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Don’t misdiagnose melanoma in diabetes - The new U.L.C.E.R acronym
The ULCER acronym can help clinicians to recognise a melanoma disguised as a diabetic foot ulcer

Ivan Bristow
Jun 33 min read


Infective Intertrigo - a step on from tinea pedis
Infective intertrigo is a mixed bacterial and fungal infection found between the toes causing redness, pain an swelling

Ivan Bristow
May 57 min read


Tinea pedis - an occult disease?
Tinea pedis is very common but much of it may not be recognised due to subtle symptoms.

Ivan Bristow
Mar 17 min read


Why do feet smell?
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.

Ivan Bristow
Jan 307 min read


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

Ivan Bristow
Dec 31, 20255 min read


Scabies - mite it be a problem on the foot?
Scabies is on the rise again. How does it present on the foot?

Ivan Bristow
Dec 31, 20257 min read


DERMFoot UK - Meeting Report
The first DERMfoot UK event was held in October and was a great success, for all healthcare professionals looking after feet.

Ivan Bristow
Dec 2, 20253 min read


Melanoma Rates in the UK - an update
Melanoma incidence and mortality rates have been examined for a 19 year period showing some interesting trends

Ivan Bristow
Nov 3, 20253 min read


Can the HPV vaccine treat verrucae and warts (2025 Update)?
Can the HPV vaccine really treat warts and verrucae? This blog investigates.

Ivan Bristow
Oct 6, 20254 min read


Could antihypertensive drugs cause eczema in the elderly?
Medications can provoke skin disease. This blog explores common antihypertensive medications that can provoke eczema in the elderly

Ivan Bristow
Aug 29, 20254 min read


Beyond the foot: considering extragenital lichen sclerosus in podiatry
A genital skin problem which can manifest on the foot and leg, Lichen Sclerosus is something podiatrists may not be aware of.

Michelle Reynolds
Jul 31, 202510 min read


Melanonychia: visually differentiating the good from bad
What is Melanonychia? Melanonychia, a term derived from the Greek "Melas" (meaning black or brown) and "Onyx" (meaning nail), describes...

Ivan Bristow
Jul 31, 20254 min read


Acral lentiginous melanoma - improving detection on the foot
How can we improve detection of acral lentiginous melanoma on the foot? This blog looks at the evidence and suggests practical methods that can be implemented in clinic.

Ivan Bristow
Jun 2, 202510 min read


How common is tinea pedis in children?
How common is athletes foot or tinea pedis in children? This article investigates,

Ivan Bristow
May 1, 20254 min read


Wet Wrapping - a technique to reduce hyperkeratosis on the feet
This blog describes how to perform a wet wrap on the feet, a gentle treatment for hyperkeratosis

Ivan Bristow
Feb 24, 20255 min read


What are the best socks if you have athlete's foot?
What are the best socks if you have fungal foot infection? This article looks at recent research into toe socks as a preventative treatment

Ivan Bristow
Feb 24, 20254 min read


Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis. A disappearing disease?
Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis is an uncommon skin condition affecting the soles of the feet of children. Is it disappearing?

Ivan Bristow
Dec 3, 20248 min read


Topical azoles & statins. Rare interactions.
Statins are the most commonly prescribed drug today but they can interact with athletes foot treatments.

Ivan Bristow
Nov 9, 20244 min read


Wallace's line - whose line is it anyway?
Wallace's line - a rarely referred to anatomical area of the foot named after a dermatologist. What is it and what's its relevance?

Ivan Bristow
Sep 30, 20243 min read


Non-visibility of a melanoma to patients leads to later detection
Spotting a melanoma earlier can lead to an improved outcome however, lesions which aren't so visible may take longer to be diagnosed.

Ivan Bristow
Jan 25, 20243 min read
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