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- Varicose veins and spider veins
Smaller varicose veins are usually treated by sclerotherapy ? the injection of irritant chemicals into the affected vein.
- The dangers of sitting: why sitting is the new smoking
The less sitting or lying down you do during the day, the better your chances for living a healthy life.
- Haemorrhoids
A diet high in fibre can both treat and prevent haemorrhoids.
- Pregnancy - signs and symptoms
All women experience pregnancy differently, and you will experience different symptoms at different stages of your pregnancy.
- Leg ulcers
Age, varicose veins, smoking and arterial disease increase the risk of leg ulcers.
- Testicle injuries and conditions
If you injure your testicles, always seek urgent medical advice.
- Fluid retention (oedema)
Fluid retention (oedema) occurs when fluid isn't removed from the body tissues, including the skin. Causes include the body's reaction to hot weather, a high salt intake and menstrual cycle hormones.
- Testicular self examination
Men with an increased risk of testicular cancer should regularly examine their testicles for unusual lumps or swellings.
- Deep vein thrombosis
Long international flights are suspected of contributing to deep vein thrombosis in susceptible people.
- Wounds - how to care for them
Chronic wounds are more likely to heal if they are treated with moist rather than dry dressings.