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  • Children’s Snoring vs ADHD – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. Can chronic snoring in children mimic ADHD symptoms? Yes, chronic snoring and sleep-disordered breathing can closely mimic the core features of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. When a child’s airway is partially obstructed during sleep, restorative deep…

  • Children Snoring – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. Is snoring common in children? Yes, occasional snoring is common in children, particularly during colds or allergies. However, habitual snoring, defined as snoring most nights, is less common and may indicate an underlying issue…

  • Ezetimibe – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is ezetimibe? Ezetimibe is a cholesterol-lowering medication used to reduce levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood. It is often prescribed alone or in combination with a statin to improve cholesterol…

  • Flu Vaccine – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is the flu vaccine? The flu vaccine is an immunisation that helps protect against infection with influenza viruses. It stimulates the immune system to recognise and fight the virus, reducing the risk of…

  • Panic Attack – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is a panic attack? A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear or discomfort that reaches its peak within minutes. It can occur unexpectedly or be triggered by certain situations and…

  • Pitted Keratolysis – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is pitted keratolysis? Pitted keratolysis is a bacterial skin infection that affects the soles of the feet, and occasionally the palms. It causes small, crater-like pits in the skin, often accompanied by an…

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is irritable bowel syndrome? Irritable bowel syndrome is a common functional gastrointestinal disorder that affects how the bowel works. It causes recurrent abdominal pain associated with changes in bowel habits, without any identifiable…

  • Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is SIBO? SIBO stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. While the large intestine normally contains large numbers of bacteria, the small intestine should have relatively few. SIBO occurs when bacteria migrate from the…

  • Pityriasis Rosea – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is pityriasis rosea? Pityriasis rosea is a common, self-limiting skin condition that causes a temporary rash, usually in young adults and teenagers. It often begins with a single large patch on the skin…

  • HIV PrEP – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is HIV PrEP? HIV PrEP, or pre-exposure prophylaxis, is a medication taken by people who are HIV negative to significantly reduce their risk of acquiring HIV. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is one…