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Enteropancreatic endocrine tumour
Neuroendocrine tumour

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) and diet: Which foods help manage symptoms?

10 Nov 2024

As of today, no scientific evidence shows that changing one’s diet (such as a sugar-free diet, cutting out dairy, etc.) can slow down a neuroendocrine tumour (NET). Furthermore, drastic dietary...

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Procrastination: Bad habit or a secret self-care strategy?

8 Nov 2024 • 2 Likes

Why do we procrastinate?Procrastination is often seen as a simple case of “putting things off,” but the reasons behind it run much deeper. At the root of procrastination lies a complex mix of...

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Bloating: Everything there is to know!

4 Nov 2024 • 3 Likes

What is bloating? Bloating is a feeling of abdominal distension caused by an accumulation of gas or liquids in the digestive system.This phenomenon occurs when air or gas produced during digestion...

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Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer screening: When, how, and how often?

1 Nov 2024 • 6 Likes

What is prostate cancer?Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, with nearly 55,100 new cases reported annually in the UK. Statistically, one in seven men will develop prostate cancer in...

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Epilepsy

Epilepsy and pregnancy: What should you know before conception?

30 Oct 2024 • 1 Like • 1 comment

How do you plan for pregnancy if you have epilepsy?The most important step in preparing for a pregnancy with epilepsy is preconception counselling. Before trying to conceive, schedule an appointment...

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Psoriasis
Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriasis complications: What you need to know to better manage the condition!

29 Oct 2024 • 2 Likes

What is psoriasis?Psoriasis is a non-contagious inflammatory skin disease characterized by red plaques and scales, which are layers of dead skin cells (keratinocytes). This occurs due to an...

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Cerebrovascular accident

Stroke: "I had my stroke at 30, during a long-haul flight from Cambodia to Paris."

29 Oct 2024 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Hello Sophany, thank you for sharing your story with Carenity.To start, can you tell us a bit more about yourself?My name is Sophany, I’m 32 years old, and I live in Paris with my partner (and my...

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Adenomyosis
Endometriosis

Endometriosis and digestive issues: Understanding causes and symptoms for better relief!

28 Oct 2024

Endometriosis and the gut microbiome: A two-way relationshipOne of the most common symptoms experienced by those with endometriosis is bloating, often referred to as “endo belly” (due to the...

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Psychiatry

Low energy, blues, or depression: How do you tell the difference?

27 Oct 2024 • 1 Like

What is low energy?Low energy, or fatigue, is a common experience that affects people of all ages. It can be described as a temporary feeling of tiredness or lack of motivation. Unlike depression,...

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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia and work life: How can you reconcile both?

23 Oct 2024 • 1 Like

What is fibromyalgia? In the UK, it is estimated that around 2% of the population suffers from fibromyalgia, i.e. between 1.5 and 2 million people. Fibromyalgia was recognised by the WHO (World...

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Common health issues in pregnant women: Everything you need to know!

21 Oct 2024

Pregnancy brings many physical and hormonal changes that require regular medical monitoring to track the health of both mother and baby, detect complications, and prevent risks.Some common issues...

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Turmeric: The golden source of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits

19 Oct 2024 • 3 Likes

What is turmeric? How does it impact the body’s physiology?Turmeric, scientifically known as Curcuma longa, is derived from the root of a plant in the ginger family. Originally cultivated in...

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