Pregnant PauseWhen you are pregnant the whole world suddenly seems full of potential hazards that could harm your baby. In this column we are going to give you some advice so that you can relax and enjoy your pregnancy.Firstly, drinking. If you have one or two units of alcohol once or twice a week, it […]
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Question: I am 64 years old and have just had a colonoscopy and had a polyp removed, plus they tell me I have diverticulitis (3) pockets. What can I do to prevent polyps and what can I do to prevent or treat diverticulitis?
Answer: We have no definitive prevention for polyps. Polyps are acquired […]
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Question: After a routine liver scan following breast cancer surgery I have been told I have hydatid cysts. I believe these are fairly rare and almost unknown in the U.K. Having spoken to the surgeon in Denia I understand that there is no option but to operate and should one burst it is […]
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Question: My 16-year-old son is getting one sinus infection after another with no long lasting relief. His doctor has given him 3 courses of antibiotics in the last 2 months and also we have tried various medicines, cough syrups and decongestant tablets from our local pharmacy. My son is constantly blocked in his […]
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Question: I am having chemotherapy treatment at the moment for breast cancer. A recent blood test showed that the number of my white blood cells has fallen and my chemo had had to be postponed for a month. Could you tell me what low white cells means and why the chemo has to […]
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Question: I have very low “good” cholesterol (23). My doctor says it is important that I try and increase the level to 40 or above to reduce my risk of having another heart attack (I had a mild coronary 5 years ago). What can I do to get it up? I understand that […]
Ask Dr WillisQuestion: Can you explain exactly what a whiplash injury is? I was involved in a car accident when somebody ran into the back of my car and since then I have had constant headaches and dizziness. My doctor diagnosed whiplash and has ordered some physiotherapy but did not mention what exactly has happened […]
Mother & Baby Corner
Maggie, who is Clinica Tarraula’s Health Visitor and Midwife, will be pleased to answer all your questions. Please write to her at: Clinica Tarraula, Edificio La Plaza, No 8, Ctra Cabo La Nao s/n, 03730 Javea, Alicante or e-mail her on healthvisitor@ctonlineclinic.com
Question: I am six weeks pregnant with my second child but […]
MEDICAL NEWS FROM DR BERNARD WILLIS
1. Drink Plenty of Purified Water - Purified water is beneficial in so many ways and plays a vital role in your keeping you healthy. You should drink approximately 2 litres per day, at least. For variety try adding a slice of lemon or lime.
2. Exercise - Exercise is essential […]