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20/04/2026

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29/01/2026

💙 January is Liver Cancer Awareness Month 💙

Let’s take this month to spread awareness about liver cancer — a disease that affects thousands of people and families every year.

📌 Did you know?
Many cases of liver cancer are linked to hepatitis B & C, fatty liver disease, alcohol use, and cirrhosis. Early detection can save lives.

✨ What you can do:
✅ Get screened if you’re at risk
✅ Get vaccinated against Hepatitis B
✅ Maintain a healthy lifestyle
✅ Support and encourage those fighting this battle

Together, we can promote prevention, early diagnosis, and hope. 💪💙
Let’s use our voices to educate, care, and make a difference.

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17/01/2026

🧠 Hepatocellular Carcinoma in the Young: What We Need to Know

When we think of liver cancer, we often associate it with older adults—but hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) can also affect children, adolescents, and young adults.

In younger patients, HCC is frequently linked to:
• Chronic hepatitis B infection
• Congenital or metabolic liver diseases
• Cirrhosis developing early in life

⚠️ The challenge?
Symptoms can be subtle or overlooked, leading to delayed diagnosis and fewer treatment options.

✅ Early detection matters.
Regular surveillance in high-risk children and young adults, timely imaging, and specialist referral can significantly improve outcomes.

💡 Key takeaway:
Liver cancer is not just a disease of aging. Awareness among parents, patients, and healthcare providers is essential to catch HCC early—even in the young.

📢 Let’s spread awareness. Early vigilance saves lives.

26/11/2025

12/11/2025

💜 Let’s Talk About IPMN – A Pancreatic Cyst You Shouldn’t Ignore

Most of the time, when people hear “pancreatic cyst,” they think it’s nothing serious. But some cysts — like IPMN (Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm) — deserve a closer look. 👀

IPMN is a type of growth in the pancreas that produces mucus. Some are harmless, but others can slowly change and become cancerous if not monitored properly.

🩺 Here’s what you need to know:
• Many people discover it by accident during a scan for something else.
• It doesn’t usually cause symptoms at first.
• Your doctor may recommend regular check-ups or even surgery, depending on the size and type.

💡 The good news:
When IPMN is found early and monitored by a specialist, problems can often be prevented.

So if you or someone you know has been told you have a pancreatic cyst — don’t panic, but don’t ignore it either. Get proper advice from your doctor.

Let’s spread awareness. Early detection saves lives! 💪💜

25/08/2025

For more info:
Visit my clinic or contact my secretary
Ms. Kim: (0955) 823 4593

16/08/2025

“Gallstones: When to Worry and When Surgery is Needed”

🫀 Did you know? Gallstones are quite common, and many people don’t even know they have them. But sometimes, they can cause serious symptoms like:
• Sudden abdominal pain (especially after fatty meals)
• Nausea or vomiting
• Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes/skin)

⚠️ Left untreated, gallstones may lead to cholecystitis (gallbladder infection), pancreatitis, or bile duct blockage.

✅ The good news: Gallbladder surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) is safe and effective — and can prevent these complications.

💡 If you experience frequent abdominal pain or digestive issues, it may be time to see an HPB specialist.

👉 Don’t ignore the signs — your liver, pancreas, and biliary system work together to keep you healthy!