Asthma in children: Symptoms and diagnosis
A persistent dry cough as well as breathing difficulties and wheezing can be a signs of allergic asthma in children. In this informative article, hgihly esteemed consultant paediatric allergist Dr Helen Brough expertly explains how asthma is diagnosed in very young children and how the condition differs in adults.
Don’t take the risk: know your child’s food allergies
Allergic reactions can be scary, especially if the root cause of them is unknown. A common cause is food, but there are many kinds of foods and that can make finding the root cause difficult. To explain the process of discovering where the allergy comes from and how it is handled, leading paediatric allergist Dr Helen Brough has provided thorough answers to important questions in this article.
By Dr David Game
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Are kidney stones preventable?
Kidney stones are a common cause of pain, affecting 1 in 10 people. We discuss with revered London-based urologist, Dr David Game, the formation of kidney stones, the symptoms that they can cause, and whether they can be prevented entirely.
By Dr Varun Mehra
03.03.22
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Bone marrow transplant: who might require it?
Read our latest article to find out what exactly a bone marrow transplant is and who might need one, as leading London-based consultant haematologist, Dr Varun Mehra, answers all the commonly asked questions in relation to bone marrow transplants.
Feeling comfortable in their skin: All about paediatric eczema
The quality of life of both child and their parents, or carers, is significantly affected by paediatric eczema. Here to offer expert, reassuring advice about this condition is leading paediatric allergist Dr Helen Brough.
By Dr James Pattison
08.02.22
Nephrology
CKD: Causes, symptoms and management of even the most severe cases - and more
It's reassuring to learn about recent medical advances that allow for effective management of chronic kidney disease (CKD), even the more severe cases. Here to explain more and discuss other issues surrounding this common condition, particularly in the older population, is leading consultant nephrologist Dr James Pattinson.
By Professor Helen Brough
07.02.22
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All you need to know about allergic rhinitis
In this article, esteemed London-based consultant paediatric allergist, Dr Helen Brough, details what exactly allergic rhinitis is, what causes the condition, and how it can be most effectively treated.
By Mr Scott Robbie
05.10.21
Ophthalmology
Multifocal lenses: benefits and suitable candidates
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By Dr Thomas Smith
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What is spinal cord stimulation and can it fix my pain?
Severe chronic back pain can be dramatically relieved by spinal cord stimulation. Dr Thomas Smith, leading specialist in pain medicine, discusses the procedure, considering how - and who - it can help.
By Mr Christopher Pepper
06.05.21
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Acquired hearing loss in children – everything you need to know
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