Lab & Diagnostics
What blood tests, scans and screenings can tell you, why “normal” is not always optimal, and when to ask for further investigation.
Functional Health AnalysisBlood Tests: Why 'Normal' Doesn't Always Mean Optimal
You got your results back and the doctor said everything is 'fine'. So why do you still feel terrible? The problem might be what they tested — and how they inte
6 min readChronic Tiredness? Your Blood May Be the Answer
Persistent fatigue, pale skin, and shortness of breath are often dismissed as "stress" in Lagos. FXMed explains how chronic anaemia from underlying conditions s
6 min readCholesterol Deposits: What Your Skin Is Telling You About Your Heart
Yellowish deposits around the eyelids or tendons are visible signs of lipid imbalance that your heart cannot afford to ignore. FXMed explains what these mean an
5 min readChest Pain and Heart Disease: Know Your Risk in Nigeria
Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Nigeria — yet most Nigerians have never had their cardiovascular risk properly assessed. FXMed explains wh
7 min readWhen Blood in Urine Means More Than an Infection
Haematuria (blood in urine) is always worth investigating — yet many Nigerians have only UTIs considered. FXMed explains the range of causes, which warrant urge
6 min readBlood Cancer Awareness: Signs Lagos Families Must Know
Leukaemia and other blood cancers often present with symptoms that are confused with ordinary illness — fatigue, bruising, fever. FXMed explains the warning sig
6 min readEnlarged Heart: What It Means and What to Do
An enlarged heart on a chest X-ray is a finding that demands explanation — not dismissal. FXMed explains what causes cardiomegaly, what testing reveals, and the
7 min readLymphoma Warning Signs: When Swollen Glands Need Investigation
Swollen lymph nodes are common — but persistent, painless lymph node swelling is a sign that needs investigation. FXMed explains when to be concerned and what a
6 min readHeart Arrhythmias: When Your Heartbeat Needs Investigation
Palpitations, racing heart, or an irregular rhythm are symptoms that deserve proper cardiac assessment — not reassurance without investigation. FXMed explains w
7 min readBlurry Vision: What Your Eyes Say About Your Metabolic Health
Gradual blurring of vision is often attributed to age or needing glasses — but it can be an early sign of diabetes, hypertension, or nutritional deficiency. FXM
6 min readCancer in Nigeria: Early Warning Signs You Must Know
Cancer is most curable when caught early — yet in Nigeria, most diagnoses come at advanced stages. FXMed outlines the key warning signs that should prompt urgen
7 min readThalassaemia in Nigeria: Inheritance, Screening, and Living Well
Beta thalassaemia trait is more common in Nigeria than most people realise. FXMed explains what thalassaemia carrier status means, why couples should screen bef
6 min readIrregular Heartbeat: What Atrial Flutter Means for Your Health
Atrial flutter is a structured cardiac arrhythmia that carries stroke risk and often responds well to treatment. FXMed explains what it is, why it occurs, and h
6 min readAbdominal Aortic Aneurysm: The Scan That Saves Lives
A simple ultrasound scan can detect an abdominal aortic aneurysm before it ruptures — potentially saving your life. FXMed explains who needs screening in Nigeri
5 min readBlood Cancer in Children: Warning Signs Nigerian Parents Must Know
Childhood leukaemia is curable when caught early — but diagnosis is frequently delayed in Nigeria. FXMed explains the warning signs, which investigations matter
6 min readKidney Disease: Nigeria's Hidden Epidemic and How to Protect Yourself
Chronic kidney disease affects 25 million Nigerians — yet most discover it at an advanced, irreversible stage. FXMed explains the risk factors, what kidney func
8 min readRectal Bleeding: When to Get Checked and What It Means
Rectal bleeding is never normal — yet many Nigerians dismiss it as "pile" for years without investigation. FXMed explains the causes of rectal bleeding, which n
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