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Anal cancer is a rare cancer that can often be prevented or detected at a pre-cancerous stage by reducing exposure to human papillomavirus (HPV), treating anal intraepithelial neoplasia (AIN), and inv...

Recovery after joint replacement usually takes several weeks to several months, with progress depending on the joint replaced, the type of surgery, general health and individual circumstances.

Trauma can affect work in ways that are not always obvious. Someone may be sleeping badly, struggling to concentrate, becoming unusually alert to possible threat, avoiding particular situations, or ex...

Minimally invasive hip replacement uses muscle-sparing techniques that can lead to faster recovery, less pain and a shorter hospital stay than traditional open surgery.

Here to tell us when women should seek a visit to a cardiologist for chest pain is revered consultant cardiologist, Dr Punam Pabari.

Iron deficiency occurs when the body does not have enough iron to produce healthy red blood cells, and an intravenous (IV) iron infusion may be recommended when oral iron is unsuitable, ineffective or...

Uterine fibroids usually need treatment only when they cause troublesome symptoms, affect quality of life, contribute to fertility problems, or become sufficiently large to cause pressure on surroundi...

Learn about breast cancer in young women, including its symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options. Understand how early detection can improve outcomes and find resources for emotional support. Emp...

Chest pain has many causes ranging from benign muscle strain to life-threatening heart attacks, requiring immediate medical assessment for any new or severe episodes.

The umbilical cord provides your baby with oxygen and nutrients throughout pregnancy. After birth, the cord is clamped and cut, leaving a small stump attached to your baby’s tummy. Over the following ...