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Ep 119 – Goitre

Posted August 22, 2024 • 00:16:14

The term goitre refers to an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, typically caused by iodine deficiency or autoimmune diseases such as Graves'...

Ep 118 – Altitude medicine: the role of the expedition doctor

Posted August 15, 2024 • 00:32:49

Global travel offers many opportunities for adventure – but some come with medical considerations. An infrequent but important consultation is altitude...

Ep 117 – Improving early diagnosis of type 2 diabetes: addressing the challenge of undiagnosed cases

Posted August 8, 2024 • 00:22:01

Undiagnosed type 2 diabetes is an increasing and concerning trend in the UK, particularly among Black and Asian ethnic groups and in areas of high deprivation....

Ep 116 – Transient loss of consciousness

Posted August 1, 2024 • 00:18:23

Transient loss of consciousness (TLoC) affects nearly half the population of the UK at some point in their lives and is not an uncommon presentation...

Ep 115 – Polycystic ovary syndrome

Posted July 25, 2024 • 00:13:15

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy in women of reproductive age, as well as being a major cause of infertility and pregnancy...