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Renal Cysts – 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 renal cyst? A renal cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms in the kidney. Most renal cysts are simple and harmless, but some can be complex and may require monitoring. 2.…
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Pyelonephritis – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is pyelonephritis? Pyelonephritis is a kidney infection that occurs when bacteria travel from the bladder to the kidneys. It can cause serious illness if not treated promptly. 2. What causes pyelonephritis? The infection…
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is COPD? COPD is a chronic lung disease that causes persistent airflow limitation and breathing difficulty. It mainly includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema and usually worsens gradually over time. 2. What causes COPD?…
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Thalassaemia – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is thalassaemia? Thalassaemia is an inherited blood disorder that affects the body’s ability to produce normal haemoglobin, leading to anaemia and reduced oxygen delivery to tissues. 2. What causes thalassaemia? Thalassaemia is caused…
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Kidney Stones – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What are kidney stones? Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys. They can vary in size and may cause significant pain when passing through the urinary tract.…
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Haemochromatosis – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is haemochromatosis? Haemochromatosis is a condition in which the body absorbs too much iron from food, leading to excess iron being stored in organs such as the liver, heart, pancreas, and joints. 2.…
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Lactose Intolerance – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is lactose intolerance? Lactose intolerance is a digestive condition in which the body is unable to properly digest lactose, the natural sugar found in milk and dairy products. This happens because of low…
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Coeliac 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 coeliac disease? Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition in which eating gluten triggers an immune reaction that damages the lining of the small intestine. This damage affects nutrient absorption. 2. What causes…
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency – FAQs
Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is vitamin B12 deficiency? Vitamin B12 deficiency occurs when the body does not have enough vitamin B12 to support red blood cell production, nerve function, and brain health. It can lead to anaemia…