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These excesses can cause Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). GORD occurs when the muscle at the bottom of the gullet (oesophagus) weakens and acid from the stomach leaks up into the oesophagus causing symptoms such as heartburn and a nasty taste at the back of the mouth. As a result this can affect the throat, causing discomfort, […]

Has your child complained of a sore throat? Are you yourself struggling to get rid of this common winter ailment? Sore throats are so common at this time of year.  They are usually due to viral infections lasting a few days. However, sometimes these can develop into bacterial tonsillitis. This can be a more serious […]

We are delighted to share this fabulous review of our services from a patient who saw us recently in clinic. We are signed up to http://IWantGreatCare.org – the trusted site for healthcare reviews across the NHS and Private Practice. Patients can read what others think of our service and share their own experiences @IWCG This […]

Have you noticed a mole that has changed shape or size after the summer? Checking your moles regularly is vital to skin health. Melanoma is the third most common skin cancer in the UK and early detection can significantly improve outcomes. Do you have a mole on your face or neck that sometimes catches on […]

Embarrassing, awkward and inconvenient but surprisingly common, nose bleeds (Epistaxis) happen when a blood vessel bursts within your nose. Nose bleeds are caused commonly by: Forceful blowing of your nose, especially if you have a cold Nose-picking – this is particularly common in young boys Allergies – allergies can irritate the lining of the nose […]

Today is the Autumn Equinox: the days are getting shorter and the nights are drawing in. Viral infections such as coughs and colds are more common during the chillier months. Viral infections can develop into throat infections where the throat becomes sore and inflamed. Mostly these settle after a few days using over-the-counter medication to […]

Hearing Loss can lead to a feeling of isolation, loneliness and depression. It can also increase the risk of Dementia by up to 5 times. However, wearing a hearing aid can help to significantly reduce these risks. Many more people with Hearing Loss could benefit from having a hearing aid fitted. Research suggests that people […]

Regular snoring can significantly affect your quality of life (and your partner’s).  It can lead to tiredness during the day, difficulty concentrating, headaches and a sore throat when you wake up. It can put significant strain on your relationship with your partner as you both struggle to get a good night’s sleep. Seeing a specialist […]

Paul Kirkland is happy to see patients with a GP referral. This will save precious time as you won’t need to make an appointment to see your GP first. With many local GP surgeries over-stretched, it’s often difficult to get an appointment to see your doctor when you need to. Therefore, you will see a […]

Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the world.  You are far more at risk during the summer as it’s caused by UV radiation affecting skin cells.  The most common sign of skin cancer is a new mole or a mole that has changed its shape or colour recently.  If […]