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Advice and further information Leaky gut syndrome
Leaky gut syndromeIf you have symptoms that are not explained by a diagnosis, it may help to read the topic on medically unexplained symptoms . Such mystery symptoms are surprisingly common, accounting for up to a fifth of all GP consultations in the UK. If you have been diagnosed with a particular health condition, you can look it up in our A-Z index of
Introduction Squamous cell carcinoma in situ
Squamous cell carcinoma in situBowen's disease is a very early form of skin cancer that's easily treatable. The main sign is a red, scaly patchon the skin. It affectsthe squamous cellswhich are in the outermost layer of skinand is sometimes referred to as squamous cell carcinoma in situ. The patch is usuallyvery slow-growing, but there's a small chance it could turn into
Introduction Leaky gut syndrome
Leaky gut syndrome"Leaky gut syndrome" is a proposed conditionsome health practitioners claimisthe cause ofa wide range oflong-term conditions, including Myalgic encephalomyelitis and multiple sclerosis (MS) . Proponents of"leaky gut syndrome" claim that many symptoms and conditions are caused by the immune system reacting to germs, toxinsor other
Causes of Bowen's disease Squamous cell carcinoma in situ
Squamous cell carcinoma in situBowen's disease usually affects older people in their 60s and 70s. The exact cause is unclear, but it has been closely linked with: long-term exposure to the sun or use of sunbeds especially in peoplewith fair skin having a weak immune system for example, it's more common in people taking medication to suppress their immune systemafter an
What causes osteophytes? Osteophyte (bone spur)
Osteophyte (bone spur)Osteophytes tend toform when the joints have been affected by arthritis. Osteoarthritis damages cartilage, which is the tough, white, flexible tissue that lines the bones and allows the joints to move easily. Osteoarthritis mostly occurs in the knees, hips, spineand small joints of the hands and base of the big toe. As thejointsbecome
When to see your GP Bromhidrosis (body odour)
Bromhidrosis (body odour)See your GP if: your sweating or body odour is causing you distress you notice a change in your body odour you suddenly begin to sweat much more than usual
Treating breast cancer in men Male breast cancer
Male breast cancerTreatment for breast cancer in men largely depends on how far the cancer has spread. Most hospitals use multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to treat men with breast cancer. These are teams of specialistswho work together to make decisions about the best way to proceed with your treatment. Deciding which treatment is best for you can often be
Patient story: "I want people to know this isn't just a girl's problem." Male breast cancer
Male breast cancerWhen John found a lump in his breast, he had no idea it was a sign of cancer. He tells us his story. "My wife and I were a bit concerned when we discovered a lump in my breast, so we went to the doctor. He said it was probably scar tissue caused by contact sports (I'd done a lot of judo in the past). "Around that time, I also noticed that my
I haven't been called for breast screening even though I'm over 50 do I need to contact anyone? Mammography
MammographyThe NHS Breast Screening Programme is a rolling one, which calls women from doctors' practices in turn. This means not every woman receives her invitation as soon as she is 50. It will be sometime between the ages of 50 and 53. In some parts of England, if you are aged 47-49, you could also be invited to screening as part of the trialextension of
Diagnosis Breast cancer
Breast cancerTests at the breast cancer clinic If you have suspected breast cancer, either because of your symptoms or because your mammogram has shown an abnormality, you'll be referred to a specialist breast cancer clinic for further tests. Mammogram and breast ultrasound If you have symptoms and have been referred to a specialist breast unitby your GP,