Ways to Reduce Gout Attacks: Prevention and Treatment

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis shown by sudden, severe pain and swelling in the joints. It is caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood, leading to the formation of sharp needle-like crystals in the joints. This condition most commonly affects the big toe, but other joints such as the knees, […]

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Ways to Reduce Gout Attacks: Prevention and Treatment

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis shown by sudden, severe pain and swelling in the joints. It is caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood, leading to the formation of sharp needle-like crystals in the joints. This condition most commonly affects the big toe, but other joints such as the knees, […]

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What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea?

If you wake up frequently throughout the night, you could be experiencing obstructive sleep apnoea. A common sleep disorder that affects an estimated 1.5 million adults in the UK, sleep apnoea occurs when you stop breathing for more than 10 seconds at a time while asleep. It could happen once or twice, or potentially hundreds […]

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Men’s Health – Prostate Assessment

Know the signs, put your health first Prostate problems are a very common issue in men over 50. Prostates tend to get larger as men get older and this can cause a range of problems that can impact quality of life. Even though prostate enlargement does not always mean you have cancer, it is still […]

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Men’s Health: Check Yourself

Check Yourself! Testicular cancer is one of the less common cancers in men and mostly affects men between the age of 15 to 49. Even so, it is important to know how to check yourself and to regularly do it. At KIMS Hospital, Men’s Health is important to us and we can support with the […]

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Feeling of something in the throat

Are you experiencing the sensation of having something lodged in your throat, like a persistent lump or an uncomfortable tightness? If so, you might have a condition known as Globus Pharyngeus. This feeling, often referred to as a globus sensation, can be distressing, but understanding its causes and seeking appropriate guidance can help alleviate your […]

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Shoulder pain? Could it be tendonitis?

The shoulder is one of the most complex joints of the body as it’s a combination of five joints allowing a 360 degree arc of movement. The shoulder can assume over 1,000 positions making it vulnerable to overuse and injury. Shoulder pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages which can occur […]

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