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Nail diseases

Conditions

Dermatology

What are nail diseases? Your nails can be an indicator of your general state of health, signalling problems and issues through discolouration and overall growth rate. Discolouration can be an indicator of kidney, heart and lung diseases, among other conditions. Therefore it is important to keep an eye on your nail health as their appearance can be an indicator of other pathologies. However,

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Nanofat

Treatment

Aesthetic Medicine

What is Nanofat grafting? Nanofat grafting is a minimally invasive procedure that counteracts the signs of ageing by regenerating the skin. To do this, a specialist will use liquified and filtered fat, which is rich in stem cells, from the patient’s own body.   Why is it done? Nanofat grafting rejuvenates the face and body by restoring the volume and quality of

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Nanofat for hair loss

Treatment

Aesthetic Medicine

Nanofat treatment for hair lossNanofat is a fine, liquid form of autologous fat that has been processed (emulsified and filtered) to remove mature fat cells while preserving stem cells and regenerative growth factors. It can be used to rejuvenate hair follicles and improve scalp health through minimally invasive injections.How does nanofat work?Harvesting: A small amount of fat is gently removed f

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NanoKnife

Treatment

Urology

What is NanoKnife treatment? The NanoKnife, also called irreversible electroporation therapy, is a minimally invasive treatment for prostate cancer. It involves using quick electrical pulses to target hard-to-reach tumours of the prostate. It can also be used for pancreatic and liver cancer treatments, when the tumours are in similarly complicated locations.     The NanoK

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Narcolepsy

Conditions

Neurology

What is narcolepsy? Narcolepsy is a neurological condition which affects your brain’s control over when you sleep. It’s a condition characterised by 'sleep attacks' during the day, where you suddenly fall asleep without control.   Narcolepsy is relatively rare, affecting just one in 2000 people, and affecting men and women equally. The cause is not clear,

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Nasal cancer

Conditions

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

What is nose and sinus cancer? Nose and sinus cancer is a type of head and neck cancer concentrated in the nasal passages and sinuses.  Author: BruceBlaus: WikiMedia Commons What are the symptoms of nose and sinus cancer? This rare type of cancer has symptoms similar to that of the common cold or flu, which can make it difficult to spot. The symptoms include: Persi

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Nasal deformity

Conditions

Otolaryngology ENT

What are nasal deformities? Nasal deformities are anomalies in the shape and/or function of the nose. They are relatively common and many are simply aesthetic issues that cause no symptoms, although many patients are unhappy with their appearance because of the shape of their nose. However, in some cases, nasal deformities can cause difficulty breathing, and treatment may be needed to improv

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Nasal endoscopy

Medical tests

Otolaryngology ENT

What is a nasal endoscopy? A nasal endoscopy is a multifunctional exploratory procedure performed at the otorhinolaryngologist’s clinic to examine the nose, neck and larynx. It is carried out using a flexible fibre-optic instrument with a cold light source, a camera and a monitor. This allows for an easy and direct exploration of cavities in the body that are normally difficult to see.

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Nasal polyps

Conditions

Otolaryngology ENT

What are nasal polyps? Nasal polyps are semi-transparent growths that can form in any part of the sino-nasal mucosa. These are benign, but they may grow to the extent that they obstruct the nasal cavities. This condition is also called polypoid sinusitis. The polyps can develop at different sites in the cavities, but usually new ones develop further inwards, most typically on the roof and sides

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