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Skin Allergy Test
Also called skin prick testing, is the most convenient and least expensive method
of allergy testing. As results are available within 20 minutes, you can discuss
the results with your doctor at the time of testing. The test is usually performed
on the forearm cleaned with alcohol. A drop of commercially produced allergen extract
is placed onto a marked area of skin. Using a sterile lancet, a small prick through
the drop is made. This allows a small amount of allergen to enter the skin. If you
are allergic to the tested allergen, a small lump (wheal) will appear at the site
of testing over the next 10 – 15 mins.
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Electrocardiogram (ECG)
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a medical test that detects cardiac (heart) abnormalities
by measuring the electrical activity generated by the heart as it contracts. The
ECG can help diagnose a range of conditions including heart arrhythmias, heart enlargement,
heart inflammation (pericarditis or myocarditis) and coronary heart disease.
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Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound therapy is a treatment used to promote tissue healing and it uses pulses
of sound waves to penetrate tissues. This has a minor warming effect on the tissues.
The sound waves cause expansion and contraction in the tiny gas bubbles of the soft
tissues. This helps to decrease the inflammatory response, reducing tissue swelling
and thus decreasing pain.
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Pap Test
The Pap test (also called Pap Smear) is a quick and simple test that checks for
changes to the cells of the cervix that may lead to cervical cancer. All women aged
between 18 and 70 years who have ever been sexually active should have a Pap test
every two years. During the test, an instrument called a speculum is gently inserted
into the vagina. This allows the cervix (the neck of the womb) to be clearly seen.
A small spatula or a tiny brush is then inserted to collect cells from the cervix.
These cells are smeared onto a glass slide and sent to a laboratory for analysis.
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Skin Cancer Check
It is recommended that skin should be checked regularly by a doctor or yourself,
at least every three months. Through regular checking, you will get to know your
skin and notice any changes.
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Minor Surgical Procedures
We are equipped with a well-appointed procedure room with hospital-standard autoclave
sterilisation procedures. Many of our doctors are able to perform simple surgical
procedures such as excision of skin lesions, hormone implantation and repair of
skin lacerations.
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Immunisation
We provide childhood immunisation at our centres, and we support and recommend the
Standard Immunisation Schedule as set out by the Health Department.
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Travel Vaccination
We have access to current travel vaccination databases. As travel vaccination can
be complex, we recommend that you see a doctor in an appointment to discuss your
itinerary and determine your vaccine requirements.
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Family Planning
We have specilised services to promote the reproductive and sexual health and rights
of all. These include sexuality education, prevention and management of sexually
transmitted infections, pre-conception counseling and management, and infertility
management.
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Antenatal Care
During pregnancy you should not just only take good care of your own health but
also go for regular checkups with your doctor. Antenatal care is important because
it makes sure that both you and the baby are fit and well.
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Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is a method that uses extremely cold liquid, liquid nitrogen, which
has a temperature of -196°C, to freeze and destroy skin cells that need removal.
Cryotherapy does sting and may be slightly painful at the time of the procedure
and for a short time afterwards. The amount of discomfort varies a great deal from
person to person. The procedure does not require anaesthesia, as freezing itself
has considerable local anaesthetic effect.
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On-Site Pathology
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