Endo Surge Clinic

27/10/2025

𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐖𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐁𝐎𝐓𝐒𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐀 𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐊

𝐀𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫...

22/10/2025

In Endosurge clinic we have a particular interest in the gastrointestinal tract. When reading our endoscopy reports, you might notice some of the following words. Here is what they really mean. Thanks to GKBooks

21/10/2025

More young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer at a time in life when many are focused on their careers, relationships, and family-building.

14/10/2025

Learn how to save a life from stroke. If you spot one of these warning signs, call 911 right away.

The HCA Healthcare Foundation is a national sponsor of Together to End Stroke(R)

14/10/2025

14/10/2025

Re ne re rometse setlhakga bo rre le mme. A re a tsena a tshwara thapelo. Go tsweng foo a thunthuntshega ka tshesego ya gagwe ya “improved access to surgery”. Re bone go tshwanela go mmitsa Advocate Makgasa.

clinic, timely access to quality surgery

10/10/2025

Assessment of a neck lump. Never mind, if you have a neck lump, come and get assessed by experts and we will tell you what it is.

23/09/2025

Type 2 diabetes affects up to 14% of the global population and is associated with preventable long-term complications.

This Review discusses the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of adults with type 2 diabetes.

https://ja.ma/425D20h

12/09/2025

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): A Common but Complex Condition

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common functional gastrointestinal disorders, affecting millions worldwide and significantly impacting quality of life. Despite its prevalence, IBS remains a complex condition with no single identifiable cause. Instead, it arises from an interplay of factors including gut-brain axis dysfunction, altered intestinal motility, heightened visceral sensitivity, stress, and dietary triggers.

The challenge in managing IBS lies in its variability—what worsens symptoms in one person may not affect another. This highlights the importance of personalized treatment approaches, ranging from tailored dietary adjustments and stress management to pharmacological therapies and behavioral interventions.

Growing evidence points to the gut microbiota as a promising frontier in IBS management. Dysbiosis—an imbalance in the gut microbial community—has been linked to symptom development, and emerging therapies such as probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome-targeted interventions are offering hope for more effective and individualized care.

Ultimately, progress in understanding the biological underpinnings of IBS and its diverse presentations opens the door to more precise and compassionate care for those living with this chronic condition.

04/09/2025

ABDOMINAL WALL HERNIA

Think of your abdomen as a strong wall keeping everything inside safe and in place.

Sometimes, though, a weak spot can form in that wall—just like a small crack in a building. Through that weak spot, tissue or even part of the intestine can push through, creating what we call a hernia.

👀 It often shows up as a bulge in your tummy or groin that may become more obvious when you cough, lift something heavy, or strain.

💡 Most hernias don’t go away on their own—and while they can start off painless, they can become serious if ignored.

The good news? ✅ Modern surgery offers safe, effective solutions to repair hernias, restore comfort, and prevent complications.

🔑 Takeaway: A hernia is your body’s way of whispering, “Something needs attention.” Listening early can save you from shouting later.

31/08/2025

29/08/2025

The incidence and prevalence of cutaneous in the US and worldwide have increased over the last 5 decades.

Cutaneous melanoma presents as a new, changing, or irregularly pigmented skin lesion. Risk factors for cutaneous melanoma include UV radiation exposure, skin type, presence of benign and atypical nevi, and personal or family history of melanoma.

This Review summarizes current evidence regarding the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of cutaneous melanoma. Link in the comments. ⬇️