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281 sourced articles · page 5 of 12Ultrasound scan: what to expect, common uses, safety and preparation
An ultrasound scan uses sound waves, not radiation, to make live pictures inside the body. This article explains uses, preparation, what happens, safety, results and when to see a…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Lab tests and scansMRI scan: what to expect, safety checks, metal implants and noise
An MRI scan uses strong magnets and radio waves, not X-rays, to make detailed pictures. This article explains uses, safety checks, implants, contrast, noise, anxiety and when to s…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Lab tests and scansCT scan: what to expect, contrast dye and radiation risks explained
A CT scan uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed slice pictures of the body. This article explains uses, preparation, contrast dye, radiation, pregnancy and when to speak to …
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Lab tests and scansX-ray test: what to expect, how safe it is and when it is used
An X-ray uses a small amount of radiation to make pictures of bones and some organs. This article explains uses, preparation, what happens, safety, pregnancy and when to see a doc…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Lab tests and scansUrine test (urinalysis): what it shows and how to give a sample
A urinalysis examines your urine for colour, cells and chemicals. This article explains what it checks, how to give a clean catch sample, what results may mean and when to see a d…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Lab tests and scansComplete blood count (CBC) test: what it checks and results
A complete blood count counts the red cells, white cells and platelets in your blood. This article explains what it measures, why it is ordered, what happens and how to read your …
6 min read · 20 Oct 2026Kidney and urologyKidney failure: dialysis, transplant and choosing a treatment
Kidney failure means the kidneys can no longer do enough of their work. This article compares dialysis, transplant and conservative care, and explains how people choose with their…
6 min read · 20 Oct 2026Kidney and urologyUrinary incontinence: types, causes and ways to regain control
Urinary incontinence means leaking urine without meaning to. This article explains the types, causes, tests, treatments and self-care steps, and why it is worth talking to a docto…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Kidney and urologyEnlarged prostate (BPH): symptoms, tests and treatment options
An enlarged prostate is common in older men and can make passing urine difficult. This article explains symptoms, tests, treatment choices, self-care and when to seek urgent help.
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Kidney and urologyKidney stones: symptoms, treatment and ways to lower your risk
Kidney stones are hard masses that form from substances in urine. This article explains symptoms, tests, treatment options, prevention and when pain or fever needs urgent care.
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Kidney and urologyUrinary tract infections: symptoms, treatment and prevention
A urinary tract infection affects the bladder, urethra or kidneys. This article covers symptoms, risk factors, treatment, prevention and the signs that mean you need urgent help.
6 min read · 20 Oct 2026Kidney and urologyChronic kidney disease: signs, tests and everyday management
Chronic kidney disease is a long-term loss of kidney function that often causes no symptoms early on. This article explains risks, tests, management and when to get help.
6 min read · 20 Oct 2026HomoeopathyChoosing a registered homoeopathic practitioner in India, a review
Not everyone who practises homoeopathy has the same training. This review explains what to check, what to ask and how to keep your care coordinated and safe.
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026HomoeopathyUsing homoeopathy alongside modern medicine: safe steps, a review
If you use homoeopathy, official advice is to keep your doctor informed and not replace proven care. This review explains the safe steps for adults, children and long-term conditi…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026HomoeopathyHomoeopathic medicines: safety, quality and reading labels, a review
Homoeopathic products are often thought to be harmless, but official sources note some risks. This review covers safety, quality, labels and groups who need extra care.
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026HomoeopathyHomoeopathy and the evidence: what Indian and US bodies say, a review
Indian and US official bodies describe homoeopathy differently. This review sets out what each says about research, evidence and approval so readers can make informed choices.
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026HomoeopathyHow homoeopathy is regulated in India: laws and standards, a review
India regulates homoeopathy through a national commission, drug laws and a pharmacopoeia of quality standards. This review explains who does what and what patients can check.
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026HomoeopathyHomoeopathy explained: principles and use in India, a review
Homoeopathy is one of the Ayush systems of medicine in India. This review explains its official principles, how medicines are made and used, and why it should never replace urgent…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Stomach and liverCoeliac disease and gluten: symptoms, testing and a gluten-free diet
Coeliac (celiac) disease is a lifelong immune condition triggered by gluten. This article explains symptoms, who is at risk, how it is diagnosed and how a gluten-free diet is used.
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Stomach and liverPeptic ulcers and H. pylori: symptoms, causes and treatment
A peptic ulcer is a sore in the lining of the stomach or the first part of the small intestine. This article covers causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and the warning signs of ble…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Stomach and liverConstipation in adults: causes, self-care and when to see a doctor
Constipation means passing stool less often than usual or with difficulty. This article explains causes, everyday self-care, the role of laxatives and the warning signs that need …
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Stomach and liverHepatitis B: how it spreads, how it is tested and how to prevent it
Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection that can be short-term or lifelong. This article explains how it spreads, how it is tested for, how it is managed and how vaccination preven…
6 min read · 20 Oct 2026Stomach and liverFatty liver disease (MASLD): causes, tests and lifestyle care
Fatty liver disease happens when too much fat builds up in the liver. This article explains MASLD, its risk factors, how it is found, and the lifestyle steps that support liver he…
5 min read · 20 Oct 2026Stomach and liverIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS): symptoms, tests and self-care
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gut condition with recurring belly pain and changes in bowel habits. This article explains symptoms, triggers, how it is diagnosed and e…
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