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Warts: can they be prevented?

Warts are rather unsightly and can appear anywhere on the face or body. Over time, most warts can clear-up and disappear by themselves, however, for warts that have grown in sensitive areas of the body, there are treatment options available. Read more from one of our top dermatologists Professor Andrew Wright on whether warts can be prevented and how they are treated.

Contact allergies and patch testing

At times, determining the cause of a skin rash can be very easy. Other times, it can be very difficult. In difficult cases where finding the cause is complex, patch testing is a reliable and efficient method of investigating what's irritating the skin. Professor Wright explains how this test works along with what could be causing allergic reactions.

How to protect your skin when swimming

Swimming is a great form of exercise and also lots of fun, however, swimming pools are not the safest places for people who have sensitive skin and/ or asthma because of the chlorine used to keep the pool clean. Here, expert dermatologist Professor Andrew Wright gives his advice on how you can reduce the risk of skin irritation when swimming.

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