GP Jennifer Grant answers your medical queries Everyone in the house needs to be treated for scabies at the same time. Photo: Getty Question: We have had scabies in our house for months, despite treatment and following all the guidelines. I heard somewhere that they are becoming resistant to treatment, like lice. Is that true … Read more
Dr Grant replies: There are multiple possible causes for this white painless growth on your bottom eyelid and, until you get it assessed by a community ophthalmic physician (eye doctor based in the community), you won’t be able to rest easy. If you have a history of excessive sun exposure or have previously been diagnosed … Read more
Certainly! Here is a comprehensive reply based on the provided web search results: Castor oil has a wide range of applications and has been extensively researched for its physiological and medicinal properties. According too a study published on ResearchGate, castor oil is used in various industries including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, biodiesel, paint, soap, and even the … Read more
Amy Schumer’s recent diagnosis of Cushing Syndrome has set Tik Tok and other social media alight with talk of the hormone cortisol and its effects on the body. We go to the experts to find out more Amy Schumer spoke out about her diagnosis of Cushing Syndrome, and confirmed she had a form of the … Read more
Dr Grant replies: Cognitive function refers to memory and thinking and having an impairment in this area means your mother is experiencing difficulties with her memory and thinking, such as difficulties remembering events/appointments/conversations, difficulties in making decisions or, trouble finding the right words/following conversations. Some people, but not all, with mild impairment in their cognitive … Read more
Dr Grant replies: It sounds like his tolerance to alcohol has reduced with age and possibly because he does spells alcohol-free and then goes back drinking and thinks he can handle the same amount. Of course, if he is drinking on an empty stomach or, not having any food with his alcohol, then he may … Read more
Psychologist Allison Keating answers your queries about life and relationships With a foundation of self-care, you’ll be in a better place to tackle the plan needed for caregiving. Image: Getty Question: My mother-in-law is elderly and infirm and incapable of living on her own. But she refuses to admit it. She won’t have anyone into … Read more