Medical disclaimer

Last updated 12 October 2026

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General information, not medical advice

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Don't stop, start or change any medicine or treatment because of something you've read here. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist first.

Consultations and prescriptions

Medical advice is given only by independent, HPCSA-registered doctors during a consultation. Each doctor is responsible for their own clinical decisions, including whether a medicine is appropriate for you. A doctor may decide a programme or a treatment isn't suitable, and may ask to see you in person or send you for tests.

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Results

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