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Psychology

Understanding and treating PTSD: How EMDR therapy can help recovery

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop following the experience or observation of a traumatic event. In some cases, it can significantly impact a person’s quality of life, making it important to seek treatment, such as with eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. This article provides a comprehensive understanding of EMDR therapy, how it works for PTSD, and its effectiveness.

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Hepatology (liver specialist)

What is metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease?

Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a newly defined condition that represents a shift in understanding liver disease in relation to metabolic health. It’s a major cause of liver issues globally and is linked to metabolic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance. This new definition aims to be more inclusive and accurate in capturing a wider range of patients affected by liver disease associated with metabolic dysfunction.

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Psychiatry

The impact of ADHD on relationships: Building stronger connections

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can significantly impact relationships, particularly when one partner is affected by the condition. ADHD symptoms, such as impulsivity, distractibility and difficulty with organisation, can create misunderstandings, frustration, and miscommunication within personal relationships. However, with understanding, communication and appropriate strategies, it’s possible to strengthen connections and foster healthier relationships.

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Aesthetic medicine

Pattern baldness in males and females

Pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is a common form of hair loss that affects both men and women. It is primarily influenced by genetic and hormonal factors and can lead to a progressive thinning of hair. Though it presents similarly in both genders, there are distinct differences in how it manifests and progresses.

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Medical oncology

Breast reduction surgery for cosmetic and cancer patients

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, can be performed for both cosmetic reasons and as part of treatment for cancer patients. The procedure involves the removal of excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to achieve a more proportionate breast size, alleviate physical discomfort, or to reconstruct the breast after cancer treatment.

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Paediatrics

The use of nutraceuticals in paediatric migraine

Nutraceuticals, natural products derived from food sources, are increasingly being explored as a complementary treatment for various medical conditions, including paediatric migraines. Unlike pharmaceutical drugs, nutraceuticals offer a more natural approach to managing health conditions, and they are often sought by parents as an alternative or in addition to traditional medications for their children.

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Orthopaedic surgery

Hip replacement: what to expect before and after surgery

Hip replacement surgery is a corrective procedure to restore flexibility, functionality, and movement to the hips, located at the joint where the leg meets the pelvis. The thigh bone called the femur, fits into a niche of the pelvis in a ball-and-socket joint. It is synovial, meaning that there is a lubricative membrane that sits between the two bones and keeps movement fluid and without pain. When this membrane deteriorates, or if the patient has been in a bad accident that has damaged their hips or suffering from extreme arthritis and cannot walk even with a cane or walker, a hip replacement becomes neccessary.

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Hepatology (liver specialist)

What you need to know about metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is a condition where there is a buildup of fat in the liver. Although some fat in the liver is normal, MASLD is when the fat becomes more than 10% of the liver’s weight and it stops being able to function properly due to stiffness, which can have devastating consequences.

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Pulmonology & respiratory medicine

A guide to respiratory infections

Winter approaches on swift winds which means it’s the perfect time to be prepared for respiratory infections, which affect the throat, sinuses, airways, and lungs. We spoke to a leading consultant pulmonologist to tell us about respiratory tract infections, and how to know when cough syrup won’t be enough.

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Colorectal surgery

What are anal skin tags?

Anal skin tags are small, benign (non-cancerous) growths that develop around the anus. They are typically soft and flesh-coloured, often described as resembling small flaps or bumps of skin. Though they are harmless, anal skin tags can sometimes cause discomfort or concern, especially if they become irritated. These skin tags are quite common and may affect people of any age or gender. We speak to a specialist colorectal surgeon who explains what they are and how they are diagnosed..

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