Problems and diseases of the prostate are common health concerns facing men but the good news is that there is a lot you can do to monitor your own prostate health and keep yourself fit and healthy. The prostate gland is located at the base of the bladder and is part of the male reproductive system. It is about the size of a walnut and the fluid it secretes mixes with semen and nourishes sperm. The gland encircles the urethra and most of the signs of prostate problems relate to urine flow changes. The most common prostate problems are enlargement of the prostate (also called benign prostatic hyperplasia), inflammation of the prostate and cancer.
Quitting smoking is one of the best health decisions a smoker can make with immediate and long-term benefits, reducing the risk of cancers, respiratory and heart diseases and improved mental health, but it can be difficult.
Respiratory conditions can range from short-term infections like colds, influenza or bronchitis to chronic illnesses such as asthma or COPD. Our lungs can be susceptible to infections, irritants and inflammation, which can lead to these conditions. Treatments focus on helping you breathe comfortably while minimising the risk of complications.
A condition we get asked about often in the pharmacy is rosacea. This is a non-contagious inflammation of the face that makes the skin appear flushed and red. It commonly affects people over 30 years and unfortunately, symptoms tend to get worse with age.
Scabies is quite a common skin condition caused by tiny insects (scabies mites) that get under the surface of the skin. The adult female burrows along and lays eggs as it goes. The eggs hatch into larvae that travel to the skin’s surface, mature into adults, mate and repeat the cycle.
