Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment What is ringworm? Sometimes when we tell a patient that they (or their child) have “ringworm” they are horrified – often they don’t realise it’s not caused by a worm at all, but is actually a fungal skin infection. The name " ring worm" comes from the [...]
molluscum keratosis pilaris ringworm intertrigo eczema Certain skin conditions are very common, yet people often come to the doctor with no idea what’s going on. For some of these, such as ringworm, the treatment is simple- and once you know the diagnosis, it may be possible to safely [...]
What is PCOS and how is it diagnosed? symptoms & diagnosis related health issues treatment Around 1 in 10 women are thought to have “polycystic ovarian syndrome” , also known as PCOS - so it’s pretty common. There are a few ways to make a proper diagnosis of PCOS- one [...]
What causes hair loss in women? Women often present to their GP with concerns about hair loss. There are many conditions that can lead to thinning of the hair. Here are 15 possible causes of hair loss in women- some quite common, some very rare. We'll look at medical conditions, hormonal problems, family history, [...]
Introduction Acne is a very common skin condition. It is most prevalent in the teens and twenties, but it can persist or first appear in adulthood. There are many effective treatment options: most people start with products from a pharmacy, and if these don't work, a doctor can prescribe stronger [...]
What is Rosacea? Rosacea (also known as Acne Rosacea) is a very common skin condition, which can cause a lot of distress to sufferers. Symptoms include facial flushing, redness, dilated blood vessels, pimples and pustules. Sometimes there can be redness or inflammation around the eyelids and eye area. Whilst Rosacea can seem similar [...]
