Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common long-term condition of the gastrointestinal tract. Diet, stress, poor sleep and changes in the bowel bacteria may all trigger symptoms of IBS. It’s important to know that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is quite a common condition – around 1 in 5 people in the UK will experience it. IBS can affect anyone at any age and will impact the day-to-day life of those diagnosed with it. It is essential to understand the signs and symptoms of IBS so you can spot any potential warning signs and know when you need to get checked out.

Metabolic syndrome is the medical term for a condition made up of several other health conditions including insulin resistance, obesity and high blood pressure.

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) and periodic limb movement disturbance (PLMD) share some symptoms but are two separate conditions with different characterisations and causes.

Your blood pressure (BP) is the pressure in your arteries (the blood vessels leading away from the heart) as blood is pumped around the body. It consists of two numbers, the systolic pressure (the peak pressure generated by the heart as it pumps) and the diastolic pressure (the pressure that remains in the arteries as the heart relaxes).

Your gut plays a crucial role in your body’s immune response. But how can you support it effectively? Discover our consultant’s expert advice in our blog.

Gastrointestinal Dietitian, Ms Lucy Kerrison, discusses at-home remedies that can help to ease menopause symptoms.

It's estimated that as many as 40% of people worldwide may experience functional gut symptoms, and many more have other gastrointestinal conditions, meaning that most of us are likely to encounter some level of gut symptoms during our life. But what are the most common digestive issues and at what point should you seek professional advice if you are experiencing any of these? Dr Emily Porter (PhD, RD) shares the digestive concerns that we frequently support people with at The Gut Health Clinic.

There are various common symptoms you should be on the lookout for when regularly checking for breast cancer.

Generally, swelling refers to any abnormal enlargement of a body part caused by inflammation or fluid accumulation.

Dr Rami Sweis has been working as a gastroenterology consultant for more than 10 years. Dr Rami is an upper and lower GI gastroenterologist and endoscopist. He treats problems from the throat and oesophagus, to the stomach and colon. He has a particular interest and expertise in upper GI benign disorders.