A skin condition characterised by crops of small, tender nodules on the legs.

A severe form of acne characterised by cysts that may measure several centimetres in diameter. They occur over the face, neck, scalp, back, chest and shoulders and are often painful.

Any test or technique that does not involve penetration of the skin. The term 'non-invasive' may also describe tumours that do not invade surrounding tissues.

Having a general effect.

A group of drugs that give pain relief and reduce inflammation.

A group of drugs that give pain relief and reduce inflammation.

A form of anaemia in which the concentration of haemoglobin in the red blood cells is within normal range.

non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. A group of drugs that provide pain relief and reduce inflammation.

Non-ulcer dyspepsia

A condition in which there is involuntary movement of the eyes.

on examination

osteoarthritis

Excess accumulation of fat in the body.

An uncommon complication of pregnancy that causes a build-up of bile acids in the bloodstream.

The blockage of a passage, canal, vessel or opening in the body.

A health professional who helps to improve a person's level of independence and their management of the activities of daily living.

Therapy aimed at improving a person's level of independence and their management of the activities of daily living.

The nerve controlling most of the muscles that move the eye.

otitis externa

The accumulation of excess fluid in the tissues of the body.

Uncoordinated muscle contractions in the oesophagus, which cause intermittent swallowing difficulties and chest or upper abdominal pain.

The surgical removal of all or part of the oesophagus, or gullet.

Inflammation of the lining of the oesophagus