Dr Fiona Worsnop, consultant dermatologist at Stratum Clinics, explained belly button lint is caused by a buildup of debris, such as fibres from clothing, dead skin cells and body hair, in the umbilicus. She continued: “These are normal things which all our skin regularly has contact with, but the hollow of the belly button can… Read More »
Concern over blood clots in a small number of patients who have received the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine have led to a number of countries suspending its use. But out of 20 million people who were vaccinated against coronavirus by the end of March in the UK, only 79 people had blood clots, and 19 people died.… Read More »
If cancer is diagnosed, treatment will depend on whether it’s colon or rectal cancer, and the stage of the cancer. The main treatment options for colon cancer are surgery and chemotherapy. Surgery In the early stages of colon cancer, the surgeon can remove the cancer from the bowel along a border of healthy tissue; this… Read More »
We’re all familiar with those irritating eye issues that flare up from time to time. From conjunctivitis or pink eye to hay fever and dry eye problems, these eye conditions are incredibly frustrating but with a quick trip to the pharmacist they usually clear up within a few days. Another common eye issue you’re probably… Read More »