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

What is Tension Headache?

Tension headache is the most common type of headache, which presents as a constant ache on both sides of the head.

3 Feb 2016

What is Sinus Headache?

A sinus headache is a type of headache that results from the build-up of pressure in the sinuses in the nose, forehead, and cheeks.

3 Feb 2016

What is Nociceptive Pain?

Nociceptive pain is a type of pain that involves the detection of noxious stimuli by nociceptors, which is carried through the central nervous system.

26 Jan 2016

What is Psychogenic Pain?

Psychogenic pain not an official diagnostic term, but is used to describe pain that may be attributed to psychological factors. These factors may include certain beliefs, fears, memories or emotions that lead to the initiation or worsening of pain.

25 Jan 2016

Comparing Nociceptive and Neuropathic Pain

There are two main types of pain, of which include nociceptive and neuropathic pain.

25 Jan 2016

Using a Pain Diary

A pain diary to record chronic pain patterns and triggers can be useful to improve control of pain management.

21 Jan 2016

What Happens During Urodynamics?

Urodynamic tests or urodynamics are procedures that examines the function of the bladder, sphincters and urethra in storing and releasing urine.

21 Jan 2016

Types of Urodynamic Test

Urodynamic tests are used to examine the function of the bladder, sphincters, and urethra to store and release urine.

21 Jan 2016

Von Hippel Lindau Genetics

Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) Syndrome is an inherited disorder that is caused by a mutation in the VHL gene, which leads to an increased risk of development of tumors in the central nervous system (CNS) and viscera. This occurs due to changes in the production of proteins in the body, which are involved in the regulation of cell growth and division.

18 Jan 2016