11 Nov 2010
| by Dr Philip Marazzi
Dr Philip Marazzi outlines some commonly presented oral problems...presented with very painful oral ulceration. The problem was caused by herpes simplex type-1. It was his ...
to ensure there were no underlying problems, but nothing was found. He was given oral antivirals ...
28 Nov 2008
| by Dr Phil Marazzi, a GP in East Horsley, Surrey
she stopped the drug. Other treatments that may be used in persistent or severe oral ulcers include oral steroids, tetracycline mouth washes and even oral immunosuppressants. Pyogenic granuloma ...
foods, allergies and minor injuries. It should be noted that conditions such as oral candidiasis may ...
01 Aug 2006
The oral contraceptive pill is the first choice for women who have no contraindications to taking...Section 1: Combined oral contraception The combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP) fulfils a ...
years) Implanon 0.0 Mirena 0.0 to 0.2 Depo-Proverax 0.0 to 0.2 Combined oral ...
The combined oral contraceptive pill is convenient, easy to take and inexpensive. Dianette is often used ...
01 Mar 2010
| by Mr Anish Shah
aetiology. It is common in middle-aged women, but uncommon in children. The usual sites affected by oral ...
suggested. Key words Oral lichen planus, lichen planus, immunosuppressants LP is a non ...
per cent of the population. Clinical features and diagnosis BOX 1: TYPES OF ORAL LICHEN ...
11 Feb 2010
| by Dr Caroline Taylor-Walker
oral contraceptive pills (COCP) using the UK Medical Eligibility Criteria (UKMEC). UKMEC categories ...
www.ffprhc.org.uk/admin/uploads/UKMEC2009.pdf
Combined Oral Contraception - First ...
23 Oct 2009
Mr Anish Shah describes the diagnosis, management and treatment of this inflammatory oral disease....oral hypoglycaemics, some NSAIDs, methyldopa and antimalarials. Changing the drug can help. Severe ...
Several types of oral lichen planus can be identified (see box). The usual sites that are affected by oral lichen planus are the buccal mucosae and the tongue. The lips and gingivae can also be affected ...
20 Feb 2009
per cent using the oral contraceptive pill and 21 per cent using condoms. It is estimated that about 30 per cent of pregnancies are unplanned. The effectiveness of condoms and the oral contraceptive ...
and offer cost savings to the NHS. All LARC methods are more cost-effective than the combined oral ...
12 Feb 2009
Section 1: Combined oral contraception The combined oral contraceptive pill (COC) fulfils a ...
% Section 2: Risks of oral contraception Venous thromboembolism The combined pill (of whatever ...
are available. 7 Breast cancer The risk of breast cancer in oral contraceptive pill users has been ...
01 Jun 2008
Despite its premalignant phase, early diagnosis in oral cancer remains the exception. By Dr William...ABSTRACT Oral cancer is a growing problem in the UK. Many patients are identified ...
. Key words Oral cancer, risk factors, precancerous lesions, referral, surgery, chemotherapy, brachytherapy Oral cancer is slowly increasing in incidence in the UK, accounting for about 2 per cent ...
01 Mar 2008
Oral signs may precede cutaneous symptoms and enable early diagnosis of skin disorders. By Dr...antihypertensives, NSAIDs and oral hypoglycaemics. Type IV contact hypersensitivity reactions to dental ...
KEY POINTS The oral mucosa is developmentally and structurally similar to the skin. Oral manifestations of skin disease may precede cutaneous signs and thus enable early diagnosis ...