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  • Psychotherapy – 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 psychotherapy? Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, is a treatment for mental health conditions, emotional difficulties, and stress-related issues. It involves talking with a trained therapist to understand thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and…

  • MASLD (Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Steatotic Liver Disease) – 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 MASLD? MASLD is a condition in which fat accumulates in the liver due to metabolic dysfunction, such as insulin resistance, obesity, high blood sugar, or abnormal cholesterol. It is the updated term…

  • Folliculitis – 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 folliculitis? Folliculitis is an inflammation or infection of hair follicles, causing small red bumps or pustules on the skin. It commonly occurs on areas exposed to friction, shaving, or sweating. 2. What…

  • Paronychia – 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 paronychia? Paronychia is an infection or inflammation of the skin around a fingernail or toenail. It usually affects the nail fold and can be acute (sudden onset) or chronic (long-lasting). 2. What…

  • Faecal Calprotectin – 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 faecal calprotectin? Faecal calprotectin is a protein found in white blood cells that appears in the stool when there is inflammation in the intestines. It is used as a non-invasive marker to…

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – 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 IBD? Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a term for chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, mainly including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. It causes ongoing gastrointestinal symptoms and may affect quality of…

  • Barrett’s Oesophagus – 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 Barrett’s oesophagus? Barrett’s oesophagus is a condition in which the normal lining of the lower oesophagus changes to a different type of tissue, usually as a result of long-term acid reflux (gastro-oesophageal…

  • 4-7-8 Breathing – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This information is for general educational purposes only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is 4-7-8 breathing? 4-7-8 breathing, sometimes called the “relaxing breath,” is a structured breathing technique designed to calm the nervous system. It involves inhaling quietly through the nose for four seconds, holding the…

  • The 3-Breath Rule – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This information is for general educational purposes only and does not replace advice from your GP or mental health professional. Seek professional support if you are experiencing severe or ongoing distress. 1. What is the 3-breath rule? The 3-breath rule is a brief self-regulation and mindfulness technique designed to help you pause during moments…

  • Box Breathing – FAQs

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    Disclaimer: This information is for general educational purposes only and does not replace advice from your GP or healthcare professional. 1. What is box breathing? Box breathing, also known as square breathing, is a structured breathing technique that uses equal timing for all phases of the breath. It involves breathing in for four seconds, holding…