Contact dermatitis is a type of eczema triggered by contact with a particular substance. Eczema is the name for a group of conditions that cause skin to become dry and irritated. Contact dermatitis usually improves or clears up completely if the substance causing the problem is identified and avoided. Treatments are also available to help ease the […]
Insomnia means you regularly have problems sleeping. It usually gets better by changing your sleeping habits. Check if you have insomnia You have insomnia if you regularly: find it hard to go to sleep wake up several times during the night lie awake at night wake up early and cannot go back to sleep still […]
If you are overweight and are serious about losing weight, the Lipotrim Pharmacy Programme could help you reach your goal, knowing you have a highly trained healthcare professional on hand for information, advice and encouragement. You need to be overweight and serious about losing it . There are a few medical restrictions so you will […]
Blisters should heal on their own within a week. They can be painful while they heal, but you shouldn't need to see a GP. How you can treat a blister yourself To relieve any pain, use an ice pack (or a bag of frozen vegetables wrapped in a towel) on the blister for up to […]
THE MORNING AFTER PILL Support, guidance and medication for women seeking emergency contraceptive treatment Like condoms and other forms of contraception, the morning after pill is an effective method for reducing the risk of pregnancy as a result of sexual intercourse. There are two kinds of emergency contraception. The first of these is the morning […]
Jet lag is when your normal sleep pattern is disturbed after a long flight. Symptoms usually improve within a few days as your body adjusts to the new time zone. Ways to reduce jet lag Jet lag cannot be prevented, but there are things you can do to reduce its effects. Before you travel Do […]
How to choose a blood pressure monitor and measure your blood pressure at home Find out how to choose a reliable blood pressure monitor so you can measure your blood pressure at home. What is a normal blood pressure reading? A normal blood pressure reading is below 140/90, but if you have heart or circulatory disease, diabetes or kidney […]
WHAT IS ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION? Erection starts in the brain. When a man is sexually excited, the brain sends chemical messages to the muscles in the penis; this provides increased blood flow to the penis, filling two chambers inside. As blood fills these chambers, veins in the penis close up, allowing the penis to expand and […]
Dry or sore lips are a common problem, especially during hot or cold weather. There are things you can try yourself that may help. Things you can try yourself Do use a lip balm containing petroleum jelly or beeswax – you can buy these at a pharmacy or supermarket try a few different lip balms […]
Chlamydia is 1 of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the UK. It's passed on through unprotected sex (sex without a condom) and is particularly common in sexually active teenagers and young adults. If you live in England, are under 25 and are sexually active, it's recommended that you get tested for chlamydia […]