Managing common ear problems: discharge, ache and dizziness Pharmacists and their teams should be able to manage patients presenting with ear discharge, earache and dizziness effectively, referring patients only when necessary.…
Managing ear problems: hearing loss and tinnitus Pharmacy teams should know when to manage and refer patients presenting with hearing loss or tinnitus.…
Hepatitis A infection: symptoms and management Pharmacists must understand how hepatitis A is spread and how it affects patients in order to ensure prompt, effective treatment and to reduce the spread of the infection.…
Case-based learning: recognising sepsis Sepsis can lead to organ failure and death. However, early diagnosis and recognition in the pharmacy may help prevent these potentially fatal consequences.…
Case-based learning: sore throat Most sore throats are caused by viral infections and get better within a week through self-care. However, it is important to recognise when a sore throat is a symptom of a more serious illness.…
Recognising and managing body dysmorphic disorder A range of symptoms can indicate potential body dysmorphic disorder. Pharmacists should know how to have conversations about this condition and provide advice about the available treatments.…
Antisocial personality disorder: diagnosis and management Patients with antisocial personality disorder often present with substance misuse problems and comorbid mental health problems. Pharmacists can support them by improving medicine adherence and advice on how they can take their medicines safely.…
Endometriosis: symptoms, diagnosis and management Early diagnosis and multi-modal treatment is necessary to improve quality of life in adolescents and women with endometriosis.…
Case-based learning: cough Most coughs are acute and self-limiting; however, it is important to understand when a cough becomes clinically significant.…
Case-based learning: meningitis Causes, diagnosis and initial management options for adults and children with meningitis.…