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The blood glucose test is carried out very simply by placing a drop of blood from the tip of your finger on a test strip. The result is obtained in a few seconds and displayed on the screen. While some people need to do this test several times a day,
When an elderly person is diagnosed with a serious illness, they have to face up to the fact that they will no longer be able to enjoy the same lifestyle as before. This can be destabilising, not only for them but also for their family and friends. I
Whatever the time of year, some people wake up every morning with a blocked nostril, or even the whole nose. This unpleasant symptom, which makes you want to sleep clutching a handkerchief, is disabling and affects quality of life. Dr Jean-Claude Bak
Haemorrhoidal attacks, an uncomfortable and painful condition, can disrupt daily life and cause significant discomfort. Understanding the causes, symptoms and means of relief can help you get through this difficult period and minimise recurrences. Wh
In Togo, honey remains a foodstuff that is widely used for its various virtues. It is used for both therapeutic and dietary purposes. Honey's diverse properties make it both a food and a highly prized medicine. So, for commercial and economic reasons
The number one reason for consulting a neurologist, migraine has a major impact on social and professional life. It is the leading cause of absenteeism from work.
The testicles are part of the male reproductive system, producing sperm for reproduction and hormones such as testosterone. But sometimes these organs can become swollen. Why does this happen? What can be done about it?
L’automédication correspond à la prise d’un ou de plusieurs médicaments sur initiative personnelle, en l’absence de prescription médicale ou à une modification apportée sciemment au protocole d’une ordonnance. Au Togo, selon une étude réalisée en 200
Occupational therapy is a medical and therapeutic paramedical speciality with medical, psychosocial and educational foundations. Occupational therapists are health professionals who provide support to people with disabilities or difficulties in their
An implant is a type of titanium screw, fixed in the bone like the root of a natural tooth. According to Dr Georges Tokofai, President of the Ordre National des Chirurgiens-Dentistes du Togo (ONCDT) and Director of the Centre Dentaire International d
One morning, you notice blood in your saliva. The sight of this blood is worrying. Is it normal? Why should it be? According to Dr Jean-Claude Bakpatina, General Practitioner at the Floréal clinic in Lomé, medication, poor dental hygiene and tumours
Sleep quality is directly associated with heart health. Poor sleep is associated with a significant increase in the risk of heart failure. Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet all the body's energy needs. The sym