Dr Francesco Lo Monaco
15.06.22
Cardiologia
Ischaemic heart disease: What is it?
When the heart lacks oxygen due to reduced blood flow in the coronary arteries, it means that you have ischaemia. Also known as ischaemic heart disease, leading associate cardiology specialist Mr Francesco Lo Monoco speaks to Top Doctors about this condition in expert detail. To find out just what ischaemia is, read on.
Dr Fu Siong Ng
16.05.22
Cardiologia
Ask an expert: what is an arrhythmia?
A heart that beats too fast, too slow or with an irregular rhythm can reveal arrhythmia, a condition that affects more than two million people in the UK. Highly acclaimed consultant cardiologist, Dr Fu Siong Ng, explains what exactly is an arrhythmia, what are its noticeable symptoms, and how can arrhythmias be managed – with lifestyle changes and with medical treatment.
Dr Fu Siong Ng
10.05.22
Cardiologia
How many times can you have a catheter ablation?
Catheter ablation is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that aims to correct short-circuiting in the electrical circuit of the heart. Dr Fu Siong Ng, highly esteemed consultant cardiologist, explains what a catheter ablation does, what is the recovery like and how many times a catheter ablation can be performed for the same patient.
Dr Francesco Lo Monaco
03.05.22
Cardiologia
Matters of the heart: Congenital heart disease
Congenital heart disease is a specific term, in that it refers to a condition that's present from birth. However, there are various types of heart diseases that it can refer to. Leading cardiologist, Dr Francesco Lo Monaco, provides an expert introduction to congenital heart disease in this informative article.
Dr Fu Siong Ng
21.03.22
Cardiologia
Can your smart watch detect atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder, whereby an irregular heartbeat can lead to breathlessness, palpitations and fatigue. Unfortunately, the condition puts patients at higher risk of blood clots and strokes, so careful management is required. To give an all-you-need-to-know guide to atrial fibrillation, renowned consultant cardiologist Dr Fu Siong Ng offers expert insight on diagnosis and treatment of the condition, as well as discussing how the condition can be prevented.
Dr Francesco Lo Monaco
28.10.21
Cardiologia
I’m worried about my heart health – what can I do?
We hear it all our lives and we are taught young what to look for in case of an emergency regarding the heart. However, there is more to it and expert consultant cardiologist Dr Francesco Lo Monaco has given us the most essential information to know about our heart health in this article.
Mr Rajesh Kavia
08.09.21
Urologia
Phimosis: how to treat a tight foreskin in adults
Phimosis, or tight foreskin, is an problematic issue which affects many men. Fortunately, consultant urologist Mr Rajesh Kavia is here to share some solutions to this condition.
Fertility: does COVID-19 really affect it?
Have you been wondering whether or not COVID-19 affects women's fertility and the overall chance of becoming pregnant? In this article, expert gynaecologist and fertility consultant, Mr Parijat Bhattacharjee, reveals the answer to this important question, and provides an overview of the different fertility-treating options available.
Pelvic pain: when should women seek medical help?
What are the circumstances that lead to severe pelvic pain and having medical treatment? Top Doctors speaks to esteemed consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Sharmistha Guha about when it's time to seek assistance.
Mr Mathias Winkler
29.07.21
Urologia
STIs: symptoms, testing and when to see a urologist
STIs (sexually transmitted infections) are very common. In fact, about 20% of people in their 20s have experienced an STI. Usually, patients will first go straight to a GP or sexual health clinic for symptoms. However, if first-line treatment doesn’t work, patients may be referred to a genitourinary specialist (a urologist who also looks after the sexual reproductive system) to investigate the cause.
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