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Tick-induced mammalian meat allergy and tick anaphylaxis

25th September 2020

The most commonly seen tick-bite-induced allergies are mammalian meat allergy (MMA) and tick anaphylaxis. Tick anaphylaxis, an immediate IgE-mediated condition, is diagnosed clinically

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Hearing loss in children

18th September 2020

Earlier detection of hearing loss and subsequent intervention improves outcomes, particularly in younger children, as hearing loss affects language and cognitive development, behaviour,

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Knee pain in adults

11th September 2020

Adult knee pain is a common presentation to the GP. Clinical assessment will confirm a diagnosis and appropriate differential diagnoses. A plain weight-bearing series of X-rays is the

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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder

4th September 2020

PMDD is a real entity. PMDD is a severe, cyclical depressive disorder due to CNS impacts of gonadal hormone fluctuations. PMDD is not PMS and does not respond to lifestyle interventions

What needs to be considered in women with heavy menstrual bleeding

28th September 2020

A Q&A with Associate Professor Deborah Bateson

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Allergic rhinitis

28th August 2020

Allergic rhinitis is a very common condition in both children and adults; it tends to be both underdiagnosed and poorly managed. Allergic rhinitis can have a significant impact on

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Depression

21st August 2020

Depression is common and should be considered when patients present with other mental health or physical problems. Initial assessment of depression requires consideration of the

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Appendicitis

14th August 2020

Always consider a diagnosis of appendicitis in any patient with right iliac fossa pain regardless of age. It is mandatory to exclude pregnancy with a beta HCG test in any woman who is

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