Yolanda Smith

Feature Writer

B.Pharm.

Pharmacy

Yolanda graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of South Australia and has experience working in both Australia and Italy. She is passionate about how medicine, diet and lifestyle affect our health and enjoys helping people understand this. In her spare time she loves to explore the world and learn about new cultures and languages.

Articles from Yolanda

Epididymitis Diagnosis

Epididymitis is usually diagnosed using information from a physical exam of the individual, complemented by STI screening and other tests.

15 Feb 2016

Epididymitis Causes

There are several different causes of epididymitis, including STIs, UTIs, prostate enlargement, as well as surgery or other procedures of the renal system.

15 Feb 2016

Epididymitis Treatment

Epididymitis is a health condition that involves pain and inflammation of the epididymis, as a result of various causes.

15 Feb 2016

What is Epididymitis?

Epididymitis is a health condition involving inflammation of the epididymis, the tube that stores and transports sperm in the back of the testicles. Men of any age can be affected by the condition, but it is most common in young men aged between 19 and 35 years and frequently causes hospitalization in the military.

15 Feb 2016

What is Neuropathic Pain?

Neuropathic pain is a type of pain that is caused by damage to the nervous system following an injury or illness and affects approximately 1% of the population.

15 Feb 2016

What is Central Pain Syndrome?

Central pain syndrome is a neurological condition that is caused by damage to the CNS, which leads to the sensitization of pain.

15 Feb 2016

Spasticity Treatment

The indicated treatment for spasticity depends greatly on the specific features of the individual patient case. Some patients with spasticity do not require any form of major treatment and simple avoidance of triggers may suffice to manage symptoms. However, other patients experience significant pain and inhibition to participation in daily activities and require treatment to improve their quality of life.

15 Feb 2016

Diagnosis of Spasticity

Spasticity is a clinical sign characterized by muscle over-activity and high tone spasms that is associated with several distinct neurological diseases. Timely diagnosis and management are essential to prevent contracture of the muscles and soft tissues, which can lead to deformity of the bones and limbs.

15 Feb 2016

Causes of Spasticity

Although spasticity is a condition involving unusual tightness of muscles in the body, the cause typically originates from an injury to or disorder of the CNS.

15 Feb 2016