Topical urea paste has been used for the treatment of fungal nail but is it any good?

Melanoma incidence and mortality rates have been examined for a 19 year period showing some interesting trends

Chronic fungal skin infection maybe as a result of immunodeficiency. This blog explores the idea.

Can the HPV vaccine really treat warts and verrucae? This blog investigates.

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

A genital skin problem which can manifest on the foot and leg, Lichen Sclerosus is something podiatrists may not be aware of.

What are Ozempic feet and do they exist? AT the moment there is little research but this article explores the evidence.

Palmoplantar keratoderma is a unusual condition which is often complex and difficult to treat. This blog looks at a new classification system which aims to improve recognition, diagnosis and treatment

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.

Are you a podiatrist who likes a challenge and treating blisters. Fancy a trip to the desert? Then the Marathon des Sables is for you!

Doughnut wart is a complication of wart treatment and this article discusses the phenomenon seldom seen or reported.

Fron June 2025 all steroid creams in the UK will have to be clearly labelled with their potency.

This blog describes how to perform a wet wrap on the feet, a gentle treatment for hyperkeratosis

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

How does the menopause affect the skin, specifically on the feet? This blog explores the current literature.

Keratoderma is a cause of hyperkeratosis on the feet in menopausal women. This blog explore the condition and its treatment.

Statins are the most commonly prescribed drug today but they can interact with athletes foot treatments.

Annoucing the PCDS Annual Meeting in Harrogate, March 2025

This recent study investigates whether smoking cessation can improve plantar psoriasis or plamoplantar pustulosis.

This is a short review of the new Heine Smartphone Adaptor Mag