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• Why an ileostomy is done

  Find out why an ileostomy might be needed and the alternative procedures that may be possible, depending on your condition.

• Human papillomavirus (HPV)

  Find out what human papillomavirus (HPV) is, how it's spread, what conditions it can cause and how to protect against it.

• Treatment for acute myeloid leukaemia

  Find out about treatments for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), including chemotherapy, targeted medicines, radiotherapy and a stem cell or bone marrow transplant.

• Treatment for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)

  Find out about the treatments for myelodysplastic syndrome, which include chemotherapy and stem cell transplants.

• Testicle lumps and swellings

  Find out about lumps and swellings in the testicles, including what can cause them and when to get medical advice.

• Unintentional weight loss

  Find out what can cause unintentional weight loss and when to get medical help.

• Side effects of radiotherapy

  Read about the main side effects of radiotherapy, including sore skin, tiredness and temporary hair loss, and how to manage them.

• Hair loss

  Hair loss can have many causes. Alopecia is the general medical term for hair loss. Find out when to see a GP and what treatments are available.

• Nipple discharge

  Find out about nipple discharge, including what can cause it and when to see a GP. It's usually nothing serious, but it's important to get it checked.

• Moles

  Find out about moles, including what a normal mole looks like and when a mole could be serious. Also, find out how to prevent a mole becoming cancerous.