Child allergies, immunodeficiencies and COVID: is my child safe?
Dr Helen Brough explains the risk level of coronavirus COVID-19 for children with allergies and immunodeficiencies.
Child allergies, immunodeficiencies and COVID: is my child safe?
Dr Helen Brough explains the risk level of coronavirus COVID-19 for children with allergies and immunodeficiencies.
By Mr Paul Roblin
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By Professor Kin Sheng Lim
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Are glaucoma drops safe? Your FAQs answered
Learn from Mr Kin Sheng Lim (an ophthalmologist and expert on glaucoma) about what glaucoma drops contain, if they are safe, possible side-effects and more.
By Mr Christopher Pepper
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Why does my child keep getting swimmer's ear?
Swimmer's ear, also known as otitis externa, is an infection of the skin of the ear canal and all too common in children who spend a lot of their time in the water, especially during the summer. Some children develop repeat infections which will need extra care and attention. Mr Christopher Pepper explains more.
How to reduce allergy and asthma-related back-to-school anxiety
Professor George Du Toit explains anxiety-reducing steps you can take concerning your child's safe return to school. He also clarifies if paediatric allergy and asthma patients have an extra high risk from the coronavirus COVID-19.
By Mr Christopher Pepper
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Sleep apnoea in kids: should you be worried if your child snores?
In the UK, up to 3% of children suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea, causing a disruption in their quality of sleep and problems for them during the day. Mr Christopher Pepper, a top consultant paediatric ENT surgeon based in London, explains the causes, how it is diagnosed and the treatments available.
How do I know if my child has a drug allergy?
How would you know if your child suffers from a drug allergy? If you have an allergy to a certain drug, does that mean your child will have it too? Professor George Du Toit, a leading consultant paediatric allergist practising in London and South England, answers these questions and more.
By Professor Kin Sheng Lim
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Ophthalmology
What to expect from laser iridotomy
An iridotomy is one of several options for testing glaucoma. Learn from a leading ophthalmology consultant and specialist in glaucoma, Mr Kin Sheng Lim, about the iridotomy procedure and what to expect from it.
By Dr David Game
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Managing hypertension with kidney disease
How can your kidneys cause you to have high blood pressure? Dr David Game, a renowned nephrologist based in London and specialising in chronic kidney disease and hypertension explains how problems in your kidneys can lead to hypertension and what lifestyle changes you need to make to improve it.
Hay fever in children: what symptoms should a parent look out for?
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