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We help you navigate the complex world of health: exciting articles and videos with the help of our experts.

Are men at risk? Reflections on men's health

Professors and senior doctors from Dr. Rose Private Hospital have joined forces to raise awareness of the importance of men's health. Over the age of 40, we need to be consciously committed to living a long and healthy life, not just for ourselves but also for our families. It is largely up to us to live the second half of our lives in a fresh and harmonious state mentally, emotionally and physically. Even small changes can help us gain extra years and improve our quality of life.


Cholesterol: its benefits and drawbacks

Cholesterol, a very important building block in all cells of our body, is involved in the synthesis of certain hormones, bile acids and vitamin D. Chief physician Dr. Bernadett Voloncs, cardiologist and internist at Dr. Rose Private Hospital, spoke on the subject.

Spring’s allergy season - the heat is on

Allergy season is here again, with symptoms that are unfortunately familiar to many adults and children. But some people don't understand why their eyes start to itch, their noses start to run, why they cough and what might be irritating their throats.

Skin cancer prevention - practical advice

Skin cancer is curable if detected early. With annual screening, malignant lesions that are detected and removed in time can be very curable, while those detected too late can metastasize. Practical advice on skin cancer prevention is summarized here by Zsófia Hatvani, PhD, dermatologist at Dr. Rose Private Hospital.

Vaginal dryness: a bane for some couples, but there is a solution

Vaginal dryness is not a disease, rather it is most often a natural process that accompanies menopause, however it is worth remedying the unpleasant symptoms. Vaginal dryness can also be caused by a medical condition, so it's important to check whether it's caused by a natural process or is a symptom of a medical condition. Whatever the cause, it is important to state that there is a solution to the problem. Dr. Illés Gyula Balogh, endocrinologist and gynecologist at Dr. Rose Private Hospital, discusses this subject without taboos.

BREAST CANCER SCREENING TEST METHODS

In Hungary, breast cancer is an increased health risk for women over 40 years of age, hence regular breast screening is recommended. At Dr. Rose Private Hospital, we offer a complex breast screening service, that includes mammography, a physical examination and an ultrasound examination.

Dry eyes don’t only affect the elderly

While dry eyes used to be associated with advancing age, the problem is now more common and occurs in younger and younger people. It has unpleasant symptoms: it feels like something has got into your eyes, your eyelids feel heavy, and your eyes feel tired. This is often accompanied by a burning sensation and blurred vision.

When eyes become itchy, watery and inflamed

The seasonal allergy caused by pollen can last until the end of September, and it does not spare the eyes, with the main symptoms affecting the eyes being itching, watering and redness. Here we have summarized the advice of Dr. Mariann Balázsy, an ophthalmologist at Dr. Rose Private Hospital, on allergic conjunctivitis. It is worth taking the symptoms seriously, as allergic conjunctivitis can easily become infected and develop into bacterial or viral conjunctivitis.

The change of life in unchanged harmony

One hundred years ago, many people still thought menopause was a disease, but we now know for sure that menopause - the loss of fertility - is not a disease but a natural process, and at the same time a release for many, as they no longer have to worry about pregnancy and menstruation. The symptoms of menopause can also be severe and difficult to tolerate. Dr. Henrik Gabulya, an obstetrician-gynecologist at Dr. Rose Private Hospital, outlines possible solutions.