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Anal Cancer – Presentation, Risk factors and Prevention
Anal Cancer – Presentation, Risk Factors and Prevention Symptoms Patients with Anal cancer may exhibit: Bleeding from lower passage. Pain, itch or feeling of fullness in the area of the anus A mass or growth in the anal canal A discharge of mucus from the anus Loss of bowel control Risk factors Several factors have […]
World Aids Day 2019
Since 1988, World AIDS Day has been on the 1st of December, to raise awareness about the disease caused by the spread of HIV infection. What is HIV? This stands for the human immunodeficiency virus which targets and destroys cells from our immune system (CD4 cells) which are needed to help the body respond to […]
Long term pelvic pain in men- could it be prostatitis?
Movember tradition has raised awareness of men’s health and concerns. This has historically been a tricky area for men to discuss and consult on. Breaking through these barriers and raising awareness will improve early diagnosis and better management. A common condition that we see in General practice is Prostatitis, which is inflammation of the prostate. […]
Adult ADHD – An Increasingly Recognised And Diagnosed Condition
What is ADHD? ADHD is an abbreviation for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD is a is one of the most-common psychiatric syndrome characterised by the extreme end of a spectrum in terms of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. Adults with ADHD are significantly more likely than the general population to experience other mental health conditions: in […]
Open Day ROC Clinic Aberdeen- Westhill
Networking for Businesses in need of a Responsive Occupational Health Service You are invited to our Business Open Day on Wed 6th November 2019! Register today for a 1:1 visit to our clinic. We recommend that a time is booked in advance of your visit.The success of our business is down to 3 simple core […]
Childhood Check-ups – Are they needed, and how often?
As the new school term approached, parents desperately were getting things organised, whether that was uniforms, lunches, after-school clubs, helping with holiday homework etc. Child health checks and vaccinations are usually the last thing on a parent’s mind. However, it is really important to get your child used to the healthcare setting early in life, […]
The ‘New Diet’ – the arrival of Personalised Nutrition Plan
Most of us are either actively trying, aspiring or planning to be fitter, lighter and eat better. We read about various diets, and wandering which one will give us the best long-lasting result with the minimum effort required; whether that is easy cooking, eating mostly what you like and still having a treat if possible. […]
Ovarian cancer – are we any further forward in earlier detection?
Ovarian cancer is the 6th most common female cancer in the UK, with around 7,500 new cases diagnosed each year. This is equivalent to 20 new cases being diagnosed each day. Why Is Ovarian Cancer Often Diagnosed Late? Unfortunately, it is a condition that is often diagnosed late, with only a third of women surviving […]
Lyme Disease – a rising concern
It is common knowledge that a tick bite leading to a ‘bulls eye’ rash is indicative of Lyme Disease. But how many patients have such a clear presentation? Not many or hardly any, at least not they we come across in our private practice. Most commonly patients present in private practice questioning whether: Symptoms they […]
Treating Erectile Dysfunction just got easier: the 5 days shockwave treatment
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when a man cannot achieve and/or maintain a full erection. Sometimes the penis may become semi-erect but may not be hard enough to have sex. In some cases there is no change to the penis at all. Most men at some point in their lives may be affected by ED on […]
