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  • Myelodysplastic syndrome (myelodysplasia)

    Find out about myelodysplastic syndrome (myelodysplasia or MDS), a blood disorder that causes a drop in the number of healthy blood cells.

  • Bowel polyps

    Find out about bowel (colonic) polyps, which are small growths on the inner lining of the bowel. There are often no symptoms but should usually be removed.

  • Actinic keratoses (solar keratoses)

    Find out more about actinic keratoses, which are patches of skin that have been damaged by the sun.

  • Help and support for soft tissue sarcoma

    Find out about national charities offering support to people and their loved ones affected by soft tissue sarcoma.

  • Side effects of radiotherapy

    Read about the main side effects of radiotherapy, including sore skin, tiredness and temporary hair loss, and how to manage them.

  • Hysterectomy - Why it's necessary

    A hysterectomy is sometimes recommended to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic inflammatory disease, prolapse of the uterus, endometriosis or fibroids.

  • Neurofibromatosis type 1

    Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition that causes tumours to grow along your nerves. The tumours are usually non-cancerous and so usually cause only mild symptoms.

  • Albinism

    Albinism is an inherited condition that affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours the skin, hair and eyes.

  • Common questions about trastuzumab

    NHS medicines information on common questions about trastuzumab.

  • Guide to NHS waiting times in England

    A guide to maximum waiting times for non-urgent consultant-led treatment, or to be seen by a specialist for suspected cancer, in England.