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In this episode we explore Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) alongside guest expert A/Prof Erin McMeniman. HS can be easy to overlook and carries a heavy burden on its sufferers. In this episode, we discuss how HS may present, what causes it, how it can be managed as well as some emerging therapies for its treatment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we explore birthmarks alongside guest expert Dr Susan Robertson. We discuss naevus simplex, port wine stains, congenital naevi and Becker’s naevus, and how to tell these all apart! We also discuss indications for specialist intervention and various treatment options available for the different types of birthmark. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we discuss the topical therapies used in the management of skin disease. We explore the differences between creams, lotions, gels, foams and ointments. Dr Blake Mumford and Dr Anneliese Willems discuss the finer points of how and when to use each topical treatment with guest expert Dr Sarah Brennand. We also explore common myths about topical corticosteroids and troubleshoot common...

Viral warts! Probably not a podcast topic suitable for consumption on the train commute but an important and common problem nonetheless. Join Dr. Blake Mumford and Dr. Aaron Robinson as they quiz Dr. Mark Darling on all issues related to the humble wart, including those located on the genitals. We’ll cover their dark history, the different types of warts, and the armaments available for trea...

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Disorders of skin pigmentation can have a profound impact on the mental wellbeing of patients who are affected. Not all white patches of skin are vitiligo! Tune in to Dr. Blake Mumford and Dr. Aaron Robinson as they discuss disorders of hypopigmentation and depigmentation with Dr. Michelle Rodrigues. Learn about how fungal infections can cause hypopigmentation and exciting new treatments for vitil...

Childhood exanthems present a quandary: how do you differentiate the rash of meningococcal septicaemia from the non-specific viral exanthem? What’s a Koplik spot and what about Forcheimer spots? And what about recognizing infections that can affect the foetus? Learn how to recognise childhood exanthems and enanthems with Professor John Su, a paediatrician and dermatologist! See omnystudio.co...

Scabies, you’re not a true dermatologist until you’ve had it. Listen in to experts A/Prof Alvin Chong and Professor Andrew Steer discuss scabies, a scourge that has been with humanity for over 2,500 years. Learn where to look for scabies mite burrows, what makes you itch, and war time experiments undertaken to work out exactly how the mites are spread… Are you scratching yoursel...

In this episode Dr Belinda Welsh discusses rosacea from the perspective of a dermatologist, and her first-hand experience as a patient. The subtypes of rosacea, approach to diagnosis, and treatment strategies for rosacea are artfully explored by dependable co-hosts Associate Professor Alvin Chong and Dr Blake Mumford.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

What’s the difference between allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis? Do you refer to a dermatologist or allergist for contact dermatitis patch testing? What are the common allergens that cause allergic contact dermatitis? These questions and many others will be answered by world-renowned contact dermatitis expert Associate Professor Rosemary Nixon in this episode of the...

This episode covers the spectrum of keratinocyte atypia from actinic keratosis, to Bowen’s disease, and finally squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). SCC is the second most common skin cancer and about 600 Australians die from SCC every year. Join Dr Blake Mumford, Associate Professor Alvin Chong, and Dr Michelle Goh as they discuss their approach to actinic keratoses, the best management for high-...

This episode covers everything you need to know about how to protect yourself from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation. We also dive into public health campaigns and their role in skin cancer, focusing on Australia’s world renown SunSmart program. Associate Professor Alvin Chong and Dr Blake Mumford discuss the finer points of sunscreen use and debunk common myths with guest experts...

BCCs are one of the keratinocyte carcinomas, the other being SCC. These are cancers which arise from keratinocytes, the cells which make up a vast majority of the epidermis. BCCs are the most common type of skin cancer. In fact, BCCs are the most common type of cancer, period. To give you some perspective, in Australia, the incidence of keratinocyte carcinomas, BCCs and SCCs, is five times all oth...

The COVID-19 virus is deadly. It is insidious, and it is going to be with us for a very long time. How do we continue to provide a clinical service in the grips of a pandemic? What are the cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19? How common are these cutaneous manifestations? What does it mean when a patient presents with perniosis in this time? What about our patients who are immunosuppressed on bio...

In this episode, we discuss urticaria which is otherwise known as hives , it’s a widespread condition that affects about 25% of the population at some point in their lives. Urticaria is a common skin condition in which we see transient, smooth, raised, and very itchy areas of skin. Often you see small lumps in the skin, often the size of a mosquito bite, but they can actually be much larger and hi...

Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease with a greater prevalence in children than adults, although it can affect any age. Estimated population prevalence is 20.3% in 1-year-olds but decreases to 16% in 4-year-olds, highlighting the fact that a significant proportion of children outgrow eczema. The disease is important not only because it is common, but...

Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease with a greater prevalence in children than adults, although it can affect any age. Estimated population prevalence is 20.3% in 1-year-olds but decreases to 16% in 4-year-olds, highlighting the fact that a significant proportion of children outgrow eczema. The disease is important not only because it is common, but...

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Melanoma is a big topic so we have split it over two parts. In this part, we will talk about the epidemiology and diagnosis of melanoma. In the second part we will be talking about treatment and prevention of melanoma. Melanoma is one of the fields in dermatology that's seen significant advances in the last decade. Today, we are joined by Associate Professor Victoria Mar. Professor Mar is the Dire...

Melanoma is one of the fields in dermatology that's seen significant advances in the last decade. Today, we are joined by Associate Professor Victoria Mar. Professor Mar is the Director of the Victorian Melanoma Service at Alfred Health. She has authored multiple chapters of Australian Melanoma Guidelines and is on the executive committee of the Melanoma Skin Cancer Trust Group. For more informati...

This is the second episode of Spot Diagnosis, a podcast series providing dermatology education and information for medical students, general medical practitioners and other registered healthcare providers. It is not meant for the consumer. A full transcript of this podcast, and other related education and information resources, are freely available from our website - just go to https://www.spotdia...

This is the third episode of Spot Diagnosis, a podcast series providing dermatology education and information for medical students, general medical practitioners and other registered healthcare providers. It is not meant for the consumer. A full transcript of this podcast, and other related education and information resources, are freely available from our website - just go to https://www.spotdiag...

This is the first episode of Spot Diagnosis, a podcast series providing dermatology education and information for medical students, general medical practitioners and other registered healthcare providers. It is not meant for the consumer. A full transcript of this podcast, and other related education and information resources, are freely available from our website - just click here See omnystudio....