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Ginecología y Obstetricia

Navigating the reproductive journey: essential health milestones for women

Pregnancy is an exciting adventure with a lot to look forward to, but before you get the baby’s room painted and the crib built, the baby’s first dwelling needs to be in tip-top shape – your body. In this guide, a highly-regarded consultant gynaecologist explains the health milestones for prospective mothers to aim for before they’re prime for pregnancy.

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Cirugía general

Anal fistula: Signs, symptoms and treatment options

An anal fistula is a small tunnel that forms between the end of the bowel and the skin around the anus. It typically develops following an anal abscess, which is an infected cavity filled with pus. If an abscess does not heal properly, a fistula can form as the body creates a pathway to drain the infection. Anal fistulas can cause significant discomfort and may require medical intervention to manage effectively.

The importance of checking a persistent cough

A cough is often viewed as a common, minor symptom associated with colds or respiratory infections. However, when a cough lasts for more than three weeks, it’s considered persistent (or a chronic cough) and warrants medical attention. This is especially crucial if the cough continues for over eight weeks, as it may indicate an underlying health issue that requires further evaluation.

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Traumatología

Managing minimally invasive bunions: A patient’s guide

​A bunion, medically known as hallux valgus, is a bony bump that forms at the base of the big toe, causing it to lean towards the other toes. However, not all bunions are the same; some are smaller or less pronounced, known as minimally invasive bunions, which cause fewer or milder symptoms. A leading orthopaedic surgeon helps with understanding the development of these bunions and options for managing them to help patients make informed choices for their foot health.

A guide to premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, also known as PMDD, is a condition that manifests before the menstrual period and is characterised by its symptoms of severe psychological and physical distress. It can occur anywhere between two weeks up to a few days before the period, and during the period it is much milder. It is related to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual tension (PMT), but is notably quite extreme in comparison to those two. In this article, consultant gynaecologist Mr Narendra Pisal explains clearly what PMDD is and how to handle it.

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Ginecología y Obstetricia

Reasons for irregular periods

Every menstrual cycle, just like every body, is different. They might differ in duration, in the length of time between periods, in how much blood is shed, what the accompanying symptoms are. Normally, the length of the cycle is between 21 to 42 days. The standard of an “irregular” period will be based on what is “normal” for each individual, as they are determined by age, weight, contraceptive methods, if there have been previous pregnancies, breastfeeding status, and proximity to menopause. This is because these factors affect hormone levels, which may disrupt “normal” periods. In this article, a consultant gynaecologist and laparoscopic surgeon goes over some of the reasons why a period may be irregular.

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Traumatología

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction and its role in lower back pain

If you have been struggling with pain in your lower back or upper thighs, this may be indicative of sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) – however, it is a condition that is often misdiagnosed. The two sacroiliac joints connect the spine to the pelvis, and dysfunction or inflammation can occur in one or both joints. In this guide, Mr Prokopios Annis, an experienced spinal surgeon, clearly explains what SIJD is so that patients can understand this condition and how to manage the symptoms.

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