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When a breast lump is detected during examination, a breast surgeon will perform a triple assessment. First is a thorough clinical breast examination, including palpation to assess the lump, checking for nipple discharge, and inspecting the skin for abnormalities.

When we talk about hot flashes, we will imagine a chubby auntie fanning herself. As everyone knows, hot flashes is a common peri-menopausal symptom. As we age, hormone levels in our bodies change. Estrogen decrease in women and this period of adjustment—menopause—brings varying degrees of physical and mental discomfort.

Adenomyosis (also known as uterine adenomyosis) refers to the condition where the tissue of the endometrium penetrates the uterine muscle layer, leading to abnormal growth and changes.

Many women experience irregular or varying menstrual flow, and since it often doesn’t disrupt daily life, some choose to ignore it. However, if irregular periods come with other symptoms, like weight gain, persistent acne, or increased body hair. It could be PCOS, which may also raise the risk of complications like diabetes, heart disease, or endometrial cancer. It’s important not to overlook these warning signs!

Tonsils are located at the back of a child’s tongue (lingual tonsils) and on both sides of the throat (palatine tonsils). They produce lymphocytes and antibodies to help fight against bacteria and viruses entering through the upper respiratory tract like adenoids. In children’s puberty, their immune system matures, the tonsils’ immune activity decreases, and the tonsils gradually shrink and lose function, becoming less important in overall immunity.

Some experts predict that by 2050, half the world’s population will be myopic, with 10% having high myopia. Local university research shows the peak period for myopia in children is ages 6–12, and the myopia rate in Hong Kong is higher than nearby Asian cities or even Europe. Even among adults, Hong Kong has the highest myopia rate in the world.