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<item><title>Breast cancer: symptoms, diagnosis and modern treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer/</guid><description>Breast cancer explained: risk factors, early symptoms, mammography and biopsy, stages, treatment options and life after therapy – a clear patient guide.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Breast cancer symptoms: early warning signs and when to see a doctor</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer-symptoms/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer-symptoms/</guid><description>Breast cancer symptoms explained: lumps, skin and nipple changes, discharge and armpit swelling. Learn which signs matter and when to see your doctor.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Mammography: what to expect, who needs it and understanding your results</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/mammography/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/mammography/</guid><description>Mammogram guide: what it is, who should have one and how often, whether it hurts, radiation dose, what BI-RADS means and what happens if you are recalled.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Breast biopsy: types, what to expect and understanding your results</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/breast-biopsy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/breast-biopsy/</guid><description>Breast biopsy explained: when it is needed, core needle, vacuum and surgical biopsy, what happens, whether it hurts, how long results take and what they mean.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Breast cancer stages: understanding TNM, grade and subtype</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer-stages/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer-stages/</guid><description>Breast cancer stages 0 to IV explained: how TNM staging works, why hormone receptors and HER2 matter, which tests are done and how stage guides treatment.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Breast cancer surgery: breast-conserving surgery and mastectomy</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer-surgery-mastectomy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/breast-cancer-surgery-mastectomy/</guid><description>Breast cancer surgery explained: breast-conserving surgery, types of mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, preparation, recovery and possible complications.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Breast reconstruction after mastectomy: options, timing and recovery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/breast-reconstruction-after-mastectomy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/breast-reconstruction-after-mastectomy/</guid><description>Breast reconstruction after mastectomy: implants or your own tissue, immediate or delayed surgery, nipple reconstruction, risks and how to choose an option.</description><category>Plastic surgery</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Life after breast cancer: follow-up, side effects and living well</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/life-after-breast-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/life-after-breast-cancer/</guid><description>Life after breast cancer: follow-up schedule, hormone therapy, lymphoedema, fatigue, bone health, sex and pregnancy, diet, exercise and emotional support.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Cancer treatment: modern methods, planning and what to expect</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cancer-treatment/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cancer-treatment/</guid><description>Cancer treatment explained: surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy – how the plan is made and what patients can expect.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Early detection of cancer: screening, warning signs and when to get checked</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cancer-early-detection/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cancer-early-detection/</guid><description>Early detection of cancer: which screening tests are recommended at which age, which warning signs should not be ignored and when to see a doctor.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Lung cancer: causes, symptoms, diagnosis and modern treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/lung-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/lung-cancer/</guid><description>Lung cancer explained: types, risk factors, symptoms, stages, tests and modern treatment including surgery, radiotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Lung cancer symptoms: early warning signs and when to see a doctor</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/lung-cancer-symptoms/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/lung-cancer-symptoms/</guid><description>Lung cancer symptoms explained: persistent cough, coughing up blood, breathlessness, chest pain and weight loss – which signs matter and when to see a doctor.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Prostate cancer: symptoms, PSA testing, diagnosis and treatment options</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/prostate-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/prostate-cancer/</guid><description>Prostate cancer explained: risk factors, symptoms, PSA test, MRI and biopsy, active surveillance, surgery, radiotherapy and hormone therapy in clear language.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Colorectal cancer: symptoms, screening, stages and modern treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/colorectal-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/colorectal-cancer/</guid><description>Colorectal (bowel) cancer explained: risk factors, early symptoms, screening with colonoscopy and FIT, stages, surgery, chemotherapy and targeted treatment.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Colonoscopy: when you need one, preparation, the procedure and risks</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/colonoscopy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/colonoscopy/</guid><description>Colonoscopy explained: when it is recommended, how to prepare, whether it hurts, what happens to polyps, the risks and how often the test should be repeated.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Cancer immunotherapy: how it works, who it helps and its side effects</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/cancer-immunotherapy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/cancer-immunotherapy/</guid><description>Cancer immunotherapy explained: how checkpoint inhibitors and CAR-T work, which cancers they treat, who responds and what side effects to watch for.</description><category>Science</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Second opinion in oncology: when you need one and how to get it</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/second-opinion-oncology/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/second-opinion-oncology/</guid><description>Second opinion in oncology: when it is worthwhile, which records and pathology samples to gather, how your plan is reviewed and what to do if opinions differ.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Organ transplantation: a complete guide for patients and families</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/organ-transplantation/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/organ-transplantation/</guid><description>Organ transplantation explained: when it is needed, kidney, liver, heart and lung transplants, evaluation, donation, law and ethics, and life afterwards.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Kidney transplant: who it is for, how it works and what comes next</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/kidney-transplant/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/kidney-transplant/</guid><description>Kidney transplant guide: who is a candidate, living and deceased donors, tests, the operation, risks, anti-rejection medicines and life with a new kidney.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Liver transplant: when it is needed, donors and recovery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/liver-transplant/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/liver-transplant/</guid><description>Liver transplant guide: cirrhosis, acute liver failure and liver cancer, MELD score, living and deceased donors, the operation, risks and life afterwards.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Heart transplant: when it is needed, what happens and life afterwards</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/heart-transplant/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/heart-transplant/</guid><description>Heart transplant for end-stage heart failure: who qualifies, LVAD as a bridge, the operation, rejection checks, medicines and life with a new heart.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Lung transplant: who it can help and what to expect</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/lung-transplant/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/lung-transplant/</guid><description>Lung transplant for COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, cystic fibrosis and pulmonary hypertension: who qualifies, single or double transplant, risks and recovery.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Pre-transplant evaluation: what the tests involve and why</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/pre-transplant-evaluation/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/pre-transplant-evaluation/</guid><description>Pre-transplant evaluation explained: blood group, HLA typing, crossmatch, heart checks, infection and cancer screening, psychosocial and living donor tests.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Life after a transplant: medicines, check-ups, diet and everyday life</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/life-after-transplant/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/life-after-transplant/</guid><description>Life after an organ transplant: taking immunosuppressants, signs of rejection, infections, vaccines, diet, exercise, work, travel and pregnancy.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Organ donation: law, ethics and international rules</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/organ-donation-law-and-ethics/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/organ-donation-law-and-ethics/</guid><description>Organ donation law in Bulgaria and Türkiye, the Executive Agency for Transplantation, living donation, the Declaration of Istanbul and the ban on organ trade.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Chronic kidney disease: symptoms, stages and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/chronic-kidney-disease/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/chronic-kidney-disease/</guid><description>Chronic kidney disease explained: causes, symptoms, eGFR stages, tests, treatment to slow it down, dialysis and when a kidney transplant is considered.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Cirrhosis and hepatitis: causes, symptoms, treatment and when a transplant is needed</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/cirrhosis-and-hepatitis/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/cirrhosis-and-hepatitis/</guid><description>Liver cirrhosis and chronic hepatitis B and C: causes, symptoms, tests, treatment, complications, prevention and when a liver transplant is considered.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Heart disease: symptoms, diagnosis and modern treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-disease/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-disease/</guid><description>Heart disease explained: coronary heart disease, heart attack, arrhythmias, valve disease and heart failure – symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Heart attack: symptoms, first steps and what happens next</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-attack-symptoms/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-attack-symptoms/</guid><description>Heart attack symptoms explained: when to call 112 immediately, what to do while waiting for the ambulance and how a heart attack is treated in hospital.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Coronary bypass surgery: when it is needed, what happens and recovery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/coronary-bypass-surgery/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/coronary-bypass-surgery/</guid><description>Coronary bypass surgery (CABG) explained: when it is preferred over a stent, how the operation is done, the main risks and what recovery looks like.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Coronary angiography and stenting: what happens, when it is needed and aftercare</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/coronary-angiography-and-stent/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/coronary-angiography-and-stent/</guid><description>Coronary angiography and stent insertion explained: when they are needed, how the procedure is done through the wrist, the risks and aftercare.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmia): types, symptoms and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-arrhythmia/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-arrhythmia/</guid><description>Heart arrhythmia and atrial fibrillation explained: symptoms of an irregular heartbeat, how it is diagnosed and when ablation or a pacemaker is used.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Heart valve disease: stenosis, regurgitation and treatment options</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-valve-disease/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-valve-disease/</guid><description>Heart valve disease explained: aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, symptoms, echocardiography and treatment from monitoring to valve replacement or TAVI.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Neurological diseases: symptoms, diagnosis and modern treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/neurological-diseases/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/neurological-diseases/</guid><description>A guide to neurological diseases: stroke, Parkinson's, dementia, migraine, epilepsy and sleep apnoea – warning signs, MRI and EEG tests and modern treatment.</description><category>Neurology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Stroke: symptoms, emergency action, treatment and recovery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/stroke/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/stroke/</guid><description>Stroke symptoms explained with BE-FAST – call 112 immediately. Types of stroke, clot-busting treatment, thrombectomy, rehabilitation and prevention.</description><category>Neurology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Parkinson's disease: early symptoms, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/parkinsons-disease/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/parkinsons-disease/</guid><description>Parkinson's disease explained: early symptoms such as tremor and slowness, how it is diagnosed, medicines, deep brain stimulation and rehabilitation.</description><category>Neurology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Alzheimer's disease and dementia: early signs, diagnosis and care</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/alzheimers-and-dementia/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/alzheimers-and-dementia/</guid><description>Alzheimer's disease and dementia: early signs of memory loss, how dementia is diagnosed, current treatment options, care at home and support for families.</description><category>Neurology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Migraine: symptoms, triggers and effective treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/migraine/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/migraine/</guid><description>Migraine explained: how to recognise attacks and aura, common triggers, treatment for attacks, preventive options and when a headache needs urgent care.</description><category>Neurology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Epilepsy and EEG: seizure types, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/epilepsy-and-eeg/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/epilepsy-and-eeg/</guid><description>Epilepsy explained: types of seizures, what an EEG and MRI show, anti-seizure medicines, surgery for drug-resistant epilepsy and seizure first aid.</description><category>Neurology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Sleep apnoea and polysomnography: symptoms, sleep studies and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/sleep-apnoea-and-polysomnography/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/neurology/sleep-apnoea-and-polysomnography/</guid><description>Sleep apnoea: snoring, breathing pauses and daytime sleepiness. What a sleep study (polysomnography) involves, AHI scores, CPAP and other treatments.</description><category>Neurology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Orthopaedics and traumatology: a guide to conditions, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/orthopaedics-and-traumatology/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/orthopaedics-and-traumatology/</guid><description>Orthopaedics and traumatology guide: osteoarthritis, sports injuries, slipped disc, knee and hip replacement, arthroscopy, diagnosis and when to see a doctor.</description><category>Orthopaedics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Knee replacement: when it is needed, what happens and how recovery goes</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/knee-replacement/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/knee-replacement/</guid><description>Knee replacement explained: when surgery is needed, total vs partial knee replacement, the operation, risks, rehabilitation and when to see a doctor.</description><category>Orthopaedics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Hip replacement: who needs it, the operation and recovery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/hip-replacement/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/hip-replacement/</guid><description>Hip replacement explained: reasons for surgery, total vs partial hip replacement, the operation, risks such as dislocation and clots, and recovery tips.</description><category>Orthopaedics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>ACL tear and ACL reconstruction: symptoms, surgery and rehab</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/acl-reconstruction/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/acl-reconstruction/</guid><description>ACL tear explained: symptoms, MRI diagnosis, when ACL reconstruction surgery is needed, graft options, risks, rehabilitation and getting back to sport.</description><category>Orthopaedics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Herniated disc (lumbar and cervical): symptoms, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/herniated-disc/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/herniated-disc/</guid><description>Herniated (slipped) disc in the lower back and neck: sciatica and arm pain, MRI, non-surgical treatment, when surgery helps and red-flag symptoms to watch.</description><category>Orthopaedics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Shoulder arthroscopy: when it is used, what happens and recovery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/shoulder-arthroscopy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/shoulder-arthroscopy/</guid><description>Shoulder arthroscopy for rotator cuff tears, instability and dislocation, labral tears and frozen shoulder: how keyhole surgery works, risks and rehab.</description><category>Orthopaedics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Plastic and reconstructive surgery: aesthetic surgery, reconstruction and microsurgery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/plastic-and-reconstructive-surgery/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/plastic-and-reconstructive-surgery/</guid><description>Plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery explained: types of operation, microsurgery, reconstruction after cancer and injury, risks and recovery.</description><category>Plastic surgery</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Rhinoplasty (nose job): cosmetic and functional nose surgery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/rhinoplasty/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/rhinoplasty/</guid><description>Rhinoplasty explained: cosmetic and functional nose surgery, open vs closed technique, septoplasty, preparation, risks, swelling and when results show.</description><category>Plastic surgery</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): tightening the abdomen after pregnancy and weight loss</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/abdominoplasty/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/abdominoplasty/</guid><description>Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) explained: who it suits after pregnancy and weight loss, muscle separation, types of surgery, risks, recovery and choosing well.</description><category>Plastic surgery</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Obesity and metabolic surgery: causes, health risks and treatment options</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/obesity-and-metabolic-surgery/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/obesity-and-metabolic-surgery/</guid><description>Obesity explained: how it is measured, the health risks it brings and when weight loss surgery such as a gastric sleeve or bypass, or medication, may help.</description><category>Obesity</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Gastric sleeve surgery: how it works, risks and recovery</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/gastric-sleeve/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/gastric-sleeve/</guid><description>Gastric sleeve surgery explained: who it suits, how the keyhole operation is done, the main risks, the diet stages afterwards and long-term follow-up.</description><category>Obesity</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Gastric bypass surgery: how it works, risks and life afterwards</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/gastric-bypass/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/gastric-bypass/</guid><description>Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y and one-anastomosis) explained: who it suits, how it is done, effects on diabetes and reflux, dumping syndrome, lifelong vitamins.</description><category>Obesity</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Diagnosis and medical tests: a patient's guide</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/diagnosis-and-tests/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/diagnosis-and-tests/</guid><description>A guide to medical tests: blood tests, ultrasound, MRI, CT, PET/CT, endoscopy and biopsy – when they are used, how to prepare and how to understand results.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>MRI and CT scans: the differences, uses and how to prepare</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/mri-and-ct/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/mri-and-ct/</guid><description>MRI and CT scans explained: how they work, when each is chosen, contrast dye, radiation, implants, claustrophobia and how to prepare for your scan.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>PET/CT scan: what it shows, how to prepare and when it is needed</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/pet-ct/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/pet-ct/</guid><description>PET/CT scans explained: how they work, which cancers they are used for, preparation (fasting, blood sugar), radiation dose, false positives and results.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Tumour markers: what blood tests can and cannot tell you</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/tumour-markers/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/tumour-markers/</guid><description>Tumour markers (PSA, CEA, CA 125, CA 15-3, CA 19-9, AFP) explained: what they are used for, why they are not a cancer test for the healthy, what a rise means.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Health check-up: which tests are worth having at each age</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/health-check-up/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/health-check-up/</guid><description>Health check-ups explained: which tests make sense by age and sex, cancer, heart and diabetes screening, what to skip and how to prepare for your appointment.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Robotic surgery: how it works, where it is used and its limits</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/robotic-surgery/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/robotic-surgery/</guid><description>Robotic surgery explained: how surgeons control the robot, which operations use it (prostate, kidney, womb, bowel), benefits, risks, choosing a centre.</description><category>Science</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Liquid biopsy: what a blood test for tumour DNA can show</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/liquid-biopsy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/liquid-biopsy/</guid><description>Liquid biopsy explained: how a blood test detects tumour DNA (ctDNA), where it is used in lung and other cancers, its limits and multi-cancer detection tests.</description><category>Science</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>CAR-T cell therapy: how it works, who it is for and the risks</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/car-t-cell-therapy/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/science/car-t-cell-therapy/</guid><description>CAR-T cell therapy explained: how T cells are reprogrammed to fight cancer, which leukaemias, lymphomas and myeloma it treats, the steps and side effects.</description><category>Science</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Heart-healthy eating: what to eat and what to cut back on</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/healthy-living/heart-healthy-diet/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/healthy-living/heart-healthy-diet/</guid><description>Heart-healthy diet made practical: the Mediterranean pattern, less salt and saturated fat, more vegetables and fibre, plus everyday tips and a sample menu.</description><category>Healthy living</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Physical activity and health: how much exercise do you need?</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/healthy-living/physical-activity/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/healthy-living/physical-activity/</guid><description>Physical activity and health: how much weekly exercise the WHO recommends, heart and cancer benefits, how to start safely and when to see a doctor.</description><category>Healthy living</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Cancer prevention: how lifestyle can lower your risk</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/healthy-living/cancer-prevention/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/healthy-living/cancer-prevention/</guid><description>Cancer prevention explained: tobacco, alcohol, diet, weight, exercise, sun, HPV and hepatitis B vaccines and screening – what really lowers cancer risk.</description><category>Healthy living</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Cervical cancer: causes, symptoms, screening and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cervical-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cervical-cancer/</guid><description>Cervical cancer explained: HPV, early symptoms, smear and HPV tests, stages and treatment options – surgery, chemoradiotherapy and immunotherapy.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Ovarian cancer: symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/ovarian-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/ovarian-cancer/</guid><description>Ovarian cancer: vague early symptoms, BRCA and inherited risk, CA-125 and ultrasound, stages and treatment with surgery, chemotherapy and PARP inhibitors.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Stomach cancer: symptoms, causes, endoscopy and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/stomach-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/stomach-cancer/</guid><description>Stomach cancer: Helicobacter pylori, early symptoms, endoscopy and biopsy, stages and treatment – surgery, perioperative chemotherapy and immunotherapy.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Pancreatic cancer: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/pancreatic-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/pancreatic-cancer/</guid><description>Pancreatic cancer: risk factors, jaundice and other symptoms, CT and CA 19-9, the Whipple operation, chemotherapy and why an experienced centre matters.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Liver cancer: causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/liver-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/liver-cancer/</guid><description>Liver cancer (HCC): cirrhosis and hepatitis, ultrasound surveillance, BCLC stages and treatment – resection, ablation, transplant and immunotherapy.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Kidney cancer: symptoms, diagnosis and modern treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/kidney-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/kidney-cancer/</guid><description>Kidney cancer (renal cell carcinoma): risk factors, blood in urine, incidental findings on scans, stages and treatment – surgery, ablation and immunotherapy.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bladder cancer: symptoms, cystoscopy and treatment options</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/bladder-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/bladder-cancer/</guid><description>Bladder cancer explained: blood in urine and other symptoms, smoking as a risk factor, cystoscopy, TURBT, BCG, cystectomy and modern treatment options.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Thyroid cancer: nodules, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/thyroid-cancer/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/thyroid-cancer/</guid><description>Thyroid cancer explained: when a nodule is worrying, ultrasound and fine-needle biopsy, types of thyroid cancer, surgery, radioactive iodine and follow-up.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Melanoma: spotting a dangerous mole, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/melanoma/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/melanoma/</guid><description>Melanoma skin cancer explained: the ABCDE rule for moles, risk factors, dermoscopy, biopsy, Breslow thickness, surgery, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Leukaemia: types, symptoms, diagnosis and modern treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/leukaemia/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/leukaemia/</guid><description>Leukaemia explained: acute and chronic, myeloid and lymphoid types, symptoms, blood count and bone marrow tests, chemotherapy, targeted drugs and transplant.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Lymphoma: types, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/lymphoma/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/lymphoma/</guid><description>Lymphoma explained: Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, swollen lymph nodes and B symptoms, biopsy, PET-CT, chemoimmunotherapy, radiotherapy and CAR-T.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>High blood pressure (hypertension): symptoms, measuring and treatment</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/high-blood-pressure/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/high-blood-pressure/</guid><description>High blood pressure (hypertension) explained: normal readings, how to measure at home, symptoms, risks to heart and brain, lifestyle changes and treatment.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Type 2 diabetes: symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the link with weight</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/type-2-diabetes/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/type-2-diabetes/</guid><description>Type 2 diabetes explained: early symptoms, blood glucose and HbA1c, prediabetes, diet and exercise, modern medicines, metabolic surgery and complications.</description><category>Obesity</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Cancer treatment in Turkey: choosing a hospital, a team and a plan</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cancer-treatment-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/oncology/cancer-treatment-in-turkey/</guid><description>Cancer treatment in Turkey: second opinion, cancer surgery, chemo-, radio- and immunotherapy in Istanbul – how to choose a hospital and what to expect.</description><category>Oncology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Kidney transplant in Turkey: living related donors, the law and the process</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/kidney-transplant-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/kidney-transplant-in-turkey/</guid><description>Kidney transplant in Turkey: only with a living related donor under Turkish law, donor assessment, documents, the stay in Istanbul and follow-up at home.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Liver transplant in Turkey: living donors, the law and the process</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/liver-transplant-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/transplantation/liver-transplant-in-turkey/</guid><description>Liver transplant in Turkey from a living related donor: the law, who can donate part of their liver, assessment, risks, the stay in Istanbul and follow-up.</description><category>Transplantation</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Heart surgery in Turkey: bypass, valve surgery and stents in Istanbul</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-surgery-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/cardiology/heart-surgery-in-turkey/</guid><description>Heart surgery in Turkey: bypass, valve surgery, TAVI, angiography and stents in Istanbul. How to choose a hospital and team, and how the process works.</description><category>Cardiology</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Knee replacement in Turkey: choosing a hospital and surgeon and what to expect</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/knee-replacement-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/orthopaedics/knee-replacement-in-turkey/</guid><description>Knee replacement in Turkey: who needs it, choosing a hospital and orthopaedic surgeon in Istanbul, travel, length of stay, rehabilitation and follow-up.</description><category>Orthopaedics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Bariatric surgery in Turkey: gastric sleeve and gastric bypass in Istanbul</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/bariatric-surgery-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/obesity/bariatric-surgery-in-turkey/</guid><description>Bariatric surgery in Turkey: who is eligible, gastric sleeve or bypass, choosing a hospital in Istanbul, length of stay, risks and follow-up at home.</description><category>Obesity</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Breast reconstruction in Turkey: rebuilding the breast after mastectomy in Istanbul</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/breast-reconstruction-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/plastic-surgery/breast-reconstruction-in-turkey/</guid><description>Breast reconstruction in Turkey after mastectomy: implants or your own tissue, microsurgery, choosing a surgeon in Istanbul, stages, length of stay and risks.</description><category>Plastic surgery</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
<item><title>Health check-up in Turkey: a preventive medical check at an Istanbul hospital</title><link>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/health-check-up-in-turkey/</link><guid>https://zdraveguide.com/en/diagnostics/health-check-up-in-turkey/</guid><description>Health check-up in Turkey: what a preventive check includes, which tests make sense at your age, choosing an Istanbul hospital and what to do with results.</description><category>Diagnostics</category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item>
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