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Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis that typically affects areas of pilosebaceous gland-containing skin. In HS, patients often suffer recurrent attacks of discharging and painful lesions that can require multiple courses of antibiotics or surgical drainage. The condition causes significant morbidity, distress and sometimes long-term scarring. In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at the disease process, classification and classical features of HS as well as conservative, medical and surgical treatment options.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/dermatology/ep-141-hidradenitis-suppurativa.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.
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Ep 140 – Seasonal affective disorder
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs at specific times of the year, most commonly during the autumn and winter months when daylight hours are shorter. Characterised by symptoms such as persistent sadness, fatigue and changes in appetite or sleep patterns, SAD is more than just the "winter blues." It is a clinically recognised but often underdiagnosed condition that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. In this episode, Dr Roger Henderson looks at how to diagnose SAD as well as the causes, symptoms and treatment options in primary care.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/mental-health/ep-140-seasonal-affective-disorder.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.
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Ep 139 – Identification and treatment of perinatal mental health problems
Perinatal mental health (PNMH) problems affect one in five women and one in ten men. They can present in several ways, including depression and anxiety, but also post-traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and psychosis. In the third episode of the perinatal mental health series, Dr James Waldron and Dr Jenny Barnes (GP and Perinatal Mental Health Champion, Warwickshire) discuss what to do in clinical practice when PNMH issues are suspected. Prevention is better than cure, so it is worth taking steps to identify people at risk and offering support and treatment where necessary.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/mental-health/ep-139-identification-and-treatment-of-perinatal-mental-health-problems.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.
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Ep 138 – Morton's neuroma
Morton’s neuroma is a common condition that results in forefoot pain. It is a condition that can often be diagnosed in primary care and managed with simple changes in footwear and over-the-counter treatments. In this episode, Dr Kate Chesterman discusses the classic presentation of Morton’s neuroma, considers the need for any investigations, and updates us on appropriate self-care advice that can be given to patients.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/orthopaedics/ep-138-mortons-neuroma.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.
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Ep 137 – Beyond baby blues: supporting mental health in parents and partners
The 6–8-week postnatal check is a chance to better support mental health in new parents. In this second episode in a series on perinatal mental health, Dr James Waldron speaks with Dr Jenny Barnes – a GP in Warwickshire and perinatal mental health champion – about making the most of this critical opportunity. This episode discusses addressing mental health in both mothers and partners, the hidden toll of social media and understanding associated conditions such as obsessive-compulsive disorder and psychosis. It also offers practical insights for healthcare professionals to expand their approach and improve care for the whole family.Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at:https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/mental-health/ep-137-beyond-baby-blues-supporting-mental-health-in-parents-and-partners.Did you know? With GPnotebook Pro, you can earn CPD credits by tracking the podcast episodes you listen to. Learn more.
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