Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Healthy lifestyle for a better management of Verneuil's disease (Hidradenitis suppurativa)

6 Jun 2024

Verneuil's disease (Hidradenitis suppurativa) is a chronic skin condition characterised by painful nodules and abscesses that progress to pus discharge, fistulae and increased scarring. There are...

Sleep apnea

CPAP for Sleep Apnoea: What are its side effects?

10 May 2024 • 2 Likes • 4 comments

Struggling with sleep apnoea can be exhausting, and while CPAP therapy offers much-needed relief, it's not without its challenges. From dry nose and mouth to skin irritation, the side effects can...

Asthma

Tips for relieving asthma symptoms without medication

7 May 2024 • 2 Likes

Asthma is a chronic disease that affects both children and adults, and can have a considerable impact on their quality of life. Although medication prescribed by doctors is essential to control the...

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia and dietary supplements: What are their benefits in managing the disease?

5 May 2024 • 3 Likes

Fibromyalgia is a chronic disease that affects around 3.3% of the world's population, with a higher prevalence among women. It is characterised by diffuse, persistent pain and excessive sensitivity...

How to get rid of Endocrine Disruptors hiding in your household?

4 May 2024 • 13 Likes • 1 comment

Hidden within our everyday surroundings are chemicals known as endocrine disruptors, which can interfere with our hormonal systems and are capable of causing serious health issues such as cancer,...

Cancer

Cancer-related Fatigue: Everything you need to know!

3 May 2024 • 1 Like

According to Cancer Research UK, the country sees an estimated 375,400 new cancer diagnoses each year. Approximately 49% of these cases occur in women, while men account for 51% of the cases.Fatigue...

Adenomyosis
Endometriosis

Endometriosis: which healthcare professionals and doctors should you see?

28 Mar 2024 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Endometriosis is a chronic gynaecological disease that affects millions of women around the world. It causes intense pain, fertility problems and other disabling symptoms. For the management of...

Scanxiety in caregivers: understanding and managing medical-exam related anxiety

3 Feb 2024 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

Behind the scenes of the healthcare journey, a little-known but poignant issue looms large for carers and their loved ones: scanxiety. Today, we take a look at the deep-seated apprehension that...

Menopause: how does it affect a woman's sex life?

29 Jan 2024 • 4 Likes • 1 comment

Our body and sexuality change with age. Menopause, for example, can have a significant impact on a woman's sex life. But do not worry: solutions do exist! So what is the menopause and how does it...

Interoception: when our body speaks to us

22 Jan 2024 • 5 Likes • 1 comment

Interoception defines our ability to be aware, or perceive ("ception"), the interior ("intero") of our body. Perception is not only directed outwards: when you feel your heartbeat speeding up, or...

Cutting lactose out of your diet: who can it help and in what way?

15 Jan 2024 • 1 Like

Lactose can sometimes be poorly digested, and thus become a source of discomfort, causing bloating, abdominal pain and diarrhoea. If you experience such symptoms after consuming dairy products, you...

Ankylosing spondylitis

Who should be on your ankylosing spondylitis (AS) healthcare team?

12 Jan 2024

Living with ankylosing spondylitis can be difficult: managing this condition requires a multidisciplinary approach involving a wide range of healthcare professionals, so building the right healthcare...