Rash Decisions

In this third instalment of our series on mental health and the skin, we, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson, are joined once again by special guest Professor Anthony Bewley, a distinguished authority in the field of psychodermatology. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of mental health conditions that manifest through the skin. Drawing from Professor Bewley's wealth of experience, we’ll explore conditions such as the obsessive compulsive disorder, trichotillosis and body dysmorphic disorder, shedding light on the complex psychological factors underlying these dermatological manifestations, that are expressed through the skin. As the episode progresses, we’ll reflect on the key takeaways from this series on mental health and the skin and how treating both the psychological and the dermatological aspects leads to a more comprehensive and rapid resolution. Tune in and join us for an insightful summary on managing mental health implications linked to skin disease, in primary care. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you. Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at info@aproderm.com, and we’ll do our best to cover it. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

This episode contains some eye-opening statistics revealing the staggering toll the likes of atopic dermatitis, rosacea, acne, psoriasis and alopecia areata take on an individual's mental wellbeing. BUT, the episode doesn’t just shed light on the problem. Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson have enlisted the help of Professor Anthony Bewley, a world authority on psychodermatology, to help them break down the barriers to initiating vital conversations around mental health in primary care. They also discuss the golden rule of psychodermatology - to treat the skin, and the psychosocial comorbidities, at the same time and as early as possible along with the impact this has on patient outcomes. Discover how you, a primary care healthcare professional, can become a beacon of hope for these individuals, by integrating mental health support into dermatological care. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you. Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at info@aproderm.com, and we’ll do our best to cover it. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

“…the skin is not just the skin. Underneath the skin, there is a person, who is really suffering.” Professor Anthony Bewley. In 2020, the 'Mental Health and Skin Disease' report produced by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Skin highlighted that 98% of individuals with skin disease reported an impact on their wellbeing, despite this, only 18% received effective professional help. The report stated that skin disease can adversely impact on all aspects of someone's life, from schooling, self-esteem, career choices, to social, sexual, and leisure activities. We are honoured to be joined by Professor Anthony Bewley on our latest podcast to discuss this report, in which we’ll be covering: In today’s modern world where body image expectations can be both significantly and adversely affected by unrealistic social media expectations and where mental health is less of a taboo topic, this episode is definitely one that needs to be heard. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you. Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at info@aproderm.com, and we’ll do our best to cover it. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

“...when you then see the patient who comes in [with] rosacea and they [have] then got the broken capillaries, the blood vessels starting to appear. It's not that my heart sinks when I see those, compared to a patient with simple background flushing, but I start thinking, we're in for a slightly trickier time here to start pulling them back.” Dr Roger Henderson. In this episode, your hosts, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson discuss the treatment options available across the rosacea spectrum. From how to treat simple flushing and background redness through to ocular involvement and Rhinophyma. With over 70 years' combined experience in primary care, listen in to learn from these two expert GPs as they share their knowledge and practical tips on rosacea treatments. This episode includes: But, be warned, by the end of this podcast, you might just be walking around with the same thoughts as George... “...I see a lot of people walking around the streets who've still got very nasty inflammatory papulopustular rosacea. I'm just desperate to talk to them because, I know we've got such effective treatments.” Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful. Please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions on dermatology topics that you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

"What do Rembrandt, the Hollywood actor W. C. Fields and the former president Bill Clinton all have in common?" The answer is rosacea, and in this first episode on this common skin condition, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson explore how to identify rosacea in your patients, giving you clarity on the clinical presentations to avoid potential misdiagnosis. They will also cover: Rosacea affects around 1 in 10 people in the UK and can have a huge impact on their self-confidence and mental health. So, tune into this 20-minute episode, which is jam-packed with nuggets of wisdom from our hosts, allowing you to confidently help your patients manage their rosacea. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful. Please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions on dermatology topics that you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

As Dr Roger Henderson aptly puts it, “...The one thing guaranteed to make my heart sink, if I'm walking down the high street, is to see someone with acne scarring... Because you know that, that was preventable.” In this insightful episode, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson discuss acne treatments, emphasising the crucial importance of preventing acne scarring. From topical retinoids to isotretinoin, this episode equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and patient-centric approaches to addressing acne. You’ll learn: Whether you're a seasoned healthcare professional or a budding practitioner, this episode offers invaluable perspectives and practical insights into acne treatment. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you. Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at info@aproderm.com, and we’ll do our best to cover it. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

“Now many patients of mine do believe that acne, is acne, is acne. But one of the things I have learnt, over too many years of treating them, is that there's a massive range of presentations, including the 'no need to treat, so mild', to the... specialist referral level with horrendous scarring, which I think we've failed, if we get to the scarring point... So, there's this massive sort of A to Z range, isn't there?... We've got to treat each patient as they sit in front of us rather than just lumping everyone with acne into the same boat.” Dr Roger Henderson From barely-there blemishes to the severe and scarring, learn why acne is not just 'acne'. Drawing from years of clinical experience, Dr Henderson along with his co-host Dr George Moncrieff emphasise the importance of a bespoke management approach to acne and recognising each patient's unique needs. In today's discussion, our experts explore everything from genetic predispositions to lifestyle influences. Listen along to learn: Tune in to transform your understanding of the causes of acne and enhance your patient care. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us to keep creating informative educational podcasts for you. Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at info@aproderm.com, and we’ll do our best to cover it. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

“Somebody with moderate atopic eczema has nine flares a year, each of those flares, perhaps needing topical steroids for two to five weeks at least. So, they're barely stopping the topical steroids.” Dr George Moncrieff Already you can see how patients can very easily, and unintentionally, be prescribed topical steroids long-term, which they are neither intended for, nor licensed for. The impact of this is discussed in this episode, by your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. They will also guide you through incidences where topical steroids can be a cause for concern and how to overcome these. Our learned colleagues will cover: Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

“…we’ve been using topical steroids now for over 70 years, which means they've been around longer than paracetamol. So, we know how to get the best results from them, and we know what to expect from them.” Dr George Moncrieff Or do we? Join our hosts as they unravel the essentials of prescribing topical steroids. Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson explore key topics, including: Tune in to enhance your knowledge of topical steroids; achieving better outcomes for your patients and efficiencies for our healthcare system. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

“...Appropriate use of an emollient reduces overall health costs because the patient's eczema gets better, they have less appointments with doctors, they have less eczema, they're using less steroids, and in the paper that I showed not only were they using less topical steroids, they were using less antibiotics. So, it really is a win. You're using a very safe agent.” Dr George Moncrieff. In this third, and final, episode on the topic of ‘Emollients’, your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson highlight the importance of communication and collaboration between patients and their healthcare professional in order to use emollients to their full potential in the management of dry skin conditions. They will also cover: AproDerm Emollient Range Effective emollient use is the key to managing dry skin and this episode equips you with the knowledge to confidently prescribe and educate patients on effective emollient use. Listen in to finely tune your emollient selection. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

“Patients sometimes think that an emollient is an emollient. But when we're prescribing, we mustn't forget about splitting them into simple and sophisticated types and actually think about what we're putting on our patient's skin, which sounds an obvious thing to say, but it really is horses for courses” - Dr Roger Henderson. Following on from the first episode in the “Emollients” topic, which covered the critical role of our skin, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson now discuss how emollients work in keeping our skin barrier healthy. This episode highlights the crucial distinctions between simple and sophisticated emollients, as well as unveiling the key ingredients to seek out and those to avoid when selecting an emollient for your patients. In addition, this episode covers: Emollients play a pivotal role in managing dry skin conditions, and this episode equips you with the knowledge to confidently prescribe and educate patients on effective emollient use. Listen in to finely tune your emollient selection. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

Before we attempt to understand the critical role that emollients play in the management of dry skin conditions, we first need to understand our largest organ, the skin. Dr Moncrieff and Dr Henderson delve deep into the remarkable structure that is our skin, looking at how this organ punches way beyond its weight simply because it’s the part of the body that everyone sees and notices. They explore this fascinating structure and cover: So, if you’ve noticed an increase in the number of patients presenting with dry skin conditions in your practice, then join Dr Moncrieff and Dr Henderson as they explain why this is happening, who our most vulnerable patients are, and why it's important to help our patients look after this crucial organ. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

In this final episode on eczema, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson share their thoughts on eczema treatments, including topical steroids and immunomodulators. Alongside many other practical tips, the key takeaways from this episode include: “Topical steroids… have stood the test of time… and they really do work. There's nothing more frustrating for a healthcare professional to see somebody with a condition… not getting better because they haven't used the treatment we recommended. But I do think we need to acknowledge that our patients have concerns about topical steroids, and they often are reluctant to use them and often nod and accept that we suggest them to them, and then they go away and they don't use them. I could not manage my skin patients without the use of topical steroids, but I like to use them for short, sharp bursts, get things under control…” - Dr George Moncrieff If this sounds familiar then, listen in to find out Dr Moncrieff’s top tips on addressing patient concerns regarding topical steroids. Episode resources: PCDS: https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/atopic-eczema Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients that are designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

Join Dr Moncrieff and Dr Henderson as they discuss their assessment process for patients with eczema. Not only does this involve looking at the skin but also taking into account patient quality of life, their psychosocial wellbeing, as well as the importance of developing a bond with your patients through touch in this very tactile condition before moving on to the treatment process. “The first thing I say to my patients is, tell me how do you wash? … And they often look aghast” Dr Moncrieff During this episode, you will find out why Dr Moncrieff starts his eczema assessments this way, as well as: Episode resources: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/groups/cebd/resources/poem.aspx https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/photography-for-the-patient-how-to-take-a-good-photograph-of-a-skin-conditi https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/clinical-feature/clinical-areas/dermatology/emollients-reference-chart/ https://www.myskinhealth.org/hcp/ Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed to manage dry skin conditions, including eczema. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you found this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

In the first episode of this three-part series on eczema Dr Henderson and Dr Moncrieff examine the various factors that have contributed to the rapid increase in eczema since World War II as well as the relationship between atopic eczema, asthma, and hay fever, known as the atopic march. They will examine the causes and diagnosis of eczema in children and adults, including how its appearance differs in skin of colour, whilst sharing with you the tell-tale signs of scratching. “The average patient with moderate eczema is having about nine flares a year. Severe eczema is 11, that's almost one a month. And each of these flares is taking two to three weeks to settle. So you can see that a lot of our patients with eczema are just rebounding, ricocheting from one flare to another” Dr Moncrieff. With this in mind, they discuss the complexities of flare-ups, from the impact of the environment through to infection, adherence and compliance, and the importance of not just treating the flare. From this episode, you will take away… Episode resources: mySkinHealth App: https://www.myskinhealth.org/ Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients that are designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/ TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you found this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

In this final instalment of our three-part series on psoriasis, Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson discuss the management of challenging psoriasis patterns such as guttate psoriasis, flexural psoriasis, nail psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and palmoplantar pustulosis. In addition, the experts explore the impact of psoriasis on patients' self-esteem and relationships, especially when the affected areas involve the face and genital regions. During this engaging episode, the two experienced GPs will share their extensive knowledge and insights on the various treatment approaches that they have successfully used on their patients throughout their careers. They discuss the effectiveness of different interventions, ranging from emollients and tars to steroids whilst also touching on soap avoidance, the effects of smoking and natural sunlight therapy. In addition to being upskilled on the various treatment options, Dr Moncrieff and Dr Henderson will leave you with the following five key takeaways: So, tune in to this podcast and gain practical tips on managing tricky psoriasis sites on your patients. Episode Resources: PEST: https://www.jrheum.org/content/38/3/551 DLQI: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8033378/ QRISK: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/qs40/chapter/quality-statement-4-assessing-cardiovascular-risk The Skin I’m In: https://youtu.be/UW9K1m4bZ04 Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients that are designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including psoriasis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. We hope you found this podcast interesting and helpful, please leave us a review or email info@aproderm.com with any feedback on this episode or suggestions for what you would like to hear about in future podcasts. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

This second episode is bursting with the possible treatment options available in primary care for the management of psoriasis. Join Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson as they discuss how they get their patients psoriasis under control using coal tars, topical steroids, vitamin D analogues, and their favourite combination product, whilst touching on how biologics have changed the psoriasis landscape. Listen along to hear their perspective on the NICE guidelines and to find out how they prioritise a clinical and health excellence approach for treating psoriasis with their patients, valuing patient wellbeing and immediate results. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients that are designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including psoriasis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

Tune in as Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson discuss psoriasis in this first of three episodes where they explore the causes, prevalence, triggers, and psychological impacts this inflammatory disease has on patients' lives. Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, providing a comprehensive range of quality emollients that are designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including psoriasis. To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence. Find out more: AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack TW: https://twitter.com/AproDerm LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/ Thank you for listening. The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson and Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.

Aimed at healthcare professionals and co-hosted by Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson, these Rash Decisions podcasts will delve deep into the world of dermatology. This immersive series will help to strengthen your understanding and broaden your skill set in this vitally important clinical area by bridging the gap in recognising, diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin conditions. From acne, eczema, psoriasis and rosacea through to melanomas to name a few, they’ve got you covered. With over 70 years of combined experience in general practice, the two hosts will share their first-hand experiences of the symptoms, triggers and real-life impacts they have witnessed while treating these and many other skin conditions...and all in concise 20-30 minute episodes! With a new episode dropping every three weeks, Rash Decisions is your gateway to regular exceptional expertise, equipping you with invaluable knowledge and practical tips, to enhance your patient care. It’s time to take your dermatology understanding to new heights! Follow the Rash Decisions podcasts today! Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, an emollient range that is suitable from birth and free from common irritants and sensitisers, making them ideal for eczema, psoriasis, ichthyosis and other dry skin conditions. For more information, visit: https://aproderm.com/healthcare-professionals/ Stay updated on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AproDerm Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/