Which colorectal symptoms need to be investigated?
Colorectal symptoms that need to be investigated: Rectal Bleeding – Especially Dark Stool and Blood Mixed and in the Stool Black Tar like Stool Change in Bowel Habit (Diarrhoea or Constipation) Lasting More than 4 Weeks Mass / Lump Protruding at Anal Verge Symptoms and Signs of Anaemia eg. Blood Test Shows Iron Deficiency or […]
Bowel Cancer Screening
Bowel cancer is the second most common cause of death from cancer in the UK and yet can be cured if treated early. Early detection and removal of certain types of polyps may also prevent Colorectal cancer from developing. Most patients are referred to The Rectal Clinic are sent by their Doctor with symptoms requiring […]
Skin related medical terms explained
Acne and SpotsDeveloping spots may occur from 10-40 years of age. Treatments are available and will be tailored to your individual skin type. Advice on sun awarenessThe UV rays from the sun are potentially cancerous but the sun is also an important source for vitamin D. Care needs to be taken between 11-3pm and sunscreens […]
Mole Checking
What are moles? Moles are harmless (benign) but malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer which can arise from a mole or just appear. The clues that a spot on the skin might be cancerous include changes in the size, shape and colour. When should you be concerned about a mole? Monitoring your moles […]
What is Cartilage Regeneration?
Cartilage regeneration has a long clinical history that is aimed at restoring cartilage in the area where it was damaged or lost. The loss or damage of cartilage causes inflammation in the joints due to the pressure being unloaded on the underlying bone. Negligence could even result to damage on cartilages close to that area […]
Lipogems
Lipogems is a game changing regenerative medicine therapy that can be used to treat a wide range of orthopaedic conditions. Fat tissue is taken from your own body and transformed into an injectable substance that has unique and remarkable healing properties. Download the patient brochure
Platelet Rich Plasma – Injection Therapy
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is an innovative treatment in sports and orthopaedic medicine which uses your own blood for healing muscle, tendon and ligament injuries. The concentrated platelets found in PRP contain growth factors that are vital to initiate and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration. Benefits of Platelet rich plasma (PRP) If you are suffering […]
What is Meniscus?
Meniscus a C-shaped piece of hard cartilage found inside the knee joint between the femur & tibia. It works as shock absorbant, reducing pressure to the cartilage and the bone in the joint. If torn it can cause severe sharp pain in the knee and may result in swelling and stiffness in the joint blocking […]
Breast cancer in men
Breast cancer is very rare in men with the diagnosis and treatment being exactly the same as that for women. What causes breast cancer in men? Although breast cancer is very rare in men under 60, it is most common in men who have had several close members of their family, diagnosed with breast cancer: […]
What is mastalgia?
Mastalgia is a medical term for breast pain and is rarely a symptom of a serious disease, however can be debilitating and cause anxiety. The key step in management of breast pain is accurate diagnosis as sometimes neck, muscle and chest wall problems can present a pain in the breast. Mastalgia occurs in two-thirds of […]
