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Fenofibrate – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is fenofibrate? Fenofibrate is a cholesterol-lowering medication used mainly to reduce high triglyceride levels and improve abnormal blood fats. It is often prescribed when triglycerides are very high or when other lipid treatments…
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Cellulitis – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is cellulitis? Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and underlying tissues, causing redness, swelling, warmth, and pain. It commonly affects the lower legs but can occur anywhere on the body. 2.…
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Boil (Furuncle) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is a boil? A boil, also called a furuncle, is a painful, red, pus-filled lump that develops in a hair follicle or oil gland. It often starts as a tender area and gradually…
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Psychotherapy – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is psychotherapy? Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, is a treatment for mental health conditions, emotional difficulties, and stress-related issues. It involves talking with a trained therapist to understand thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and…
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MASLD (Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatotic Liver Disease) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is MASLD? MASLD is a condition in which fat accumulates in the liver due to metabolic dysfunction, such as insulin resistance, obesity, high blood sugar, or abnormal cholesterol. It is the updated term…
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Folliculitis – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is folliculitis? Folliculitis is an inflammation or infection of hair follicles, causing small red bumps or pustules on the skin. It commonly occurs on areas exposed to friction, shaving, or sweating. 2. What…
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Paronychia – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is paronychia? Paronychia is an infection or inflammation of the skin around a fingernail or toenail. It usually affects the nail fold and can be acute (sudden onset) or chronic (long-lasting). 2. What…
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Faecal Calprotectin – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is faecal calprotectin? Faecal calprotectin is a protein found in white blood cells that appears in the stool when there is inflammation in the intestines. It is used as a non-invasive marker to…
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is IBD? Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a term for chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, mainly including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. It causes ongoing gastrointestinal symptoms and may affect quality of…
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Barrett’s Oesophagus – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is Barrett’s oesophagus? Barrett’s oesophagus is a condition in which the normal lining of the lower oesophagus changes to a different type of tissue, usually as a result of long-term acid reflux (gastro-oesophageal…