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GPnotebook Podcast
A bite-sized, regular chat for all healthcare professionals working in primary care. Episodes cover clinical tips and hot topics. New episodes published every Thursday or Friday.
Episodes
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Ep 170 – Aortic stenosis
Aortic stenosis (AS) is an obstruction of blood flow from the left ventricle into the aorta due to narrowing at the level of the aortic valve. In Europe, it is…
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Ep 169 – Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome)
Shin splints are a common type of leg pain caused by repetitive stress on the bones and muscles in the lower leg, particularly around the tibia. The condition…
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Ep 168 – Ectopic pregnancy
In the UK, ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed in approximately 11 out of every 1,000 pregnancies and typically presents 6–8 weeks after the last normal menstrual…
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Ep 167 – Acute pancreatitis
Acute pancreatitis is an inflammatory condition of the pancreas, most commonly caused by bile stones or excessive use of alcohol. It is one of the most common…
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Ep 166 – Hand–arm vibration syndrome
Hand–arm vibration syndrome is a chronic, progressive disorder of the upper limbs resulting from prolonged exposure to vibration. It encompasses vascular…
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Ep 165 – Chronic kidney disease among adults in primary care: management
In the second part of a two-episode series on chronic kidney disease (CKD), Dr Hannah Rosa is joined again by Dr Will Hinchliffe, a Consultant in Renal and…
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Ep 164 – Cauda equina syndrome
Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is caused by compression of the lumbosacral nerve roots that extend below the spinal cord. The most common cause is disc prolapse…
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Ep 163 – Chronic kidney disease among adults in primary care: testing, diagnosis and referral
In the first of a two-episode series on chronic kidney disease (CKD), Dr Hannah Rosa is joined by Dr Will Hinchliffe, a Consultant in Renal and General…
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Ep 162 – Ankylosing spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic, immune-mediated inflammatory disorder that predominantly targets the axial skeleton, especially the spine and…
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Ep 161– Post-herpetic neuralgia
Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) is the most common complication following an episode of shingles and can affect up to one in five people. Pain is typically…
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Ep 160 – Rethinking HIV: dealing with a positive test result
What if one of the most misunderstood diagnoses of the past is now one of the most manageable chronic conditions? How can GPs play a pivotal role in tackling…
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Ep 159 – Baker’s cyst
Baker’s cysts commonly present in primary care. In this episode, Dr Kate Chesterman discusses the pathophysiology, underlying aetiology and management options…
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Ep 158 – Rotator cuff tears
A rotator cuff injury is an event that causes pain in the shoulder. This can be due to a tear, inflammation or narrowing of the space within the shoulder…
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Ep 157 – Ganglion cysts
Ganglion cysts, also sometimes referred to as synovial cysts, are the most common benign soft-tissue masses of the hand and wrist. These cysts arise from the…
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Ep 156 – Carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy, primarily affecting the median nerve at the level of the wrist. The condition results…
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Ep 155 – Temporal arteritis
Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammatory condition that affects the large- and medium-sized arteries, primarily those in the…
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Ep 154 – Febrile seizures
Febrile seizures are common in the first 5 years of life, and many factors that increase the risk of such seizures occurring have been identified. Initial…
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Ep 153 – Asthma treatment, monitoring and self-management: what's changed in the 2024 BTS, NICE and SIGN guideline?
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa continues looking at the new asthma guideline from the British Thoracic Society (BTS), NICE and SIGN, which was published in…
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Ep 152 – Rethinking HIV: from testing to transformation
What if one of the most misunderstood diagnoses of the past is now one of the most manageable chronic conditions? How can GPs play a pivotal role in tackling…
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Ep 151 – Dupuytren’s disease
Dupuytren’s disease is a chronic, progressive condition that primarily affects the palmar and digital fascia of the hand. Over time, fibrous cords form under…
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Ep 150 – Roseola
Roseola infantum is a viral infection primarily affecting infants and young children, most commonly between the ages of 6 and 12 months. It accounts for 10–45%…
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Ep 149 – Raynaud’s phenomenon
Raynaud's phenomenon is a relatively common condition seen in primary care (especially during the autumn and winter months) that is characterised by vasospasm…
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Ep 148 – Sickle cell disease
Sickle cell anaemia is a disease of red blood cells, caused by an autosomal recessive single gene defect in the beta-chain of haemoglobin, which results in…
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Ep 147 – Paronychia
Paronychia is a common condition affecting the proximal and lateral nail folds of the hands or feet. In this episode, Dr Kate Chesterman discusses the…
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Ep 146 – Asthma diagnosis and treatment: what's changed in the 2024 BTS, NICE and SIGN guideline?
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa discusses the new asthma guideline from the British Thoracic Society (BTS), NICE and SIGN, which was published in 2024. This…
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Ep 145 – Gambling-related harms
Around 0.5% of the adult population in England experience problems gambling, 3.8% are at elevated risk of gambling harms and an estimated 7% are negatively…
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Ep 144 – Osteoporosis: key learnings from the NOGG 2024 clinical guideline
The National Osteoporosis Guideline Group (NOGG) clinical guideline for osteoporosis was updated in December 2024. In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa shares 10…
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Ep 143 – Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition characterised by abdominal pain associated with bowel dysfunction and is one of the most common…
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Ep 142 – Colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the fourth most common malignancy in the UK and a major cause of morbidity and mortality. It refers to malignancies that arise from…
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Ep 141 – Hidradenitis suppurativa
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis that typically affects areas of pilosebaceous gland-containing skin. In HS, patients often…
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Ep 140 – Seasonal affective disorder
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs at specific times of the year, most commonly during the autumn and winter months when…
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Ep 139 – Identification and treatment of perinatal mental health problems
Perinatal mental health (PNMH) problems affect one in five women and one in ten men. They can present in several ways, including depression and anxiety, but…
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Ep 138 – Morton's neuroma
Morton’s neuroma is a common condition that results in forefoot pain. It is a condition that can often be diagnosed in primary care and managed with simple…
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Ep 137 – Beyond baby blues: supporting mental health in parents and partners
The 6–8-week postnatal check is a chance to better support mental health in new parents. In this second episode in a series on perinatal mental health, Dr…
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Ep 136 – Quiz of the year 2024
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa invites you to join her in the first ever GPnotebook quiz of the year. The GPnotebook education team have been reflecting upon…
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Ep 135 – Tinnitus
Tinnitus can be frustrating for both patients and clinicians as there is some misinformation and misunderstanding about its aetiology and treatment options…
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Ep 134 – Prostate cancer
One in six UK males will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. In the UK prostate cancer is the most common male cancer, with over 55,000 new…
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133 – Syphilis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Known for its varied symptoms and potential to progress through…
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Ep 132 – Young people and alcohol
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa reflects upon the changing relationship between young people and alcohol. She examines the latest statistics before discussing…
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Ep 131 – Perinatal mental health: awareness, risks and impacts
Perinatal mental health (PNMH) issues refer to the period from the point of conception to a child’s first birthday. It encompasses several different mental…
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Ep 130 – Croup
Croup is a respiratory condition typically affecting children, characterised by a distinctive barking cough, hoarseness and difficulty breathing. Caused…
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Ep 129 – Acute appendicitis
Acute appendicitis is a medical emergency characterised by the sudden onset of inflammation in the appendix. As one of the leading causes of abdominal pain…
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Ep 128 – Mastalgia (breast pain)
Breast pain affects around 70% of women at some point in their lives and is a common reason for referral to breast clinics. It is often a cause of anxiety for…
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Ep 127 – Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition characterised by chronic widespread pain together with multiple muscular tender points or associated fatigue, sleep disturbance or…
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Ep 126 – Are we doing enough chest X-rays in primary care?
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa reflects upon the poor lung cancer survival rates in the UK. She asks whether we are doing enough chest X-rays in primary care…
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Ep 125 – Generalised anxiety disorder
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is a common condition defined as chronic, excessive worry for at least 6 months that causes distress or impairment, and is…
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Ep 124 – Ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is a common female malignancy. Patients often present with vague, non-specific symptoms such as abdominal bloating, early satiety and dyspepsia…
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Ep 123 – Proprioception and sleep for children with additional needs
In episode 121, care and consultations for children with additional needs, and how to help these children and their families, were discussed. In this episode…
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Ep 122 – Emollients: an overview
Emollients are moisturisers that help soothe, hydrate and protect the skin by forming an occlusive barrier to lock in moisture. They are commonly used to treat…
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Ep 121 – Improving consultations for children with additional needs
Many children have additional needs, and occupational therapy can play an important role in helping these children take part in everyday activities as well as…
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Ep 120 – Echocardiography
Echocardiography is an essential tool in a wide range of clinical scenarios. Appropriate use of an echocardiogram ("echo" scan) can improve clinical outcomes…
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Ep 119 – Goitre
The term goitre refers to an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, typically caused by iodine deficiency or autoimmune diseases such as Graves' disease or…
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Ep 118 – Altitude medicine: the role of the expedition doctor
Global travel offers many opportunities for adventure – but some come with medical considerations. An infrequent but important consultation is altitude…
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Ep 117 – Improving early diagnosis of type 2 diabetes: addressing the challenge of undiagnosed cases
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…
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Ep 116 – Transient loss of consciousness
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 in primary…
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Ep 115 – Polycystic ovary syndrome
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…
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Ep 114 – Erectile dysfunction
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa discusses erectile dysfunction. Using the latest guidelines, this episode takes you through everything to consider when first…
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Ep 113 – Vaping: an update
Quitting smoking is the single most important thing a smoker can do to improve their health, and with the right combination of support, medication and…
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Ep 112 – Acne: getting the management spot on
In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa discusses a condition that affects 95% of people aged 11–30 to some extent: acne. The 2021 NICE guideline on acne vulgaris is…
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Ep 111 – Testicular torsion
Testicular torsion is a urological emergency that usually affects young men, and a high index of suspicion is vital to ensure prompt diagnosis and management…