies. Learn more here.

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Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) causes a fast heartbeat and other symptoms when you stand up. Learn how to manage POTS.

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Brugada syndrome

Brugada syndrome can disrupt your heart rhythm, causing palpitations, fainting or in serious cases, cardiac arrest. Read about symptoms and treatment.

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Low blood pressure (hypotension)

Although low blood pressure (hypotension) is better than high, it can cause troublesome symptoms or be the sign of an underlying problem.

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Meniere's disease

Meniere's disease is a disorder of the ear that causes hearing and balance problems. There's no cure, but the symptoms can be managed.

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Snake bites

About 100 Australian snakes are venomous, but only 12 are likely to inflict a fatal bite. Learn about first aid for snake bites.

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Blood clots

Blood clots can cause different problems depending on where they are in your body. A blood clot can affect your heart, lung or brain, which could be life-threatening. Learn how to recognise the signs and symptoms of a blood clot.

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Otosclerosis

Otosclerosis is an inherited condition that affects the middle ear and is a common cause of deafness. Find out about the 2 ways to treat otosclerosis.

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Motion sickness

Motion (or travel) sickness is when you feel unwell due to movement on any type of transport. Find out how to prevent and treat motion sickness.

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Panic attacks and panic disorder

Panic attacks and panic disorders have distinct features that set them apart, read more to learn how to identify symptoms of each condition.

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Nausea

Nausea is the feeling you get when you think you will vomit. It's not usually a sign of anything serious. Learn how you can make yourself feel better.

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Drugs in sport

Using drugs to give your performance an edge can also affect your health. Learn more about what damage drugs can do to your health.

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Subdural haematoma

A subdural haematoma is an emergency condition that can result from a head injury. Here's why it's so important to seek urgent medical attention.

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Limb numbness

Numbness in the limbs is common, especially if you've been sitting or sleeping awkwardly. If it continues over a long period, you should see a doctor.

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Fainting

Fainting is a temporary loss of consciousness when the blood flow to the brain is reduced. See your doctor if you faint, especially the first time.

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Adrenaline

Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a natural stress hormone. It is also a medicine used in an emergency for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

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Blood in stool

Blood in your stool (poo) can indicate a serious problem. Find out more about the causes of blood in your poo and what you should do about it.

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Ectopic pregnancy

An ectopic pregnancy is when a pregnancy implants outside your womb, usually in a fallopian tube. Read about ectopic pregnancy symptoms and treatment.

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Bradycardia

Bradycardia is a slower than normal heart rate, which can lead to a range of symptoms such as feeling faint, tired or short of breath.

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PEG tube placement

A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube is used when you can’t eat enough food. The PEG tube supplies food direct to your stomach.

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