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Four reasons for period pain
Period pain, also known as dysmenorrhea, is a very common symptom in women during their reproductive years.
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Life after breast cancer surgery
After breast cancer treatment, you'll continue to be monitored and remain under the care of your cancer team for at least five years.
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How stress affects your health and wellbeing
Stress is something most people face at some time in their lives.
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Hair loss in women: causes and treatments
It’s normal to lose some hair every day.
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The top five exercises for over 50s
Keeping active and exercising regularly can help you stay independent and energetic as you get older.
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What you need to know about allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) affects around one in four UK adults and is becoming increasingly common.
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Hernia repair surgery: procedure, benefits, risks and recovery
Mr Youssef says if you suffer pain or other symptoms from your hernia, he recommends you have it surgically repaired.
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Inguinal hernia FAQs
Every year around 20 million people worldwide undergo surgery to repair an inguinal hernia, revealing just how common inguinal hernias are.
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What is chronic pain and how is it treated?
Around a quarter of the population in the UK will experience chronic (long-term) pain at some point in their lives.
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Optician, optometrist and ophthalmologist: what’s the difference?
Most people will be familiar with their local optometrist and optician, though fewer will have interacted with an ophthalmologist.
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Lens replacement surgery: an effective solution for age-related long-sightedness
As we get older, our vision changes and it becomes harder to focus on near objects.
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Five reasons you may be sweating a lot
Sweating is your body’s way of cooling down. You may sweat after exercise or when the weather is warm.
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Burping: why we do it and what can go wrong
Burping refers to the release of excess gas through the mouth. It happens because every time we talk or swallow, we are swallowing air.
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Robotic-assisted knee surgery: patient journey
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Professor Pradhan details the patient pathway journey for surgery using advanced robotic surgical assistant.
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Ask the expert: what is Dupuytren's contracture?
Dupuytren's contracture refers to thickening of the tissue underneath the skin of the palm and/or fingers.
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Arthritis in children: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options
Around one in every 1,000 children in the UK has juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). This type of arthritis first occurs in those aged u...
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10 foods that are good for your eyes
A healthy diet can be a great way to take care of your eyes.
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How to stop heavy periods
It can be hard to know if you have heavy periods, medically known as menorrhagia.
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Male hair loss: seven things you should know
Hair loss is something most men would prefer to avoid, but if it’s happening to you, you’re far from alone.
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What to expect after a vasectomy
Around 11,000 vasectomies are performed in the UK every year. A vasectomy refers to surgical sterilisation for men.
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What causes anal (rectal) discharge?
Anal discharge refers to the release of fluids, usually pus, mucus or blood, from your back passage (anus).
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Five common indigestion myths dispelled
Around 40% of the UK population experiences indigestion every year.
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What you need to know about ovarian cysts
Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that grow on the ovaries, and are very common in women before menopause.
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Ask the expert: what is age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?
Almost two million people in the UK live with sight loss, with around 360,000 registered as blind or partially sighted.
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