I suffered with recurrent boils for a year before my GP diagnosed hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). It is an under-diagnosed condition, especially in are...

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I found a lump at 32 and panicked. It turned out to be a fibroadenoma — completely benign. But I am so glad I went to my GP immediately. They referred...

on How do I check for breast lumps and when should I be worried? • Score: 2

I struggled with this for years. The key insight for me was: saying no to something is saying yes to something else (your energy, your time, your well...

on How do I set boundaries without feeling guilty? • Score: 3

Adult acne is surprisingly common, especially in women. What worked for me: 1) Switched to a gentle cleanser (CeraVe) instead of harsh acne washes tha...

on How do I get rid of acne in my 30s? • Score: 4

Therapy is absolutely for everyone, not just crisis situations. I started therapy when I felt stuck, not because I had a diagnosis. It helped me under...

on Is therapy worth it if I do not have a diagnosable condition? • Score: 1

One tip they do not always tell you: take iron tablets with orange juice (vitamin C helps absorption) and avoid taking them with tea, coffee, or milk ...

on What causes iron deficiency anaemia and how is it treated? • Score: 3

Two weeks with worsening cough and yellow mucus could be a secondary bacterial infection developing after the initial viral cold. I would not wait the...

on How long should I wait before seeing a GP for a cold that will not go away? • Score: 0

This is incredibly common and there is nothing wrong with you. Research shows it takes about 50 hours of socialising to move from acquaintance to casu...

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