Health Conditions

Tinea pedis

Athlete's foot is a rash caused by a fungus that usually appears between the toes.

Tinea versicolor

Pityriasis versicolor, sometimes called tinea versicolor, is a common condition that causes small patchesof skin to become scaly and discoloured.

Tinnitus

Tinnitus isthe term forhearingsoundsthat come from inside your body, rather than from an outside source.

Tongue pain or soreness

A sore or painful tongue is usually caused by something obvious and visible, although there are a few less obvious causes you should be aware of that may need treating.

Tongue-tie

Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) is a problemaffecting somebabies with a tight piece of skin between the underside of their tongue and the floor of their mouth (lingual frenulum).

Tongue, coated/white

Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils. It's usually caused by a viral infection or, less commonly, a bacterial infection.

Tooth abscess

A dental abscess is a collection of pus that can form inside the teeth, in the gums, or in the bone that holds the teeth in place. Its caused by a bacterial infection.

Tooth decay

Tooth decay can occur when acidis produced fromplaque, which builds up on your teeth.

Toothache

Toothache refers to pain in and around the teeth and jaws that's usually caused by tooth decay.

Topical corticosteroids

Topical corticosteroids (steroids) are medications applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation and irritation.

Total iron-binding capacity (TIBC or transferrin) test

Total protein test

A total protein test measures the amount ofprotein in your blood.

Tourette's syndrome

Tourettes syndrome is a neurological condition (affecting the brain and nervous system), characterised by a combination ofinvoluntary noises and movements called Orthodontics .

Toxic shock syndrome

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare but life-threatening condition caused by bacteria getting into the body and releasing harmful toxins.

Toxocariasis

Toxocariasis is a rare infection caused by roundworm parasites. It's spread from animals to humansthrough contact withinfected faeces.

Toxoplasmosis

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii).

Tracheoesophageal fistula and oesophageal atresia

Oesophageal atresiais a rare birth defect that affectsa baby's oesophagus (the tube through which food passes from the mouth to the stomach).

Tracheostomy

A tracheostomy is an opening created at the front of the neck so a tubecan be inserted into the windpipe (trachea) to help you breathe.

Traction

Traction is the use of weights, ropes and pulleys to apply force to tissues surrounding a broken bone.

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a method of pain relief involving the use of a mild electrical current.

Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)

A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or "mini stroke" is caused by a temporary disruption in the blood supply to part of the brain.

Transsexualism

Gender dysphoria is a condition where a person experiences discomfort or distress because there's a mismatch between their biological sex and gender identity.It's sometimes known a…

Trapped Wind (Flatulence)

Flatulence is passing gas from the digestive system out of the back passage. It's more commonly known as "passing wind", or "farting".