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Top 5 common foot problems and how to prevent them
Foot problems can significantly affect daily life, from causing discomfort to limiting mobility. This article will explore the top five common foot issues: bunions, fallen arches, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, and plantar fasciitis. We will also provide practical tips on how to prevent these conditions from occurring or worsening.
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Stereotactic radiotherapy in the management of early-stage lung cancer
Stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT), also known as stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), is an advanced form of radiation therapy that delivers highly focused beams of radiation to a specific target within the body. Leading consultant clinical oncologist Dr Crispin Hiley tells us all about how it’s used in the management of early-stage lung cancer.
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High blood pressure in pregnancy
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can develop during pregnancy and may lead to complications if not properly managed. Here to tell us all about is leading obstetrician and sub-specialist in foetal and maternal medicine, Dr Emma Shawkat.
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Surgery
Busting myths and managing hernias: what you need to know
Learn the facts about hernias, debunk common myths, and discover effective management options, including when surgery is necessary. Stay informed and take control of your health.
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Happy feet: The ultimate guide to preventing common foot problems
We take a look at ways to prevent common foot problems in this informative article.
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Colorectal surgery
Haemorrhoids, also known as piles, are not only a condition but pre-existing blood vessels anchored around the anal canal to protect it. During bowel movements, they act as a cushion and swell. When the anchors securing the blood vessels break away from the canal wall, they shift closer to the surface of the skin and become visible or palpable – and this is what most people mean when they refer to haemorrhoids as a condition.
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
From childbirth to menopause: How your pelvic floor changes and what you can do about it
Learn about changes that can happen to the pelvic floor from childbirth, through to menopause.
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Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Wisdom teeth: when to keep them and when to let go
Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last set of teeth to develop, typically emerging in late adolescence or early adulthood. While some individuals have no issues with their wisdom teeth, others may experience complications that necessitate their removal.
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Dermatology
More than skin-deep: a guide to skin rash diagnoses
Most people have experienced a rash in one form or another – and there are many, many forms! When diagnosing and treating a rash, there are a lot of characteristics to take into account, like where the rash appears, the colour and the texture, and further information is needed such as allergies, recent activity, diet, and environment… it can be overwhelming to wade through all the possibilities. Luckily, celebrated consultant dermatologist Dr Eugene Ong shares his knowledge in this handy guide.
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All about video capsule endoscopy
Leading consultant gastroenterologist and specialist endoscopist Dr Adam Humphries discusses what a video capsule endoscopy is, in expert detail.
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