Author: Nikos Vlachos

Anal Pain: a symptom of many conditions Pain in the anus, although it causes concern and many times one is embarrassed to talk about it, is not something rare. Usually, a visit to the specialist is enough to address the fear and solve the underlying problem with conservative means, or - when necessary - to plan its surgical treatment. The temporary, brief presence of pain in the anus is usually not due

Anti-obesity surgery and especially laparoscopic surgery when performed by specialized and experienced surgeons is extremely safe. The modern therapeutic arsenal includes various simple as well as more complex surgical techniques. Each of these specific advantages but also the corresponding disadvantages. Most prospective patients have their safety first, this should not be the only criterion for choosing major surgery. The patient's ability to comply with the information resulting from the procedure

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. These conditions include increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels. Having just one of these conditions doesn't mean you have metabolic syndrome. But it does mean you have a greater risk of serious disease. And if you develop more

Gastric Bypass Vs Sleeve Gastric sleeve and gastric bypass are weight loss surgeries that help you eat less by reducing the size of your stomach. There are several key differences in benefits, risks, and recovery. Bariatric surgery is a procedure that helps you lose weight. It’s an option when you need to lose a lot of weight, especially if improving your diet, becoming more active, and taking diet pills haven’t worked. Two of

Overview Melanoma Melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, develops in the cells (melanocytes) that produce melanin — the pigment that gives your skin its color. Melanoma can also form in your eyes and, rarely, inside your body, such as in your nose or throat. The exact cause of all melanomas isn't clear, but exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight or tanning lamps and beds increases your risk of developing melanoma.

Overview Dumping syndrome is a condition in which food, especially food high in sugar, moves from your stomach into your small bowel too quickly after you eat. Sometimes called rapid gastric emptying, dumping syndrome most often occurs as a result of surgery on your stomach or esophagus. Most people with dumping syndrome develop signs and symptoms, such as abdominal cramps and diarrhea, 10 to 30 minutes after eating. Other people have symptoms

Skin cancer (non-melanoma)is one of the most common cancers in the world. Non-melanoma refers to a group of cancers that slowly develop in the upper layers of the skin. The term non-melanoma distinguishes these more common types of cancer from the less common skin cancer known as melanoma, which can be more serious. In the UK, around 147,000 new cases of non-melanoma skin cancer are diagnosed each year. It affects more men

What is it and who is it for? The application of botulinum toxin to the stomach (gastric botox) is a relatively new method of weight loss based on the endoscopic injection of botulinum toxin into certain areas of the stomach. In this method, the gastric emptying time is delayed by limiting the contraction of the stomach muscles and the patient experiences a loss of appetite. Thus, weight loss is achieved. Who is

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterized by episodes of a complete (apnea) or partial collapse (hypopnea) of the upper airway with an associated decrease in oxygen saturation or arousal from sleep. Bariatric surgery brings a surprise bonus: Easier breathing. Hundreds of thousands of people around the world struggling with extreme obesity are turning to weight loss surgery for help, and now new research shows the procedure may offer an unexpected benefit: better