Category: General Practice

Getting Started in General Practice

Many FY2 doctors spend time in General Practice as part of the Foundation Programme. It is a valuable experience even for those who do not intend to pursue GP as a career. This article offers advice on what to expect during the post and some suggestions on where to look for help when you need

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Gastroenterology in Primary Care

INTRODUCTION This article covers common gastroenterological presenting complaints seen in primary care. Presentations covered are: dyspepsia, diarrhoea, PR bleeding, constipation and deranged LFTs. DYSPEPSIA Definition Spectrum of upper GI symptoms including epigastric pain and heartburn and acid reflux. Can be categorised into functional causes vs. structural causes (e.g. GORD, PUD, GI malignancies) Overview of causes Management

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