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  • Hashimoto Thyroiditis vs Graves’ Disease – FAQs

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    This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is the key difference between Hashimoto thyroiditis and Graves’ disease?Hashimoto thyroiditis and Graves’ disease are both autoimmune thyroid conditions, but they have opposite effects. Hashimoto thyroiditis typically leads to an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), while…

  • Overactive Bladder – FAQs

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    This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is overactive bladder?Overactive bladder is a condition characterised by a sudden, urgent need to urinate that is difficult to control. It may occur with or without urge incontinence, where urine leaks before reaching the…

  • Topical Corticosteroid Potency – FAQs

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    This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What are topical corticosteroids?Topical corticosteroids are medicines applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation, redness, itching, and swelling. They are commonly used to treat conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and other inflammatory skin…

  • Large Hiatus Hernia – FAQs

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    This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is a large hiatus hernia?A hiatus hernia occurs when part of the stomach moves upward through the opening in the diaphragm where the oesophagus passes into the abdomen. A large hiatus hernia means that…

  • Thyroid Autoantibodies – FAQs

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    This is general health information only and is not a substitute for advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What are thyroid autoantibodies?Thyroid autoantibodies are proteins produced by the immune system that mistakenly target components of the thyroid gland. They are commonly found in autoimmune thyroid diseases and can help in diagnosis and monitoring.…

  • Complex PTSD – 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 complex PTSD? Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) is a condition that can develop after prolonged or repeated exposure to traumatic events, particularly those involving interpersonal harm such as abuse or neglect. It…

  • Bipolar Disorder vs Borderline Personality Disorder – 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 key difference between bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder? Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterised by distinct episodes of mania or hypomania and depression that last for days to weeks.…

  • Bipolar Disorder – 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 bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterised by alternating episodes of elevated mood (mania or hypomania) and low mood (depression). These mood changes can significantly affect energy levels, behaviour,…

  • Borderline Personality Disorder – 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 borderline personality disorder? Borderline personality disorder is a mental health condition characterised by persistent patterns of emotional instability, difficulties in relationships, impulsive behaviour, and a fragile sense of self. These patterns can…

  • Emotional Dysregulation – 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 emotional dysregulation? Emotional dysregulation refers to difficulty managing and responding to emotional experiences in an appropriate or controlled way. It may involve intense emotional reactions, rapid mood changes, or difficulty calming down…