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The smaller incision can mean a shorter recovery. Recovery from keyhole gallbladder surgery usually takes about two weeks, compared with six to eight…

Pain control after hernia surgery is part of recovery, not just a way to feel more comfortable. Paracetamol and ibuprofen may be combined in a…

You can live without a gallbladder, and mild discomfort or temporary digestive changes may occur during early recovery. Signs of complications after…

You may not need to avoid food altogether after hernia repair, but the best approach depends on the type of surgery. The right diet after hernia…

A polyp found during colonoscopy isn’t, by itself, a cancer diagnosis. Most polyps can be removed during the procedure and sent to a laboratory,…

A positive FIT result means blood was detected in your stool, but it doesn’t mean you have cancer. After a positive FIT test in Singapore, a…

An OGD, or gastroscopy, examines the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum, the first part of the small intestine. In Singapore, the procedure typically…

Bowel preparation can feel like the hardest part of a colonoscopy, but practical steps can make it more manageable. Managing anxiety before a…

What if the most helpful way to encourage a parent to consider a colonoscopy is to pause before trying to persuade them? Convincing a parent to get a…

If you feel well, why consider screening for colon cancer at all? The answer to “why is colon cancer screening important” is that changes in the…

Could the reason for your colonoscopy change how you plan to pay for it? If you’re considering using MediSave for colonoscopy screening, it’s…

Could reflux affect your voice even if you never feel heartburn? If hoarseness keeps returning or makes conversations difficult, it’s understandable…