Should I worry about aminoglycoside antibiotic ear drops causing deafness?
Aug 16, 2024
Curious about ear health? The hosts delve into cholesteatoma's rare impact and explore otitis externa—spilling on its symptoms and management. They tackle threadworm infections, emphasizing hygiene, especially in young ones. Misdiagnoses in pediatrics are discussed, alongside funny anecdotes that lighten the mood. Plus, you’ll learn about the risks of malignant otitis externa and its complications. It's an engaging mix of important insights and laughs—perfect for primary care enthusiasts!
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Threadworm Infection Basics
Threadworm is the most common worm infection in the UK causing intense perianal itching.
Eggs are hardy and easily spread, making eradication difficult without treatment and hygiene.
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Anisakis from Raw Fish Risks
Eating raw or undercooked fish can transmit anisakis worms causing allergic and gastrointestinal symptoms.
Freezing or cooking fish kills the worms; farmed fish pose no risk currently.
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Strep Dermatitis Mimics Threadworm
Perianal streptococcal dermatitis can mimic threadworm infection in children.
It's important to examine children who don't respond to threadworm treatment to detect this.
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Grab your trainers, your dog lead or a cuppa and join us for some free CPD as we have another relaxed round up of recent Red Whale primary care Pearls of wisdom. July was another bumper month of information and we couldn't squeeze it all into one handy sized episode, so in the second of two episodes this month, Ali and Nik discuss:
All things worm related. You’ve been requesting it, so here it is!
We may well be getting more calls about painful/ itchy/ discharging ears. Otitis external may be one explanation!
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And hear a best intentions story involving a bottle of champagne and false hopes! All to put a smile on your face!
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