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Understanding Breast Consultations: Your Guide to Breast Health
Your breasts are a vital part of your health, and taking proactive steps to ensure their well-being is essential.A breast consultation can be a valuable tool in achieving this goal.
Pregnancy is a journey filled with moments of joy and anticipation, and the anomaly scan—or anatomy scan—is a significant and exciting milestone.
This article will guide you through what an anomaly scan is, what to expect during the procedure, the findings you might encounter, and how to interpret the results.
At 12 weeks, the countdown to meeting your little one officially begins!
This important prenatal scan marks your first chance to peek into their tiny world, revealing exciting details and addressing any early concerns.
An elbow lump is an abnormal bump, swelling, or protrusion on the inner or outer side of the elbow. Lumps can appear on the elbow for a number of reasons, including injury, disease, and skin infection.
The pregnancy journey is filled with moments of excitement and anticipation, and one of the most eagerly awaited is the gender scan.
Shoulder injuries can be more than just a nuisance. It can disrupt your daily routine, limiting your movements and causing discomfort that's hard to ignore.
Your shoulder is a highly flexible ball-and-socket joint made up of the humerus (your upper arm bone), the clavicle (your collarbone), and the scapula (or the shoulder blade).
Discovering a lump in your shoulder can be an unsettling experience, causing both physical discomfort and a wave of concern.
It's important to understand potential shoulder lump causes, recognise the accompanying symptoms, and explore the available diagnostic methods to gain clarity and peace of mind.
A testicular lump is any mass that forms in one or both of the testicles. They are quite common and can occur at any age.
Adult men, teenagers, and even younger boys can experience lumps, which might appear in one or both testicles.
Forearm lumps can have a broad range of causes and symptoms. If you’ve found lumps in your forearm, early diagnosis by an elbow and forearm ultrasound is the first step along your road to recovery.
Ultrasound’s Role in Identifying Lumps on the Wrist and Hand
If you’ve found a lump on your wrist or hand, a trip to visit a physician is in order. Early identification (1) by hand or wrist ultrasound and follow-up treatment gives you the best chance of recovery, no matter what they turn out to be.
Testicular ultrasounds are a safe and non-invasive way for doctors to assess and diagnose abnormalities in the testicles. If you’re anxious about the procedure, don’t worry—it’s natural to feel that way.
A commonly used test is the Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT), also known as the Prenatal Test. The test is designed to screen the foetus for genetic conditions and chromosomal abnormalities.
Breast lumps are not always cancerous, and many are harmless.
However, if you have found a lump in your breast, it’s best to have it checked by a qualified healthcare professional.
Are you excited to catch a glimpse of your little one during the third trimester?
A growth scan, also known as a baby wellbeing or reassurance scan, offers just that.This non-invasive ultrasound measures your baby’s size and overall health, providing vital information about their growth and development.
A breast ultrasound is a non-invasive, painless, and safe way to examine the internal structure of the breast.
This procedure is a valuable tool in the early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer and provide information to help guide treatment decisions.
Armpit lumps are a common occurrence for both men and women. They can range in size and have multiple causes.
Congratulations on your pregnancy. The journey ahead could not be more exciting for you and your family.
As you progress and your baby grows, you’ll likely attend many healthcare appointments. In the early stages, these appointments assess your overall health and ensure your pregnancy progresses as expected.
There are many different types of neck lumps, each with its own causes and symptoms. Most are harmless and will go away on their own, while others may require follow-up testing and treatment.
When you need to take your child for a doctor’s appointment, it’s natural to worry about how much you should tell them. On the one hand, you don’t want to concern them or cause them to worry.
When you’re pregnant, it’s natural to want to be as healthy as possible. You want to protect and nourish your unborn baby and look after yourself as your body changes.
However, it can feel like everyone is full of advice, and everywhere you look, there is more information than you can take in.
Ultrasound imaging: A safe and effective diagnostic tool
If your doctor has requested an ultrasound, you may be feeling a little apprehensive or curious about the procedure.
When life is busy, making the changes you need to improve your health can feel like a challenge.
Chances are, you’d like to eat a healthier diet, and you know you should be working out three times a week, but you simply don’t have the time or the inclination.
Sleep is essential to both our mental and physical health. So why does it seem like such a challenge to get a consistent amount of rest every night?
There are many factors that can cause a lack of sleep, including stress, illness, and the light from current technologies.
Why Do My Breasts Hurt?
Breast pain is a common condition that is usually nothing to worry about.
However, it’s important to know the difference between harmless breast pain and pain that may indicate a more serious underlying condition so you can quickly access the care you
Testicular cancer affects the testicles, the male sex organs located inside the scrotum behind the penis.
Testicles have a vital role in the male reproductive system as they produce sperm, as well as the hormone testosterone.
Breast cancer is cancer that develops in breast cells. The most common cancer for females in the UK, Cancer Research UK reports 55,176 new breast cancer cases in the UK between 2015 and 2017, and 11,547 deaths between 2016 and 2018.
Ultrasound imaging is utilised in various medical settings, from GP to hospital specialists, such as Obstetrics, Oncology and Orthopaedics.
Gallstones are small stones that can develop in your Gallbladder. Many people may have gallstones and not even realise.
