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Motion sickness: causes, prevention and management

Motion sickness is a common problem that occurs when there is a conflict between the vestibular, visual and proprioceptive systems. It can be highly debilitating, but prevention strategies and symptom management can reduce the impact it has on individuals.…

Published: 28 March 2023

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Chlamydia: screening, diagnosis and management

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the UK. Learn the signs and symptoms of chlamydia, who is eligible for screening and how to treat it.…

Published: 10 February 2023

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Treatment and management of gout: the role of pharmacy

Gout is a common form of arthritis but despite being easily treatable, often goes undiagnosed or undertreated. This article explains the causes and symptoms of gout and the treatment strategy required to therapeutically ‘cure’ gout through lifelong medication.…

Published: 19 August 2022

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Current and advanced therapies for chronic wound infection

An overview of chronic wounds, including their physiology, causes and management options.…

Published: 15 July 2022

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Keloid scars: recognition and management

A visual guide to the symptoms and typical presentation of keloid scarring, a common presentation in skin of colour, and its optimal management.…

Published: 26 April 2022

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Case-based learning: haemorrhoids

An overview of the signs, symptoms and recommended management of haemorrhoids, as well as advice on when referral is required.…

Published: 4 January 2022

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Headache: recognition and management

Headaches are a very common disorder, with patients likely to present to community pharmacies for relief. Pharmacists should be able to advise on management, ensuring that medication overuse is prevented.…

Published: 14 December 2021

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Carpal tunnel syndrome: identification and management

As the NHS faces a backlog of patients requiring surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacy teams should be able to diagnose and support patients with effective management earlier to avoid surgery.…

Published: 5 October 2021

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