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Breathlessness: Your questions answered

Feeling short of breath, for example when exercising, is usually a healthy and natural response. However, breathlessness might sometimes be a sign of an underlying issue caused by respiratory, cardiac, or neurological issues for example. Here to provide an expert insight into breathlessness is Dr Amit Patel, leading London-based Consultant Respiratory physician.

Important things to know before undergoing rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty, more frequently called a nose job, is a procedure that changes the appearance of the nose. Before undergoing this surgery, there is a lot to consider. Esteemed London and Surrey-based consultant plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon Mr Paul Tulley discusses the procedure and offers his expert insight, sharing what you should know before rhinoplasty.

An expert’s guide to ACL reconstruction

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is an important ligament in the knee. It allows movement but also maintains the stability of the knee joint. If it tears due to strenuous movement, one option to speed up the recovery is to undergo ACL reconstruction. Revered orthopaedic knee surgeon Mr Simon Thompson shares his expertise on ACL reconstruction, discussing how he preforms the procedure.

Breathlessness: when should I see a doctor?

While occasionally feeling short of breath is a healthy and normal human response, having difficulty breathing (also known as breathlessness) may be a sign of a serious condition. Dr John Chinegwundoh, a highly-experienced Consultant Respiratory Physician, provides an expert insight into breathlessness, including when medical attention should be sought.

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