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Irritable bowel is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints. There is no cure but this article gives practical suggestions for managing the condition.

Diverticulitis is a painful bowel condition which is associated with ageing. This article details the symptoms of an attack and subsequent treatment.

Haemorrhoids are a common problem. There are several treatment options available. This article looks at these.

Diabetes is a growing problem world wide. This article provides a thorough overview of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Conjunctivitis is a common eye infection. This article discusses the most common strains of conjunctivitis, the recommended treatment, and how to prevent it.

Heart attacks are a leading cause of death. This article looks at how heart attacks are treated and what measures can be taken to prevent them.

There is no cure for a cold but this article provides helpful advice on how to relieve the irritating symptoms.

Cold sores are a common problem and this article provides suggestions on how to help limit outbreaks.

Depression can affect most people at some time in their lives. This article details the symptoms of depression and what treatment is recommended.

Laboratory tests can help diagnose many health conditions. Here are some of the most commonly used tests.

Laparoscopic surgery is replacing conventional surgery for repairing a hernia. This article gives clear details on how the operation is performed, and the advantages of key-hole surgery.

Laparoscopic surgery is replacing conventional surgery as the treatment of choice for gallstones. This article provides information about gallstones and the operation.