The Aafiyah Clinical Library — symptoms, conditions, biomarkers & blood tests.
A plain-English medical reference, written and reviewed by our DHA-licensed, British-trained family medicine consultants. Every entry maps to all 298 Dubai neighbourhoods — 60,494+ localised landing pages in total. Search, understand, see the tests that help — and book a real Dubai GP when you're ready.
A clinician-written A–Z of what you might be feeling.
Every entry starts with a direct 40–60 word answer, then explains likely causes, the tests that clarify things, what usually helps, and when to see a doctor urgently. Nothing is generic — it's written for the Dubai patient, in Dubai, by our own GPs.
It's not a replacement for a consultation. It's the reference you wish existed before you booked one — so the appointment (or WhatsApp with our team) starts from a much better place.
Four steps, no jargon.
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Search or browse
Type a symptom or condition, or filter by body system and type.
- 02
Read the direct answer
A 40–60 word plain-English summary at the top of every entry.
- 03
See the recommended tests
Which blood tests or scans a GP would typically consider, and why.
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Book with a real GP
One tap to WhatsApp, book in-clinic in Business Bay, or a nurse home visit.
Anyone in Dubai trying to make sense of a symptom.
- · Adults and parents figuring out whether something needs a doctor now, this week, or watching.
- · People preparing for a GP or specialist visit and wanting the right vocabulary.
- · Anyone tired of vague health search results written for other countries.
The internet is loud. This is calm, local, and accurate.
Every entry is written by our DHA-licensed GPs, cross-referenced against NHS, NICE, Mayo Clinic and UpToDate guidance, and reviewed for the Dubai context — heat, humidity, common exposures, cultural factors. If our clinicians wouldn't say it in the consult room, it doesn't go in the library.
Showing 1–24 of 203 results
- testAafiyah General Health CheckBlood test
40+ markers, ECG, doctor consultation and written report.
- symptomAbdominal painDigestive system
Sudden severe abdominal pain, or pain with fever, rigid abdomen, blood, or fainting, is an emergency — attend A&E. Persistent or recurrent pain needs GP assessment with blood tests, urine tests and possibly imaging.
- symptomAC Cough (Air-Conditioning Cough)General
Dry, tickly cough that worsens in air-conditioned offices, cars and bedrooms — a Dubai classic. Same-day GP review at home or clinic.
- conditionAcid Reflux & GERDGeneral
Heartburn, regurgitation, chronic cough or a lump in the throat — most reflux can be controlled without a lifetime of PPIs. We investigate H. pylori, adjust treatment properly and refer for endoscopy when needed.
- symptomAcid Reflux & HeartburnGeneral
Heartburn, regurgitation or chronic reflux — GP assessment with PPI prescription.
- symptomAcneGeneral
Teen or adult acne, hormonal breakouts or cystic acne — GP and dermatology-led treatment.
- biomarkerAlbuminLiver
The most abundant protein in blood, produced by the liver.
- symptomAllergies & Hay FeverGeneral
Sneezing, itchy eyes, hives or food allergy — allergy testing and treatment plan.
- testAllergy IgE Panel — DubaiBlood test
Specific IgE panel covering 40+ Middle-East-relevant inhalant and food allergens — date palm pollen, Bermuda grass, dust mite, mould, peanut, tree nut, shellfish, egg, milk, wheat.
- testAllergy PanelBlood test
Food and environmental allergen IgE panel.
- biomarkerALTLiver
An enzyme released when liver cells are damaged — the most sensitive marker of liver inflammation.
- testAnaemia PanelBlood test
Full blood count, ferritin, B12, folate.
- symptomAnkle Pain & SprainGeneral
Sports ankle sprain, swelling or chronic instability — same-day assessment with X-ray referral.
- symptomAnxietyMental wellbeing
Anxiety causes emotional and physical symptoms that can mimic thyroid or cardiac conditions. A GP assessment excludes medical causes, and treatment includes therapy (CBT), lifestyle changes and, when needed, medication. Confidential support is available in Dubai.
- conditionAnxietyGeneral
Panic attacks, constant worry, palpitations or sleeplessness — we treat anxiety properly in Dubai. Medical work-up first (thyroid, caffeine, blood sugar), then evidence-based treatment with the right combination of therapy and medication.
- biomarkerApoBLipid
A protein found on every atherogenic lipid particle. Measuring ApoB counts the actual number of artery-damaging particles, regardless of how much cholesterol each carries.
- biomarkerASTLiver
An enzyme found in liver and muscle — used alongside ALT to assess liver health.
- conditionUrgentAsthmaRespiratory health
Asthma is a treatable long-term airway condition diagnosed with symptoms plus objective testing such as spirometry or FeNO. Modern care uses a daily inhaled steroid inhaler (often with a fast-acting reliever) and a personalised action plan. Rescue plans and same-day review are essential when symptoms worsen.
- symptomAthlete's Foot & Fungal SkinGeneral
Itchy, peeling skin between toes or fungal groin/body rash — same-day GP with antifungal prescription.
- symptomBaby Colic & CryingGeneral
Excessive crying, feeding or reflux concerns — home visit with paediatric-trained GP.
- symptomBack painMuscles & joints
Most back pain settles within 4–6 weeks with gentle movement, physiotherapy and simple analgesia. Urgent care is needed for new bladder or bowel problems, saddle numbness, leg weakness, fever, unexplained weight loss, or pain after trauma.
- testBeta-hCG Quantitative Pregnancy Test — DubaiBlood test
Quantitative serum beta-hCG — detects pregnancy 8-10 days post-conception, well before urine tests, and tracks viability through serial doubling times.
- biomarkerBilirubinLiver
A breakdown product of red blood cells, processed by the liver.
- symptomBrain fogBrain & nervous system
Brain fog is usually multifactorial — sleep, stress, iron, thyroid, vitamin D and B12, hormones, and post-viral syndromes are the main contributors. A GP consultation and blood panel identify treatable causes; escalation to specialist review is only occasionally needed.
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