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Ivan Bristow

5 days ago4 min read

Keratoderma Climactericum – another cause of plantar hyperkeratosis

Keratoderma is a cause of hyperkeratosis on the feet in menopausal women. This blog explore the condition and its treatment.

Ivan Bristow

Apr 24 min read

Olive oil. Food for thought, not for skin.

I always remember a lecture I heard a few years ago which suggested that “food” is best eaten and should not be put in moisturisers and...

Ivan Bristow

Oct 11, 20212 min read

Winter (itch) is coming...

As autumn arrives in the UK, we see a change in skin problems from sun-related conditions to the effects of cooler and colder weather....

Ivan Bristow & Jo Rowles

Sep 14, 20204 min read

A common misdiagnosis

Venous eczema is a leg condition which can lead to skin changes, particularly on the rearfoot. This article discusses a case in a patient.

Ivan Bristow

Aug 29, 20204 min read

What has been happening in dermatology during lockdown?

This blog discusses what research has emerged during the coronavirus lockdown - some surprising things, some not.

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