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Laparoscopic surgery is replacing conventional surgery as the treatment of choice for gallstones. This article provides information about gallstones and the operation.

Colposcopy is a detailed examination of the cervix following an abnormal smear. This article covers how a colposcopy is performed and in what circumstances it is recommended.

Folic acid has been shown to reduce the incidence of spina bifida when taken before conception and in early pregnancy. This article profiles the supplement.

This condition is characterised by a rash which can last for several weeks. This article looks at the problem.

This is an increasingly recognised problem with several complex causes. Psychological factors play a significant role for some patients. Effective treatment plans are available.

Creaky knees in sports people may indicate a condition known as patellofemoral pain which is sometimes termed "runner's knee". This article looks at the causes and what treatment is necessary.