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By Mr Aza Mohammed
03.02.20
Urologist

Kidney stone prevention: foods to eat and avoid

Passing a stone can be excruciating, and although kidney stones don't typically cause any damage, nobody wants to go through that more than once! Mr Aza Mohammed, a leading urological surgeon, details the small changes you can make to your diet which will prevent these stones coming back.

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By Dr Malini Uppal
03.02.20
Fertility specialist

Do I qualify to be an egg donor?

You may decide to donate your eggs because you have friends who are struggling to conceive or you just want to do something kind and make the dreams of parenthood become a reality for someone. The first thing you should find out though is whether or not you're a suitable candidate to donate. Dr Malini Uppal, a fertility specialist in Central London, offers this unique guide for those who are considering it.

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By Mr Jaspal Virdi
31.01.20
Urologist

SpaceOAR® Hydrogel: reducing the side-effects of prostate cancer radiation therapy

SpaceOAR® Hydrogel protects the quality of life for men undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Mr Jaspal Virdi, an expert urological surgeon based in Essex and Hertfordshire, details the benefits of using this absorbable implant and how it can reduce some of the unpleasant side-effects of radiation exposure allowing men to go continue their usual daily-activities during therapy.

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By Mr Sanjay Agrawal
31.01.20
Surgeon

All you need to know about gastric band removal

There are a few rare cases where the gastric band, which is used in weight loss surgery, needs to be removed. Who better to ask than one of our expert weight loss surgeons Mr Sanjay Agrawal as to the possible reasons why this might happen.

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By Mr Jonathan Walczak
31.01.20
Orthopaedic surgeon

ACL injuries: your FAQ

Do you, or someone close to you, feel like an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury is a possibility? Mr Walczak answers common questions regarding the symptoms; who's most at risk; if all ACL injuries require surgery and more.

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By Dr Amit Mohindra
31.01.20
Dentist

Teeth in a Day: what can I expect?

Considering having a dental implant but wondering just how quickly it can be done? We've asked one of our top dental implantologists Dr Amit Mohindra all about the treatment Teeth in a Day, where an implant is fitted on the same day.

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By Mr Neil Haldar
29.01.20
Urologist

Bladder cancer: risk factors & prevention

Primarily affecting those over 60, bladder cancer continues to affect over 10,000 people every year. So knowing what causes this disease can help you reduce, or even prevent it from developing. Mr Neil Halder, a leading urological surgeon based in Buckinghamshire, explains how small changes to your lifestyle can help.

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By Mr Dean Michael
29.01.20
Orthopaedic surgeon

Hip problems in young adults: why does my hip hurt?

For those of us who are regularly active, we are not immune to the potential damage that can occur to the body over time. Here, expert orthopaedic surgeon Mr Dean Michael explains everything that you need to know about hip problems in young adults.

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By Mr Rakesh Jayaswal
29.01.20
Ophthalmologist

I'm 46 years old, what are my options for correcting my vision?

For those who are middle-aged plus and who wear reading glasses, your vision can be corrected! Eye specialist and co-found of LaserVision clinic Mr Rakesh Jayaswal explains the procedures available for correcting eyesight.

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By Miss Tanaya Sarkhel
28.01.20
Orthopaedic surgeon

What happens if carpal tunnel syndrome isn’t treated?

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that requires treatment to maintain different functions of the hand and fingers. Read on to find out exactly why treatment for CTS is so important, as explained by Miss Tanaya Sarkhel.

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