Illness Collection (#85)

Mental illness, conceptual artwork
Mental illness. Conceptual computer artwork of multiple warped heads, which may represent psychosis or a similar mental illness

Thalassaemia, X-ray
Thalassaemia. Coloured hand X-ray of a patient with thalassaemia, also known as Cooleys anaemia. The bones of the hand show demineralization (lighter patches)

Scabies. Artwork of a cross-section of skin infected by scabies mites (Sarcoptes scabiei, purple). Common sites of infection are marked by the green dots on the male figures

Lung silicosis, X-ray
Lung silicosis. Coloured X-ray of the lungs of a patient with silicosis, a type of pneumoconiosis. The orange masses in the lungs are areas of fibrous (scarred) tissue and inflammation

Angina or heart attack
MODEL RELEASED. Angina or heart attack. Man clutching his chest in pain due to angina or a heart attack (myocardial infarction)

Lung lesions, X-ray
Lung lesion. Coloured frontal chest X-ray of a woman with Wegeners granulomatosis, showing cavitating (cavity forming) lesions (yellow) in the lungs

High blood pressure, artwork
High blood pressure. Artwork of some of the effects of high blood pressure (hypertension). This can be caused by an excess of calcium ions (green, lower centre)

Lung lesions, CT scan
Lung lesion. Coloured frontal computed tomography (CT) scan of a woman with Wegeners granulomatosis, showing cavitating (cavity forming) lesions (left, orange) in the lungs (black)

Diverticular disease, X-ray
Diverticular disease, coloured X-ray. This illness is also known as diverticulitis or CDD (colonic diverticular disease). This is a double-contrast X-ray

Map of diseases, 15th century diagram
Map of diseases. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating which diseases commonly afflict specific parts of the body

Common diseases, 15th century diagram
Common diseases. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating which diseases commonly afflict the body. The diagram, known as a disease man

Taking babys temperature
MODEL RELEASED. Taking babys temperature. Strip thermometer being used to measure the temperature of an 8 month old baby boy while he sleeps

Girl feeling sick
MODEL RELEASED. Girl feeling sick. She is eight years old

Bunions. Each of these fluid-filled pads covers the joint of the big toe. The majority of bunions are caused by the condition hallux valgus

Polyoma viruses. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of polyoma viruses. These simian (monkey) viruses (SV40) are a type of papovavirus

Moth virus

Ebola virus replication, TEM

Coping with illness, conceptual artwork

Throat pain. Conceptual computer artwork of a man with a sore throat (represented by the red area). A sore throat can be caused by bacterial or viral infections

Pneumothorax. Coloured chest X-ray showing the lung (pink/white and green, upper right to lower right) of a patient affected by pneumothorax. The lung at left is unaffected

Insomnia, conceptual artwork
Insomnia, conceptual computer artwork. Human face surrounded by a clock, representing insomnia. This is a condition where the person, referred to as an insomniac, is unable to sleep

Interstitial cystitis. Conceptual image of a naked woman with an inflamed bladder (lower centre) caused by interstitial cystitis

Impetigo

Mental illness. Conceptual image depicting an individual with psychosis. Psychosis is a mental disorder characterised by delusions, hallucinations, incoherent speech and agitated behaviour

Bone death, X-ray
Bone death. Coloured X-ray of the shaft of a human long bone showing tissue death (osteonecrosis, brown). This may be caused by a blood clot or embolus that interrupts the blood supply

Osteoporosis: illustration of a weakened femoral head (hip joint) at the point of breaking, and the stooped posture of the elderly woman at left

Hiatus hernia, X-ray
Hiatus hernia, coloured X-ray. Side view of a patient suffering from a hiatus hernia, the protrusion of the stomach through the diaphragm into the chest

High blood cholesterol. Artwork of hypercholester- olaemia or hyperlipidaemia, high levels of the lipid cholesterol in the blood

Gauchers disease. Light micrograph of a section through a human liver with Gauchers disease. It is a genetic disorder (autosomal recessive)

Woman coughing
MODEL RELEASED. Woman coughing

Viral throat infection. Computer artwork of several tracheae (windpipes), seen from the outside, with viruses (spiky balls, not to scale)

Influenza viruses. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of influenza (flu) viruses. The flu virus belongs to the orthomyxovirus group of viruses which have an affinity for mucus

Adenoviruses

Paramyxovirus, TEM
Paramyxovirus. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of paramyxovirus ribonuclear protein helices (red strands). These helices contain the viral genetic material, ribonucleic acid (RNA)

Ebola virus and blood cells. Computer artwork of Ebola viruses particles (yellow) attacking a human white blood cell. Red blood cells are also seen

Ebola virus, TEM
Ebola virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of the extrusion (release) of an Ebola virus (red) from a host cell (green)

Philippe Pinel, French physician
Philippe Pinel (1745-1826), French physician and psychiatrist. Pinel arrived in Paris in 1778 and held various posts in hospitals and as Editor of a gazette on health

Taking a pulse

Rickets, X-ray
Rickets. X-ray of the legs of a young child with rickets. This condition, which causes soft bones, is caused by a lack of vitamin D

Diabetic man drinking a glucose drink

Woman holding her breath

Defending against viral infection artwork
Defending against viral infection, conceptual computer artwork

Absence seizure. Man looking after a woman who is having an absence seizure

Eye injury. Boy holding a sterile dressing over his injured eye

Senior woman blowing her nose
PROPERTY RELEASED. MODEL RELEASED. Senior woman blowing her nose

Nebuliser use
PROPERTY RELEASED. MODEL RELEASED. Nebuliser use. Nurse placing a nebuliser mask on a senior man

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"From Death's Grasp to Healing Hands: A Journey through Illness" In the somber painting "Young Woman on her Death Bed, 1621, " we witness the haunting portrayal of a life consumed by illness. The artist captures the fragility and despair that often accompany such afflictions. Contrasting this scene is the powerful image of "Jesus Healing The Sick. " Here, hope radiates as divine intervention brings relief to those suffering from various ailments. It serves as a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is potential for healing and restoration. Moving forward in time, we find ourselves at Shotley Bridge General Hospital in County Durham. This institution stands as a testament to humanity's ongoing battle against sickness. Its walls have witnessed countless stories of resilience and recovery. An intriguing glimpse into history comes from an 1866 cartoon titled "Deaths Dispensary, " highlighting water pollution as a source of disease. It reminds us that throughout centuries, environmental factors have played a significant role in spreading illnesses and shaping public health policies. Delving deeper into medical science, we encounter gastrointestinal nematodes - microscopic parasites wreaking havoc within our bodies. These tiny organisms serve as a stark reminder of how diseases can manifest themselves unseen until it's too late. Returning to visual commentary with another depiction of "Deaths Dispensary, " this time through a thought-provoking cartoon from 1866 addressing pollution-related diseases head-on. Such illustrations aimed to raise awareness about public health concerns during an era when industrialization posed new threats to communities' well-being. Whipps Cross Hospital in Essex emerges as yet another battleground against illness. Within its halls, dedicated healthcare professionals tirelessly work towards alleviating suffering and restoring vitality to their patients' lives. History whispers tales of London's struggle during the Great Plague of 1665; depicted vividly in contemporary woodcuts pleading for mercy upon the city.