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Health Guides by Dr. Sheena Cherry
Plain-language guides to common adult health questions, written to help you understand your symptoms, tests and treatment.
Blood and ironIron Deficiency: Symptoms, Tests and When to See a Doctor
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Blood and ironIron Deficiency: Symptoms, Tests and When to See a Doctor
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Blood and ironIron Deficiency: Symptoms, Tests and When to See a Doctor
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Heart health
Heart healthHigh blood pressure: what your readings really mean
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Thyroid
ThyroidThyroid problems: early signs that are easy to miss
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Lab results
Lab resultsUnderstanding your blood test results in plain language
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Liver health
Liver healthFatty liver: what it means and what you can do
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Diabetes
DiabetesHbA1c explained: your three-month blood sugar test
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Health Guides from a Dubai Internist
The health guides from Dr. Sheena Cherry explain common adult health topics in plain language, from symptoms and blood tests to treatment options and when to see a doctor.
Start with the guide to iron deficiency symptoms and tests. Guides on high blood pressure readings and early thyroid signs are coming soon.
Guides are for general information and do not replace a consultation. For advice about your own health, book an appointment at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah.
Guides cover symptoms, causes, blood tests, treatment and prevention, written in plain English for adults in Dubai and reviewed for accuracy against trusted sources such as the NHS and WHO.
Topics planned include high blood pressure readings, thyroid signs, HbA1c results, fatty liver and vitamin D. For conditions treated now, see all conditions.