Health Conditions

High blood pressure

Hip dysplasia (children)

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a condition where the 'ball and socket' joint of the hips doesn't properly form in babies and young children.

Hip fracture

Hip fractures are cracks or breaks in the top of the thigh bone (femur) close to the hip joint. They're usually caused by a fall oran injury to the side of the hip, but may occasio…

Hip pain in adults

Most cases ofhip pain in adults that are treated with surgery are caused by osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis in the UK.

Hip replacement

A hip replacement is a common type of surgery where a damaged hip joint is replaced with an artificial one (known as a prosthesis).

Hirsutism

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in certain areas of the body. It's a problem that mainly affects women.

HIV and AIDS

HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system, and weakens your ability to fight infections and disease. It's most commonly caught by having sex without a condom.

Hoarding disorder

A hoarding disorder is where someone acquires an excessive number of itemsand stores them in a chaotic manner. The items can be of little or no monetary value and usually result in…

Homeopathy

Homeopathy is a 'treatment' based on the use of highly diluted substances, which practitioners claim can cause the body to heal itself.

Homocystinuria

Homocystinuria (HCU) is a rare but potentially serious inherited condition.

Hookworm infection

Hookworms are parasitic worms that can infect humans in countries with poor sanitation and a warm, moist climate.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment usedto relieve symptoms of the Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism) . It replaces hormones that are at a lower level as you appro…

HSP (Henoch-Schönlein purpura)

Henoch-Schnlein purpura (HSP) is a rare condition in which blood vessels become inflamed. It typically results in a rash and joint and tummy pain.

Hughes syndrome

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), sometimes known as Hughes syndrome, is a disorder of the immune system that causes an increased risk of blood clots.

Huntington's disease

Huntington's disease is an inherited condition that damages certain nerve cells in the brain.

Hydrocephalus

Hydrocephalus is a build-up of fluid on the brain. The excess fluid puts pressure on the brain, which can damage it.

Hydronephrosis

Hydronephrosis is a condition where one or both kidneys become stretched and swollen as theresult of a build-up of urine inside them.

Hyperglycaemia

Hyperglycaemia is the medical term for a high blood sugar (glucose) level. It's a common problem for people with diabetes .

Hyperkinetic disorder

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a group of behavioural symptoms that include inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.

Hyperlipidemia - High Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a fatty substance known as a lipid and is vital for the normal functioning of the body. It's mainly made by the liver, but can also be found in some foods.

Hypertensive disorder

Hypertensive disease is characterized by a spike in maximal blood pressure, which is also called systolic pressure, or the rise of minimal pressure (diastolic) above normal values.…

Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapy is a type of complementary therapy that uses hypnosis, which is an altered state of consciousness.

Hypochondria

Most of us worry about our health from time to time, and some of us have to manage serious medical conditions. But for some people, health worries become overwhelming and a problem…

Hypoglycaemia

Hypoglycaemia, or a"hypo",is an abnormally low level of glucose in yourblood (less than four millimoles per litre).