Alopecia: when to reassure, when a prompt referral to secondary care is needed, and everything in between...
Oct 10, 2024
This podcast unravels the complexities of alopecia consultations, focusing on the emotional and clinical aspects of hair loss. The hosts emphasize the significance of early intervention and patient support while sharing personal anecdotes. Listeners also gain insight into workplace-based assessments in GP training, addressing common challenges and offering helpful resources. Engaging discussions highlight the importance of effective communication and quality improvement in medical training, making it a valuable listen for healthcare professionals.
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Differentiate Alopecia Types Early
Differentiate scarring and non-scarring alopecia early as it impacts treatment urgency.
Identify clinical features to decide on primary care management versus secondary referral.
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Patterns Guide Alopecia Diagnosis
Alopecia causes vary by pattern: diffuse loss has systemic causes; patchy loss includes alopecia areata or trichotillosis.
Grab your trainers, your dog lead or a pumpkin spice latte and join us for some free CPD as we have another relaxed round up of recent Red Whale primary care Pearls of wisdom. September was another bumper month of information, meaning that we can’t possibly squeeze it all into one handy sized episode, so in the first of two episodes this month, Ali and Nik discuss:
How to approach alopecia consultations. Having a framework for conditions that patients have to pluck up courage to ask about can be really helpful…
Workplace-based assessment (WPBA) demystified. We’re here to support the next generation of GP trainees, along with their supervisors.
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The rest of the Pearls from September will be covered next week along with a new best intentions story to put a smile on your face.
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