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I have swollen ankles

On: October 10, 2026

My two ankles have been swollen for two weeks. I initially thought that it was due to a recent long journey. However, the swelling has not subsided up till now. Kindly let me know what to do. READ ALSO: My swollen ankle Alert (by SMS) Leg swelling can result from severalContinue Reading

My problem with cholesterol

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On: October 10, 2026

In: Ask the Doctor, cholesterol, heart

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I want to know how to get rid of cholesterol from my blood before it ruins my health. Abena (by SMS) Even though it has been linked to heart attack, stroke and other types of cardiovascular diseases, Cholesterol is not as bad as it is being portrayed. The truth isContinue Reading

A lump on my neck

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On: October 10, 2026

In: Ask the Doctor, lump, neck

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I have a small lump under the skin of my neck. It’s soft and rubbery in nature. Kindly let me know what to do. Fatima (by SMS) READ ALSO: My swollen ankle This could be anything from a lipoma (a fatty mass) to something more urgent. In view of this, itContinue Reading

My father’s yellow teeth

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On: October 10, 2026

In: Ask the Doctor, Father, teeth

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My father, who is 74 years of age, just noticed that his teeth are turning yellow despite brushing them on a daily basis. Please advise. Okon (by SMS) READ ALSO: UCH Hospice Department holds bazaar to promote palliative care The teeth are extremely porous, this means they have microscopic grooves thatContinue Reading

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