Itch (pruritus) is a common symptom, often frustrating for the patient making life difficult as they may be unable to sleep, relax or work. In some cases, itch can be debilitating as a painful condition. In this blog, I will look at a range of conditions that may present as itching primarily of the feet.

Ceramides are a specific group of lipids known as sphingolipids – long fatty acid chains with an amide bind and a waxy texture (“cera”-meaning wax in Latin). They are amphipathic meaning they have hydrophilic (water attracting) and hydrophobic (water repelling) components within their structure.

The simple dermatoscopic observation demonstrates lesions that should be referred/biopsied to rule out melanoma.

Onycholysis is a common nail condition observed by podiatrists and other healthcare professionals, but it is seldom discussed as a single entity. This blog explores the various diagnoses that can lead to lifting of a single nail – monodactylic onycholysis. Why? As this article uncovers, monodactylic disease can be the presenting sign of nail malignancy, a condition which is often delayed in diagnosis due to their rarity.

A question which many patients ask - can my fungal nail infection clear by itself?

Alitretinoin has been shown to be effective at managing eczema affecting the feet.

The ULCER acronym can help clinicians to recognise a melanoma disguised as a diabetic foot ulcer

Comparing flucloxacillin with terbinafine, which holds the greater risk for liver injury? It’s tempting to say terbinafine given the public knowledge and general perception but in fact it’s not, by some considerable margin.

Following on from previous posts, I am pleased to announce that DERMfoot 2026 is confirmed and open for booking. Saturday 17th October Leonardo Royal Hotel Godstow Road Oxford OX2 8AL The event is a collaboration between the Primary Care Dermatology Society and the Dermatology in Podiatry Specialist Advisory Group at the Royal College of Podiatry. For 2026, we have a line up covering topics including dermoscopy (from one of the worlds leading experts), paediatric skin conditi

The world Congress in Dermoscopy is heading to Lyon, France in 2027. All skin care professionals are welcome and join in this three day event.

Infective intertrigo is a mixed bacterial and fungal infection found between the toes causing redness, pain an swelling

GLP-1 weight loss drugs have a proven track record in assisting weight loss but they also have benefits in dermatology too - as this blog explores.

Psoriasis has many associated conditions. Vascular disease is one of them. This blog examines the link and implications.

A preview of the upcoming dermatology and business day in Swindon for podiatrists.

Eccrine poroma and its malignant form are lesions which may occur on the foot.

Tinea pedis is very common but much of it may not be recognised due to subtle symptoms.

This is a review of the new HEINE Delta X dermatoscope.

A common question from patients to podiatrists are “how do you put up with all those smelly feet?” reflecting the belief that foot odour is a common issue. In truth, as most podiatrists know, most feet don’t really smell – but a few do! This article examines the science behind smelly feet and its management.

The CUBED App is a tool developed for use by UK podiatrists to support decision making when assessing lesions on the foot.

Scabies is on the rise again. How does it present on the foot?