Hepatobiliary Disease
Hepatobiliary disease is a catch-all term to describe any condition or disorder that affects the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts.
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See tests & treatmentsHepatobiliary disease is a catch-all term to describe any condition or disorder that affects the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts.
Hernias of the groin and abdominal wall are lumps in the groin that develop when the bowels, or other tissues in the body, are pushed through a weak spot in the muscles between the upper thigh and the lower abdomen.
Having high blood pressure can put extra strain on your blood vessels, heart, brain, kidneys and eyes.
High cholesterol is when cholesterol levels are higher than expected in the blood.
Hip arthritis is a common condition that causes pain, stiffness and reduced movement in the hip joint. It can affect people of all ages, but is more common as you get older.
Hip impingement occurs when the ball and socket of the hip joint rub together during movement, causing groin pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common viral infection that affects the skin and the lining of certain parts of the body. Most people will have HPV at some point in their lives, often without knowing it.
A hydrocele is a swelling in the scrotum, caused by abdominal fluid entering one or both sides.
Hypermobility causes joints to move beyond the normal range. It’s common, particularly in children and young people, and in some cases requires specialist assessment and treatment.
Hyperpigmentation is a skin condition that makes some areas of your skin look darker than others.
Hypogonadism is when your sex hormones are low – testosterone in men, and oestrogen in women.
Impacted wisdom teeth occur when an erupting wisdom tooth gets stuck, either partially or fully, in the gum or jawbone.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition of the digestive tract and shares similar symptoms to Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Insomnia is the inability to get sufficient sleep.
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a group of conditions that cause inflammation and scarring (fibrosis) of the lungs.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common long-term condition of the gastrointestinal tract.
Keloid scars are a type of scar that’s raised and thick.
Kidney cancer (renal cancer) is a type of cancer that starts in the kidneys.
Kidney stones is a common urinary system disorder that can affect any individual.
Knee arthritis refers to inflammation and damage within the knee joint. It’s a common condition that causes pain, stiffness, and reduced movement.
An articular cartilage injury affects the smooth tissue that covers and protects the ends of bones in your knee joint. Damage to this cartilage can cause pain, swelling and difficulty moving your knee.
A knee ligament injury is a common problem that can affect people of all ages, especially those who play sports or have an active lifestyle. These injuries can range from mild sprains to complete tears and may affect your ability to walk, move, or bear weight comfortably
Knee pain can have many causes – from sprains to osteoarthritis, runner’s knee to gout.
Knee sports injuries happen during physical activity or exercise and affect the structures within or around the knee joint. While some injuries are mild and improve with rest, others may need specialist care.
Ligament damage occurs when the band of tissue that connects bones around a joint is suddenly torn or stretched further than its normal range, resulting in injury.
A lipoma is a lump under the skin that occurs due to an overgrowth of fat cells and slowly grows under the skin in the subcutaneous tissue.
Liver cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the liver grow uncontrollably and form a tumour. It’s less common than other types of cancer, with around 7,000 new cases diagnosed in the UK every year.
Liver disease refers to a group of conditions that damage the liver and affect its function. There are more than 100 different types of liver disease, ranging from common conditions to rare genetic and autoimmune disorders.
Liver lesions and liver cysts are common findings that are often discovered during scans performed for other reasons. While hearing that you have a lesion or cyst in your liver can be worrying, most are benign (non-cancerous) and do not cause serious health problems.
Anosmia is the temporary or permanent loss of the sense of smell.