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weight management
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Nutrition & dietetics

A guide to weight management

Weight plays a significant part in our health, and being under- or overweight can have devastating and chronic consequences, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, infertility, and diabetes. In this article, a GP shares their guide on managing weight in ways that are optimal for health.

A man cycling after knee replacement surgery
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Orthopaedic surgery

Knee replacement surgery: All you need to know

Knee replacement surgery, also known as knee arthroplasty, is a common procedure aimed at improving the quality of life for those experiencing severe knee pain and limited mobility. For many, it offers a new lease on life by restoring function and reducing discomfort. If you or a loved one are considering this surgery, it’s important to understand the process, what to expect, and how it can benefit you.

Woman recovering from septorhinoplasty
Mr Makarand Tare

By Mr Makarand Tare
30.12.24

What is septorhinoplasty?

Septorhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that combines two distinct elements: the correction of the nasal septum and the reshaping of the external structure of the nose. It is performed to improve both functionality and aesthetics. For patients considering this surgery, it is important to understand how it works, the benefits it offers, and what to expect during and after the procedure.

fibromyalgia
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Rheumatology

A guide to managing fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that is characterised by musculoskeletal pain throughout the body. It is a condition that can cause a lot of hardship and discomfort for the many who have fibromyalgia, affecting around five per cent of the population and primarily women. It can be triggered suddenly, which is why in this article, consultant physician and rheumatologist Professor Hasan Tahir explains all about fibromyalgia and how it can be managed.

Immediate breast reconstruction
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Surgery

What you need to know about immediate breast reconstruction

In order to treat breast cancer and stop it from further metastasising, a mastectomy (removal of the breast or breasts) is sometimes necessitated. However, some patients can struggle with their self-image and confidence after a mastectomy due to the dramatic change in their body and silhouette. They may choose to get a breast reconstruction or augmentation surgery further down the line, but this means undergoing several major procedures, which can be tiring or even dangerous. An alternative for those who are undergoing a mastectomy but would like to maintain the breast shape is an immediate breast reconstruction, which is a surgery that combines a mastectomy with a reconstructive procedure at the same time. In this article, a consultant breast and oncoplastic surgeon explains this procedure, its benefits, and possible disadvantages.

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