• Podcast - Man Down: How to Spot and Investigate Low Testosterone - Part 2
    Aug 13 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/sUlAwcaUrB0The first episode can be found here: · https://youtu.be/nguVbiQc5WwThis episode makes reference to guidelines produced by the European Association of Urology. The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by them.My name is Fernando Florido and I am a General Practitioner in the United Kingdom. In this episode I go through the recommendations by the European Association of Urology (EAU) on male hypogonadism, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. The links to the guideline is in the episode description. Today’s episode covers the clinical presentation, interpretation of test results, and a brief overview of the management.The previous episode focused on the definition, classification, causes, and clinical associations of male hypogonadism.I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Disclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here: Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=ecJGF5QCuMLQ6hrk The EAU sexual and reproductive health full guideline can be found here:· https://uroweb.org/guidelines/sexual-and-reproductive-health/chapter/male-hypogonadismThe EAU pocket guideline can be found here:· https://d56bochluxqnz.cloudfront.net/documents/pocket-guidelines/EAU-Pocket-on-Sexual-Reproductive-Health-2025.pdf TranscriptIf you are listening to this podcast on YouTube, for a better experience, switch to the video version. The link is in the top right corner of the video and in the episode description.Hello and welcome! I’m Fernando, a GP in the UK. In today’s episode, we’ll I go through the recommendations by the European Association of Urology (or EAU) on male hypogonadism, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. The link to the guideline is in the episode description. In today’s episode, we’ll focus on late-onset hypogonadism, its presentation, interpretation of test results, and a brief overview of the general management.If you haven’t already, I recommend that you check the previous episode where we cover the definition, classification, causes, and clinical associations of male hypogonadism. Right, let’s jump into it.The diagnosis of functional hypogonadism is based on the exclusion of an organic or structural cause. The main causes suggested for functional hypogonadism are obesity, comorbidities and ageing, with the first two accounting for most cases. This is because the evidence shows that chronic comorbidities can interfere with the HP testicular axis leading to functional hypogonadism. In fact, the role of ageing in hypogonadism up to age 80 years seems relatively small.Late onset hypogonadism is a term that is used, frequently incorrectly to describe the declining testosterone production due to ageing or simply the detection of hypogonadism in adults. However, the truth is that late onset hypogonadism is in fact a broad clinical entity including adult-onset forms which can have an organic or functional origin and can be primary or secondary. Late onset hypogonadism is frequently diagnosed in the absence of an identifiable organic cause, and it becomes more prevalent with age. By definition LOH must ...
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  • Podcast - Man Down: How to Spot and Investigate Low Testosterone - Part 1
    Aug 6 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/OcxWFhMAbPQThis episode makes reference to guidelines produced by the European Association of Urology. The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by them.My name is Fernando Florido and I am a General Practitioner in the United Kingdom. In this episode I go through the recommendations by the European Association of Urology (EAU) on male hypogonadism, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. The links to the guideline is in the episode description. Today’s episode covers the definition, classification, causes, and clinical associations of male hypogonadism. The next episode will focus on the clinical presentation, interpretation of test results, and a brief overview of the management.I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Disclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here:Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=ecJGF5QCuMLQ6hrkThe EAU sexual and reproductive health full guideline can be found here:· https://uroweb.org/guidelines/sexual-and-reproductive-health/chapter/male-hypogonadismThe EAU pocket guideline can be found here:· https://d56bochluxqnz.cloudfront.net/documents/pocket-guidelines/EAU-Pocket-on-Sexual-Reproductive-Health-2025.pdf TranscriptIf you are listening to this podcast on YouTube, for a better experience, switch to the video version. The link is in the top right corner of the video and in the episode description.Hello and welcome! I’m Fernando, a GP in the UK. In today’s episode, we’ll I go through the recommendations by the European Association of Urology (or EAU) on male hypogonadism, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. The link to the guideline is in the episode description. In today’s episode, we’ll cover the definition, classification, causes, and clinical associations of male hypogonadism. In the next episode, we’ll focus on the clinical presentation, interpretation of test results, and a brief overview of the management.Right, let’s jump into it.Male hypogonadism is a clinical condition characterised by symptoms (with or without physical signs) and confirmed by low testosterone levels. Hypogonadism is linked to reduced testicular function, leading to decreased production of androgens (such as testosterone) and/or impaired sperm production. This may result from a primary problem within the testes (that is, primary hypogonadism) or from insufficient stimulation by the hypothalamic–pituitary axis (or secondary hypogonadism). In rare cases, it may be due to reduced cellular response to testosterone. Hypogonadism can negatively affect various organ systems and overall quality of life. This episode focuses on the management of adult male hypogonadism, also known as late-onset hypogonadism (LOH), although it may include some comments on congenital or pre-pubertal forms of the condition.The prevalence of LOH increases with age, with the major causes being obesity, other co-morbidities (e.g., diabetes) and overall poor health. Ageing accounts for a low percentage of hypogonadism, as there is only a small gradual decline in testosterone, up to the age of 80 years, in healthy ageing men. There is a high ...
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  • Podcast - A Gut Feeling: H. Pylori—Who, When, and How to Test
    Jul 30 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/nguVbiQc5WwThis episode makes reference to guidelines produced by the "National Institute for Health and Care Excellence" in the UK, also referred to as "NICE" and Public Health England. The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by them.NICE stands for "National Institute for Health and Care Excellence" and is an independent organization within the UK healthcare system that produces evidence-based guidelines and recommendations to help healthcare professionals deliver the best possible care to patients, particularly within the NHS (National Health Service) by assessing new health technologies and treatments and determining their cost-effectiveness; essentially guiding best practices for patient care across the country.My name is Fernando Florido and I am a General Practitioner in the United Kingdom. In this episode I go through the recommendations on H Pylori testing and treatment, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. It is based on the NICE guideline on Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and dyspepsia in adults (CG184) and the quick reference guide on the subject by Public Health England. The links to them are in the episode description. I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Disclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through Eradication regimens: First-line treatmentOffer people who test positive for H pylori a 7‑day, twice-daily course of treatment with:· a PPI and· amoxicillin and· either clarithromycin or metronidazole. Choose the treatment regimen with the lowest acquisition cost, and take into account previous exposure to clarithromycin or metronidazole. Offer people who are allergic to penicillin a 7‑day, twice-daily course of treatment with:· a PPI and· clarithromycin and· metronidazole. Offer people who are allergic to penicillin and who have had previous exposure to clarithromycin a 7‑day course of treatment with:· a PPI and· bismuth and· metronidazole and· tetracycline. Second-line treatmentOffer people who still have symptoms after first-line eradication treatment a 7‑day, twice-daily course of treatment with:· a PPI and· amoxicillin and· either clarithromycin or metronidazole (whichever was not used first line). Offer people who have had previous exposure to clarithromycin and metronidazole a 7‑day course of treatment with:· a PPI and· amoxicillin and· tetracycline (or, if a tetracycline cannot be used, levofloxacin).Offer people who are allergic to penicillin (and who have not had previous exposure to a fluoroquinolone antibiotic) a 7‑day, twice-daily course of treatment with:· a PPI and· metronidazole and· levofloxacin.Offer people who are allergic to penicillin and who have had previous exposure to a fluoroquinolone antibiotic a 7‑day course of:· a PPI and· bismuth and· metronidazole and· tetracycline. There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here: Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=...
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  • Podcast - A real pain in the head: Cluster Headache explained
    Jul 23 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/GelDVWruIlAThe link to the video on updated migraine management can be found here:· https://youtu.be/LumBxN-yFmIThis episode makes reference to guidelines produced by the "National Institute for Health and Care Excellence" in the UK, also referred to as "NICE". The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by NICE.NICE stands for "National Institute for Health and Care Excellence" and is an independent organization within the UK healthcare system that produces evidence-based guidelines and recommendations to help healthcare professionals deliver the best possible care to patients, particularly within the NHS (National Health Service) by assessing new health technologies and treatments and determining their cost-effectiveness; essentially guiding best practices for patient care across the country.My name is Fernando Florido and I am a General Practitioner in the United Kingdom. In this episode I go through the updated NICE recommendations on the diagnosis and management of cluster headaches, focusing on those that are relevant to Primary Care only. It is based on the clinical guideline on headaches in over 12s: diagnosis and management [CG150]. I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Disclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here: Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=ecJGF5QCuMLQ6hrk The updated clinical guideline Headaches in over 12s: diagnosis and management [CG150] can be found here: · https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg150 The MHRA advice on the use of topiramate can be found here: · https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/topiramate-topamax-introduction-of-new-safety-measures-including-a-pregnancy-prevention-programme The NICE recommendations organised by site of cancer on the guideline Suspected cancer: recognition and referral can be found here: · https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng12/chapter/Recommendations-organised-by-site-of-cancer#brain-and-central-nervous-system-cancers TranscriptIf you are listening to this podcast on YouTube, for a better experience, switch to the video version. The link is in the top right corner of the video and in the episode description.Hello and welcome! I’m Fernando, a GP in the UK. In today’s episode, we’ll I go through the updated NICE recommendations on the diagnosis and management of cluster headache, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. It is based on the NICE guideline on headaches or CG150 and the link to it is in the episode description. Right, let’s jump into it.Cluster headaches are a primary headache disorder. Let’s remember that we classify headache disorders as either primary or secondary. The cause of primary headaches isn’t well understood, so we group them by clinical pattern. The most common primary headache disorders are tension-type headache, migraine, and cluster headache.By the way, if you are interested in the updated management of migraines, check the corresponding episode on this channel. The link to it is in the episode description.Secondary headaches are due to underlying disorders including medication overuse headache, giant cell arteritis, ...
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    10 mins
  • Podcast - NICE News - June 2025
    Jul 16 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/LumBxN-yFmIThis episode makes reference to guidelines produced by the "National Institute for Health and Care Excellence" in the UK, also referred to as "NICE". The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by NICE.NICE stands for "National Institute for Health and Care Excellence" and is an independent organization within the UK healthcare system that produces evidence-based guidelines and recommendations to help healthcare professionals deliver the best possible care to patients, particularly within the NHS (National Health Service) by assessing new health technologies and treatments and determining their cost-effectiveness; essentially guiding best practices for patient care across the country.My name is Fernando Florido and I am a General Practitioner in the United Kingdom. In this episode I go through new and updated recommendations published in June 2025 by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), focusing on those that are relevant to Primary Care only. I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Disclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here: Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=ecJGF5QCuMLQ6hrk The Full NICE News bulletin for June 2025 can be found here: · https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/published?from=2025-06-01&to=2025-06-30&ndt=Guidance&ndt=Quality+standardThe updated clinical guideline Headaches in over 12s: diagnosis and management [CG150] can be found here: · https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg150 The MHRA advice on the use of topiramate can be found here: · https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/topiramate-topamax-introduction-of-new-safety-measures-including-a-pregnancy-prevention-programme TranscriptIf you are listening to this podcast on YouTube, for a better experience, switch to the video version. The link is in the top right corner of the video and in the episode description.Hello and welcome! I’m Fernando, a GP in the UK. In today’s episode, we’ll look at the NICE updates published in June 2025, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only.We’ve got another short episode today, as there is just one updated clinical guideline relevant to us, the guideline on headaches in people over 12.Right, let’s jump into it.The update to the guideline makes only a very small change. NICE has changed the strength of recommendations on migraine prevention. Now, topiramate and propranolol are ‘consider’ options, alongside amitriptyline, whereas previously, only amitriptyline was a ‘consider’ option, and the other two were actively ‘offered’. This change better reflects the balance between benefits and harms with these three medicines.And that is it. Given how straightforward this update is, let’s take the opportunity to review the overall management of migraine.And we will start by saying that Headaches are among the most common neurological problems seen by GPs. They’re debilitating, and a major cause of time off work or school. They also represent a substantial burden on society.We classify headache disorders as either primary or secondary. The cause of primary headaches isn’t well ...
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  • Podcast - Managing PCOS: Beyond irregular cycles
    Jul 9 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/HQnpwZFnedgThis channel may make reference to guidelines produced by a number of NHS organisations. The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by them.My name is Fernando Florido (also known as Juan Fernando Florido Santana), a GP in the UK. In this episode, I will go through the diagnosis and primary care management of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. For this advice I have looked at the published advice on the NHS Health website, North East London ICB and Health Improvement Scotland. The links to this guidance can be found below.In the previous episode, I covered the initial assessment and investigations of PCOS.I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here: Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=ecJGF5QCuMLQ6hrk The link to the PCOS information on the NHS Health website can be found here:· https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos/ The link to the PCOS guideline by Primary Care North East London ICB can be found here:· https://primarycare.northeastlondon.icb.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Pathway-Polycystic-Ovary-Syndrome-10_2024.pdfThe link to the PCOS information by Right Decisions for Health and Care - Healthcare improvement Scotland can be found here:· https://rightdecisions.scot.nhs.uk/ggc-clinical-guidelines/gynaecology/gynaecology-guidelines/guidelines-a-z-all-gynaecology-guidelines/polycystic-ovarian-syndrome-622/Disclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido.TranscriptIf you are listening to this podcast on YouTube, for a better experience, switch to the video version. The link is in the top right corner of the video and in the episode description.Hello and welcome, I am Fernando, a GP in the UK. Today, we will go through the primary care management of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. For this advice I have looked at the published advice on the NHS website, North East London ICB and Health Improvement Scotland. The links to them are in the episode description.If you haven’t already, I recommend that you watch the previous episode where I cover the initial assessment and diagnosis. Right, let’s jump into it.And let’s start by reminding ourselves of the referral recommendations. We should consider endocrinology referral if:There are severe symptoms such as signs of virilisation or rapidly progressing hirsutismWhen testosterone is significantly elevated, defined as greater than 5 nanomoles per litre or more than twice the upper limit of normal orAbnormal levels of DHEA or dehydroepiandrosterone, androstenedione, or 17-hydroxyprogesterone, which could indicate the possibility of alternative diagnoses such as congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing’s syndrome, or androgen-secreting tumours.Otherwise, the Management of PCOS is symptom-driven, so we should identify the patient's main concern, whether it's menstrual irregularity, hirsutism, fertility, or metabolic risk.Also, we should not neglect psychological wellbeing given that many women with PCOS are at increased risk of anxiety, depression, and body image ...
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  • Podcast - Investigating PCOS: Beyond the cysts
    Jul 2 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/pkP0aqNGqGIThis channel may make reference to guidelines produced by a number of NHS organisations. The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by them.My name is Fernando Florido (also known as Juan Fernando Florido Santana), a GP in the UK. In this episode, I will go through the initial assessment and diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. For this advice I have looked at the published advice on the NHS Health website, North East London ICB and Health Improvement Scotland. The links to this guidance can be found below.In the next episode, I will go through the primary care management of PCOS.I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here: Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=ecJGF5QCuMLQ6hrk The link to the PCOS information on the NHS Health website can be found here:· https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos/ The link to the PCOS guideline by Primary Care North East London ICB can be found here:· https://primarycare.northeastlondon.icb.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Pathway-Polycystic-Ovary-Syndrome-10_2024.pdfThe link to the PCOS information by Right Decisions for Health and Care - Healthcare improvement Scotland can be found here:· https://rightdecisions.scot.nhs.uk/ggc-clinical-guidelines/gynaecology/gynaecology-guidelines/guidelines-a-z-all-gynaecology-guidelines/polycystic-ovarian-syndrome-622/Disclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido.TranscriptIf you are listening to this podcast on YouTube, for a better experience, switch to the video version. The link is in the top right corner of the video and in the episode description.Hello and welcome, I am Fernando, a GP in the UK. Today, we will go through the initial assessment and diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. For this advice I have looked at the published advice on the NHS website, North East London ICB and Health Improvement Scotland. The links to them are in the episode description.In the next episode, I will go through the primary care management, so stay tuned for that.Right, let’s jump into it.Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a common endocrine disorder affecting approximately 6 to 10 percent of the female population in the UK. It is a heterogeneous condition, presenting with a spectrum of clinical features and long-term health implications.The main clinical features are:· Hyperandrogenism (including hirsutism, acne, and male-pattern hair loss) · Menstrual irregularity with associated anovulatory infertility. · overweight in 40-50% of cases and · Insulin resistance in 10-15% of slim and 20-40% of obese women but all women with PCOS are at an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.What causes polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, but it often runs in families.We know that it's related to abnormal hormone levels in the body, including high levels of insulin secondary to insulin resistance and an increased production and activity of hormones like ...
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  • Podcast - Low Magnesium Mayhem? A Calm Guide for Primary Care
    Jun 25 2025
    The video version of this podcast can be found here: · https://youtu.be/58WdoYFUUjUThis channel may make reference to guidelines produced by a number of NHS organisations. The content on this channel reflects my professional interpretation/summary of the guidance and I am in no way affiliated with, employed by or funded/sponsored by them.My name is Fernando Florido (also known as Juan Fernando Florido Santana), a GP in the UK. In this episode, I will go through the assessment and management of hypomagnasemia, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. For this advice I have looked at the published guidance by NHS Dorset, NHS Kent and Medway, NHS Lanarkshire, Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust, and Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. The links to this guidance can be found below.I am not giving medical advice; this video is intended for health care professionals, it is only my summary and my interpretation of the guidelines and you must use your clinical judgement. Intro / outro music: Track: Halfway Through — Broke In Summer [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/aBGk6aJM3IU Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/halfway-through There is a podcast version of this and other videos that you can access here:Primary Care guidelines podcast: · Redcircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/primary-care-guidelines· Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BmqS0Ol16oQ7Kr1WYzupK· Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/primary-care-guidelines/id1608821148 There is a YouTube version of this and other videos that you can access here: The Practical GP YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@practicalgp?si=ecJGF5QCuMLQ6hrk The link to the guideline by NHS Dorset can be found here:· https://nhsdorset.nhs.uk/Downloads/aboutus/medicines-management/Other%20Guidelines/Management%20of%20hypomagnesaemia%20in%20primary%20care%20Jan%2023%20-%20Copy.pdf?boxtype=pdf&g=false&s=true&s2=false&r=wideThe link to the guideline by NHS Kent and Medway can be found here:· https://www.dgsdvhformulary.nhs.uk/media/1168/hypomagnesaemia-in-adults-primary-care-guide.pdfThe link to the guideline by NHS Lanarkshire can be found here:· https://rightdecisions.scot.nhs.uk/media/1539/hypomagnesaemia-in-primary-or-secondary-care.pdfThe link to the guideline by Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust can be found here:· https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/media/documents/Hypomagnesaemia_jcPg0oV.pdfThe link to the guideline by Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust can be found here:· https://doclibrary-rcht.cornwall.nhs.uk/DocumentsLibrary/RoyalCornwallHospitalsTrust/Clinical/Pharmacy/TreatmentOfHypomagnesaemiaInAdultsClinicalGuideline.pdfThe link to the guideline by Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust can be found here:· https://apps.worcsacute.nhs.uk/KeyDocumentPortal/Home/DownloadFile/1559The link to the MHRA advice on hypomagnesaemia associated to long term PPI use can be found here:· https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/proton-pump-inhibitors-in-long-term-use-reports-of-hypomagnesaemiaDisclaimer:The Video Content on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this YouTube channel. The statements made throughout this video are not to be used or relied on to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent health conditions. In addition, transmission of this Content is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, a physician-patient relationship with Dr Fernando Florido, his employees, agents, independent contractors, or anyone acting on behalf of Dr Fernando Florido.TranscriptIf you are listening to this podcast on YouTube, for a better experience, switch to the video version. The link is in the top right corner of the video and in the episode description.Hello and welcome, I am Fernando, a GP in the UK. Today, we will go through the assessment and management of hypomagnesemia, focusing on what is relevant in Primary Care only. For this advice I have looked at the published guidance by a number of NHS organisations in the UK including Dorset, Lanarkshire, Gloucestershire, Cornwall and Kent and Medway. The links to them are in the episode description.Right, let’s jump into it.Hypomagnesaemia is defined as a serum magnesium concentration below 0.7 mmol/L. The normal reference range for serum magnesium is between 0.7 and 1.0 or 1.05 mmol/L, depending on the guideline used.Magnesium is the second most abundant intracellular electrolyte after potassium, and is an essential cofactor in numerous enzyme ...
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