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By Mr Maan Kasmiya
23.04.21
Ophthalmology

Diabetic retinopathy: facts and treatments

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a complication of diabetes that affects the delicate part in the back of the eye (the retina). Learn from Mr Maan Kasmiya about this condition and its treatment.

By Dr John Chinegwundoh
05.01.21
Pulmonology & respiratory medicine

Bronchiectasis: symtoms, causes and how COVID-19 has affected treatment

The number of people in the UK with bronchiectasis is increasing. So, we spoke to Dr John Chinegwundoh, a respiratory physician in London, to find out what is causing it, how it is different to other conditions such as bronchitis and COPD, and how COVID-19 is affecting treatment at the moment.

A man sitting on a chair and hunched over. He has his hands together near his face in a worried stance.

By Mr Rozh Jalil
10.11.20
Urology

Peyronie’s disease causes, risk factors and treatment

Peyronie's disease has the potential to greatly impact a man's sexual life. Learn about the causes, risk factors and treatment from Mr Jalil, an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of the condition.

Person receiving treatment on their back

By Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid
27.10.20
Vascular surgery

Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS): what are the treatment options?

Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) can cause pain and feelings of tingling and weakness in your shoulder and arm. There are three different types of the condition and here, one of our leading vascular surgeons Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid explains how they differ and how each one is to be treated.

A man's overweight stomach with a tape measure around it.

By Mr Ahmed R. Ahmed
27.10.20
Surgery

Metabolic (bariatric) surgery effective type 2 diabetes treatment

Metabolic surgery is an amazingly effective surgical treatment for curing type 2 diabetes. Mr Ahmed R. Ahmed shares his medical expertise on what this procedure is and when it's recommended.

By Miss Christina Choy
08.10.20
Surgery

Genetic testing for breast cancer

We spoke with leading oncoplastic breast surgeon, Miss Christina Choy to find out more information on genetic testing. We found out exactly what is, what kinds of genetic tests are available, what the results of a genetic test mean and who should consider a genetic test to determine their likelihood of getting breast cancer. We also found out if a mastectomy is worth having to reduce the risk of breast cancer.

By Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid
30.09.20
Vascular surgery

Is thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) serious?

Thoracic outlet syndrome occurs when there is a pressure on the nerves, artery or vein due to anatomical reasons, which can lead to pain, numbness and a cold sensation in the arms and hand. One of our top vascular surgeons Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid explains more, including just how serious of a condition TOS is.

By Mr Maan Kasmiya
25.09.20
Ophthalmology

The treatment of wet and dry ARMD (age-related macular degeneration)

Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) has two types: wet and dry. Learn about both these types and their treatment from Mr Maan Kasmiya, an expert who has spent many years providing patients with ARMD care.

By Dr David Game
30.07.20
Nephrology

Managing hypertension with kidney disease

How can your kidneys cause you to have high blood pressure? Dr David Game, a renowned nephrologist based in London and specialising in chronic kidney disease and hypertension explains how problems in your kidneys can lead to hypertension and what lifestyle changes you need to make to improve it.

By Mr Ahmed R. Ahmed
30.07.20
Surgery

Weight loss surgery: Is it possible to prevent coronavirus?

In July 2020, the UK government launched a campaign to tackle obesity with weight loss surgery to help combat the health problems related to obesity, but also to help reduce the number of patients experiencing the severe symptoms of COVID-19. Obesity and becoming critically ill with coronavirus are linked. Mr Ahmed R. Ahmed, leading bariatric surgeon, explains the benefits of weight loss surgery in relation to COVID-19.

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