Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism: signs and thyroid tests
By Dr. Sara Zavalani The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland at the front of the neck. Its hormones affect metabolism, heart rate, body temperature and energy levels. When the thyroid works too little or too much, the signs can look
World Diabetes Day: free blood sugar test at Aura on Saturday 14 November
By Dr. Sara Zavalani To mark World Diabetes Day, Aura Medical Clinic invites you on Saturday 14 November 2026, from 09:00 to 13:00, for a free blood sugar test and a short talk with endocrinologist Dr. Sara Zavalani, the clinic’s founder. Type
Type 2 diabetes: early signs and when to get tested
By Dr. Sara Zavalani Type 2 diabetes usually develops slowly and can go for years without clear signs. Many people find out by chance, from a routine blood test, or only once complications have appeared. That is why it is worth
Varicose veins: endovenous laser, sclerotherapy or surgery?
By Prof. Dr. Albi Fagu Not all varicose veins are treated the same way. Endovenous laser, sclerotherapy and varicectomy (surgery) are three different methods with different aims. The choice does not start from the name of the method, but from an
Facial peel vs peptide mask: what is different?
A facial peel and a professional peptide mask are different categories of care. A peel uses an exfoliation product and protocol selected after assessment of the skin. A peptide mask is a professional topical application whose formula and contact time
Otoplasty in Tirana: how should you plan arrival and the preoperative appointment?
By Klevis Thomai Travel for otoplasty should begin with a confirmed appointment and the clinic's instructions, rather than a ticket or sightseeing plan. Aura Medical Clinic plans otoplasty individually after assessing ear shape, position or asymmetry. A consultation does not guarantee
Dermapen vs facial PRP/PRF: what are the differences?
By Denada Sherja Dermapen and facial PRP/PRF may be discussed for concerns connected with skin quality, but they are not two names for the same procedure. Dermapen is a microneedling device that uses sterile micro-needles and individually selected parameters. PRP and
Breast augmentation: how should you read and compare a surgical plan?
Two documents headed ‘breast augmentation’ can describe different surgical plans. Before comparing the price or a result photograph, check the objective, procedure, technique, materials, surgeon, clinical arrangements and follow-up stated in each proposal. Aura Medical Clinic places consultation and individual assessment
Arm lift vs arm liposuction: what are the differences?
An arm lift and arm liposuction may both be discussed when a person is concerned about upper-arm contour, but they do not address the same tissue in the same way. An arm lift, or brachioplasty, focuses on excess skin and
Laser hair removal in Tirana: how should you plan sun exposure?
If you are travelling for laser hair removal in Tirana, recent sun exposure, tanning and planned outdoor time should be discussed before you build the trip around a session. They form part of the skin assessment; a travel booking does
