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149 guides and test explainers written for patients in Nigeria. They're for information only. For advice about you, book a consultation.
Symptoms & results
Tests & scans explained
Women's health
Men's & urinary health
Sexual health & infections
Everyday & long-term conditions
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Symptoms & results
What a symptom or result might mean, and what to do next. 28 articles.
- Blood in Urine in Lagos
- BPH vs Prostate Cancer
- Chest Pain or Palpitations in Lagos
- Fever That Won't Go Away in Lagos
- Fibroid vs Ovarian Cyst: Same Symptoms, Different Conditions
- Frequent Urination in Lagos
- Heavy or Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding in Lagos
- HIV vs Hepatitis B
- Hypothyroidism vs Hyperthyroidism
- Iron Deficiency Anaemia vs Burnout
- Lower Abdominal Pain in Women in Lagos
- Lower Back Pain in Lagos
- Malaria vs Typhoid: How to Tell the Difference
- Missed Period in Lagos
- Neck Lump or Swelling in Lagos
- PCOS vs Endometriosis: What's the Difference?
- Penile Discharge in Lagos
- Testicular Pain or Swelling in Lagos
- Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes: What's the Difference?
- Unexplained Weight Loss in Lagos: When to Take It Seriously
- UTI vs STI: How to Tell the Difference
- Vaginal Discharge with a Bad Smell in Lagos
- What to Do After a Fibroid Diagnosis
- What to Do After a High Blood Pressure Reading
- What to Do After a High Blood Sugar or Pre-Diabetes Result
- What to Do After a Positive Hepatitis B Test
- What to Do After an Abnormal Pap Smear
- Yellow Eyes in Lagos: What It Means and What to Do
Tests & scans explained
How our lab tests and scans work, and how to prepare. 30 articles.
- ECG (Electrocardiogram) Explained
- Full Blood Count (FBC): What Your Results Mean
- Health Checks in Age 60 and Above
- Health Checks in Your 20s
- Health Checks in Your 30s
- Health Checks in Your 40s
- Health Checks in Your 50s
- HIV Rapid vs Confirmatory Test
- How to Prepare for a Abdominal & Pelvic Ultrasound
- How to Prepare for a Breast Ultrasound Scan
- How to Prepare for a Diabetes Screening (Blood Sugar Tests)
- How to Prepare for a Fasting Blood Test
- How to Prepare for a HIV & STI Testing
- How to Prepare for a Pap Smear (Cervical Screening)
- How to Prepare for a PSA (Prostate) Blood Test
- How to Prepare for a Thyroid Function Test (TFT)
- How to Prepare for a Transvaginal Ultrasound Scan (TVS)
- Kidney Function Tests Explained
- Liver Function Tests Explained
- Malaria Blood Film vs Rapid Test
- Pap Smear vs VIA: Which Do I Need?
- Pre-Employment Medical Test in Lagos
- Transvaginal vs Abdominal Scan
- Ultrasound Scan: What to Expect and How to Read Results
- Urine Test Results Explained
- What is AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone)?
- What is eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate)?
- What is HbA1c (Glycated Haemoglobin)?
- What is PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen)?
- What is Widal Test (Widal Agglutination Test (Typhoid
Women's health
Periods, fertility, contraception, infections and pelvic concerns. 17 articles.
- Bleeding After Menopause in Lagos
- Contraception & Family Planning Advice in Lagos
- Contraception Options
- Ectopic Pregnancy Warning Signs
- Emergency Contraception
- Endometriosis: Living With It
- Female Infertility in Nigeria
- Irregular Periods in Lagos: Causes, Tests & Treatment
- Menstrual Disorders in Nigeria
- Ovarian Cysts: When to Worry
- Pain During Sex in Lagos: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
- Painful Periods in Lagos: Causes, Treatment & When to Worry
- PCOS: Long-Term Management
- Preconception Health
- Uterine Fibroids: Long-Term Management
- Vaginal Infection Treatment in Lagos
- Vaginal Itching Treatment in Lagos: Causes & Cure
Men's & urinary health
Prostate, sexual health, testosterone and urinary symptoms. 15 articles.
- Bedwetting in Adults: Causes & Solutions Nigeria
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in Nigeria
- Bladder Stones in Nigeria
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Gout & High Uric Acid: Symptoms, Tests, Treatment
- High Blood Pressure Treatment for Men in Lagos
- Hypertension in Young Nigerian Men
- Kidney Stones (Urolithiasis): Nigeria Guide
- Low Testosterone (Male Hypogonadism)
- Men's Health Check in Lagos: Annual Male Wellness Review
- Overactive Bladder in Nigeria
- Premature Ejaculation Treatment in Lagos
- Prostatitis: Prostate Infection vs BPH Guide
- Testicular Self-Examination
- Urinary Incontinence Guide Nigeria
Sexual health & infections
STIs, HIV testing, hepatitis, malaria and typhoid. 9 articles.
Everyday & long-term conditions
Common illnesses and long-term conditions we diagnose and manage. 39 articles.
- Acid Reflux and GERD
- Anaemia & Tiredness Treatment in Lagos: FBC, Iron & Causes
- Asthma Treatment in Lagos
- Back Pain & Neck Pain Treatment in Lagos
- Cholesterol Guide for Nigerians
- Constipation Treatment in Lagos
- Diabetes Diet: Nigerian Food Guide
- Diarrhoea & Vomiting Treatment in Lagos
- Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
- Fever Treatment in Lagos: Causes, Tests & Management
- Fungal Skin Infection Treatment in Lagos
- Gallstones: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
- Goitre & Iodine Deficiency in Nigeria
- Headache & Migraine Treatment in Lagos: Causes & Relief
- Hepatitis B Treatment in Lagos
- Hepatitis C in Nigeria
- High Cholesterol Treatment in Lagos
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid) in Nigeria
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid) in Nigeria
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in Nigeria
- Osteoarthritis of the Knee (Nigeria Guide)
- PCOS: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome In-Depth
- Peptic Ulcer Disease & H. pylori
- Persistent Cough Treatment in Lagos: Causes & Cure
- Piles (Haemorrhoids) Treatment in Lagos
- Pneumonia vs Bronchitis: How to Tell the Difference
- Prediabetes: Reversal Guide
- Protein in Urine: What It Means
- Sickle Cell Trait (AS Genotype)
- Sinusitis & Blocked Nose Treatment in Lagos
- Skin Rash & Eczema Treatment in Lagos
- Sore Throat & Tonsillitis Treatment in Lagos
- Stroke Prevention in Nigeria
- Syphilis Treatment in Lagos
- Thyroid Tests Explained
- Type 2 Diabetes in Nigeria
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Guide
- Weight Management & Obesity Treatment in Lagos
- Yellow Eyes (Jaundice) in Lagos: Causes & Urgent Assessment
Using the clinic
Practical guides to getting care in Lagos. 11 articles.
- Blood Pressure Risk Calculator: Hypertension Assessment
- Chest Pain Assessment in Lagos: When Is It the Heart?
- Excessive Sweating Treatment in Lagos: Hyperhidrosis
- Eye Infection (Apollo) Treatment in Lagos: Conjunctivitis
- Hepatitis B in Nigeria 2025
- Hypertension in Nigeria 2025
- Nail Fungus Treatment in Lagos: Toenail Infection
- Primary Care vs Specialist in Lagos: When to Go Where
- STI Prevalence in Lagos 2025
- Swollen Lymph Nodes Treatment in Lagos
- When to Go to A&E in Lagos