My hair has been falling out for well over a year, even though I’ve spoken to a trichologist. Two years ago I became constipated and, after trying various medications, my consultant says there is nothing more he can do. Is my hair loss caused by my poor bowel health? Pauline Tuckley, via email. The two … Read more
I have itchy, red eyes and small red bumps on the edges of my eyelid and inside. The optometrist diagnosed blepharitis and a chalazion and gave me antibiotic ointment. There are still some flakes. Could Manuka honey help? Janet Nichols, via email. Blepharitis is a common condition characterised by inflammation of the eyelid edges and … Read more
My 66-year-old father has developed insomnia. He has no serious underlying medical problems, but takes ramipril. Could it be stress-related or linked to the ‘manopause’? S. Smith, North London. We all have a strong biological drive to sleep, peaking in childhood and young adulthood. The sleep pattern tends to go off the rails later in … Read more
I have recurring mouth ulcers, which my research suggests is something called Sutton disease II. My doctors haven’t mentioned this, though. I am otherwise healthy but the ulcers make me feel run down and treatments don’t work. I am 57. Dave Keeping, via email. Mouth ulcers are a common, often recurrent, problem and I am … Read more
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How to stamp out painful bunions for good: DR MARTIN SCURR answers your health questions By Martin Scurr for the Daily Mail Published: 22:27 BST, 14 September 2020 | Updated: 22:27 BST, 14 September 2020 I have a large bunion on my right foot, which makes walking difficult. It’s also hard to find proper shoes … Read more
Could you please tell me what can help to stop hair falling out? Is it caused by a lack of vitamins and minerals? Mrs D. Horrocks, Belper, Derbyshire. This is a very common complaint, and I imagine many other readers will be affected and interested in your question. Hair loss is linked to a wide … Read more
QUESTION: I get post-nasal drip. I was told it might be caused by acid reflux, but I don’t have the classic symptoms. What else could be causing it? Stephen Pearson, by email. ANSWER: Post-nasal drip (clinically, known as chronic rhinitis) is where mucus accumulates in the nose and drips down the throat, causing a sensation … Read more
I sleep only two to three hours a night and often wake up in between. I have tried relaxation exercises, reading, walking and even sleeping pills, but nothing works. Can you recommend anything to help? I am 47. Clare Sutton, by email. For any doctor, one of the most common and most difficult questions to … Read more
I have had bad breath for nine years. I do not want to go to church or work because people laugh at me and I have become depressed. I have visited different specialists and had my tonsils and my wisdom teeth removed. Please help me. Name withheld, by email. I am saddened by your letter. … Read more