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23.11.18
Dermatology
How serious is squamous cell skin carcinoma?
Squamous cell carcinoma (a form of skin cancer) can potentially appear anywhere on the body but is most likely to occur on parts that have had the most sun exposure. Leading dermatologist Dr Raj Mallipeddi explains when to see a doctor and the outlook on diagnosis.
By Professor Adam Fox
13.11.18
Allergy & immunology
How common are food allergies in children?
Allergies are extremely common, with an estimated 1 in 4 people in the UK affected by an allergy in some form. Dr Adam Fox, one of the UK’s leading paediatric allergists, explains what parents need to know about food allergies, and how you can help spot the symptoms in your child.
By Dr Raj Mallipeddi
06.11.18
Dermatology
Skin deep: An expert’s guide to the world’s most common cancer
Skin cancer is a common danger – in fact, it is the most common form of cancer in the world. The idea that an innocent-looking mole on the skin could be deadly is a worrying prospect and the fact that simply being in the sun for too long can cause it is perhaps more worrying still. People often want to know how to spot skin cancer early and if it can be cured. Dr Raj Mallipeddi, London-based consultant dermatological surgeon, is here with the answers.
By Professor Adam Fox
05.11.18
Paediatric allergy & immunology
Food allergies in children: your FAQs answered by a specialist
Food allergies in children are becoming increasingly common, with the number rising as time goes by. Food allergies are now becoming more widespread, affecting an estimated 5-6% of young children. Dr Adam Fox, a leading paediatric allergist, answers some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding allergies in children.
By Mr Sachin Malde
02.11.18
Urology
Benign prostate enlargement vs. prostatitis: what’s the difference?
Aside from prostate cancer, two of the commonest conditions to affect the prostate glands are prostatitis and benign prostate enlargement. Leading urologist Mr Sachin Malde explains the difference between both and when to see a doctor.
By Mr Luke Cascarini
22.10.18
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Robotics: Changing the face of head and neck surgery
Oral cancer has been traditionally very difficult to treat - but could robotic assisted surgery provide the solution? We asked consultant oral and maxilofacial surgeon Mr Luke Cascarini, one of the few surgeons in London offering robotic surgery for head and neck cancer.
By Mr Luke Cascarini
11.10.18
Oral & maxillofacial surgery
Regenerating the jaw with stem cells
It sounds like a plot from a sci-fi movie, but it's happening today in one of the top clinics in London. In a joint effort with The Regenerative Clinic, leading oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr Luke Cascarini is pioneering stem cell therapy for TMJ disorders - one of the leading causes of jaw pain. We asked him how the treatment works and what his predictions are for the future.
By Dr Raj Mallipeddi
20.09.18
Dermatology
Spotting the signs of basal cell carcinoma (BCC)
It is the most common type of skin cancer – but it can be fiendishly difficult to detect, because there is no “one” way it should look. In fact, there are over 20 growth patterns, some of which are hard to distinguish from an ordinary rash or spot. We asked Dr Raj Mallipeddi to explain the different types of basal cell carcinoma, what they can look like, and when you should see a doctor.
Food allergies in young children - what you need to know
Food allergies can be difficult to identify, but left untreated they can sometimes be serious. We asked leading paediatric allergist Professor George Du Toit how to spot the signs of an allergy in children, what types of food allergy children grow out of, and what allergies need treatment.
By Professor George Du Toit
14.08.18
Allergy & immunology
Hay fever: the facts you’re just itching to know
The pollen levels over the summer have been extremely high in the UK due to the extreme weather. Many hay fever sufferers have therefore had a terrible time with this. Esteemed paediatric allergist Professor George Du Toit is here to explain hay fever and how sufferers can deal with it.
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