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Welcome to the Clinical Update podcast – the fortnightly podcast that brings you thought-provoking clinical education from MIMS Learning, that you can fit into your busy life. The podcast is aimed at UK healthcare professionals and may count for up to 0.5 hours of CPD towards your appraisal. We interview the experts to provide you with key insights linked to the e-learning on MIMS Learning and the education we deliver at our live virtual and in-person events. Topics covered include primary care, dermatology, oncology, diabetes, cardiology, gastroenterology, mental health, respiratory medicine and women’s health. Dive in, learn in a new way and get inspiration for your daily practice. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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August 12, 202623 min

Providing best transgender healthcare in primary care, with Dr Kamilla Kamaruddin

0.5 CPD hours ‘There are a lot of things the GP can do’ for transgender patients, according to GP lead for East of England gender services Dr Kamilla Kamaruddin, interviewed for the Clinical Update podcast by MIMS Learning editor Pat Anderson. She says this begins with listening to patients and using preferred names and pronouns, and develops into long-term support as patients navigate their way through gender identity clinics and other services.  She says providing support in this way promotes the physical and mental health of transgender individuals, who are at substantial risk of self-harm and suicide, and addresses inequalities in healthcare. This podcast episode contains references to self-harm and suicide. Sources of support include the <a href="https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Samaritans</a>, BMA <a href="https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/your-wellbeing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your Wellbeing</a> service, and NHS <a href="https://www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Practitioner Health</a>. Educational objectives After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be better able to:<ul><li>Reflect on the high prevalence of self-harm and suicidality among transgender individuals</li><li>Listen to transgender patients and communicate sensitively</li><li>Understand that supporting transgender patients is a long-term process</li><li>Consider how best to meet the needs of transgender patients </li><li>Provide services for patients on gender identity clinic waiting lists</li><li>Help patients attending gender identity services</li><li>Provide long-term care for transgender patients</li><li>Know where to find more support to improve their practice</li></ul> You can access the <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-providing-best-transgender-healthcare-in-primary-care-with-dr-kamilla-kamaruddin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website version</a> of this podcast, along with key learning points, on MIMS Learning. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser and note-taking for appraisal. Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events. Resources MIMS Learning<a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/transgender-healthcare-why-is-it-important" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transgender healthcare: why is it important?</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/transgender-healthcare-consultation-skills" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transgender healthcare: consultation skills</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/transgender-healthcare-gender-identity-clinic-referrals-and-clinical-management" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transgender healthcare: management and referral to gender identity clinics</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/skin-problems-in-transgender-people" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Skin problems in transgender people</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

July 29, 202627 min

Identifying and managing resistant hypertension, with Professor Terry McCormack

‘Resistant hypertension is when you’re taking three or more medications and you’ve not reached target, and usually one of those medications is a diuretic,’ Professor Terry McCormack explains in this episode of the Clinical Update podcast. He adds that determining whether patients are truly resistant or just not taking their medication can be difficult. However, he recommends asking subtle questions such as ‘We all forget to take our tablets. How, how often do you forget to take your medication’ to gain meaningful answers. Professor McCormack also looks at management options — including combination pills, NICE-recommended therapies, and new treatments that are on the horizon. He observes that patients with resistant hypertension are the ‘highest risk patients’ for adverse outcomes such as stroke and, therefore, ‘we need to try our best to get them to take at least the three medications that are available to us at this time, to consider single pill combinations and, in the future, consider other treatments,’. Educational objectivesAfter listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be better able to:<ul><li>Sensitively ask patients about their adherence to antihypertensive medications</li><li>Encourage patients to adhere to medications regimens by discussing of risks of not taking their medications (such as a debilitating stroke)</li><li>Understand the pros and cons of single-pill combination therapy for managing hypertension</li><li>Review NICE recommendations on managing resistant hypertension</li><li>Discuss new treatments on the horizon for managing resistant hypertension</li></ul> You can access the <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-identifying-and-managing-resistant-hypertension-with-professor-terry-mccormack" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website version</a> of this podcast, along with key learning points, on MIMS Learning. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser and note-taking for appraisal.Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events. MIMS Learning<a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/guidance-update-latest-nice-guidelines-on-hypertension" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guidance update: NICE guidelines on hypertension</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/ischaemic-heart-disease-clinical-review" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ischaemic heart disease: clinical review</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/stroke-clinical-review" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stroke: clinical review</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

July 23, 202611 min

Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 3: migraine in children

0.5 CPD hours If you enjoy a blend of online learning and podcast-style listening that you can fit into your busy life, then this podcourse is for you.  Listen to this three-part audio series, then go to <a href="http://mimslearning.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mimslearning.co.uk</a> to read downloadable worksheets and complete a multiple choice quiz to ensure you are up to speed with all the key points primary care professionals need to know about migraine.  This episode continues the case of Simone, focusing on her children, with learning points provided by GP Dr Deborah Kerr. She provides advice on recognising migraine in children, eliminating red flags, addressing lifestyle and routine, and pharmacological therapy for acute management and prevention. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser.  Educational objectives After listening to this podcourse, healthcare professionals should be better able to: <ul><li>Recall the characteristics of migraine and abdominal migraine in children and adolescents</li><li>Reflect on red flag symptoms and differentials to consider </li><li>Provide advice on lifestyle and use of supplements </li><li>Advise on pharmacological options for acute attacks and prophylaxis</li><li>Be aware of links between neurodiversity and migraine</li><li>Know where to find more information about prescribing and support</li></ul> MIMS Learning <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcourse-part-1-diagnosis-and-management-of-migraine-with-dr-deborah-kerr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 1: diagnosis and management</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcourse-part-2-menstrual-related-migraine-with-dr-deborah-kerr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 2: menstrual-related migraine</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/guidance-update-latest-nice-and-sign-guidelines-on-headache" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guidance update: NICE and SIGN guidelines on headache</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/headache-red-flag-symptoms" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Headache - red flag symptoms</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/headaches-in-children-red-flag-symptoms" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Headaches in children - red flag symptoms</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

July 23, 202610 min

Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 2: menstrual-related migraine

0.5 CPD hours If you enjoy a blend of online learning and podcast-style listening that you can fit into your busy life, then this podcourse is for you.  Listen to this three-part audio series, then go to <a href="http://mimslearning.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mimslearning.co.uk</a> to read downloadable worksheets and complete a multiple choice quiz to ensure you are up to speed with all the key points primary care professionals need to know about migraine.  This episode continues the case of Simone, with learning points provided by GP Dr Deborah Kerr. She provides advice on the definitions of menstrual and menstrual-related migraine, tips on lifestyle and pharmacological management, pregnancy planning and looking ahead to menopause management.  MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser.  Educational objectives After listening to this podcourse, healthcare professionals should be better able to: <ul><li>Recall the characteristics of menstrual migraine and menstrual-related migraine</li><li>Provide advice on lifestyle and use of supplements </li><li>Understand how hormones such as the contraceptive pill may be used in patients wit migraine</li><li>Know which medications could be used to try and prevent menstrual-related attacks</li><li>Provide advice to women planning a pregnancy, and those who are breastfeeding</li><li>Recall treatment options for acute management and preventative therapy</li><li>Understand when to refer patients to specialist care</li></ul> MIMS Learning <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcourse-part-1-diagnosis-and-management-of-migraine-with-dr-deborah-kerr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 1: diagnosis and management</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcourse-part-3-migraine-in-children-with-dr-deborah-kerr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 3: migraine in children</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/guidance-update-latest-nice-and-sign-guidelines-on-headache" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guidance update: NICE and SIGN guidelines on headache</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/headache-red-flag-symptoms" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Headache - red flag symptoms</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/headaches-in-children-red-flag-symptoms" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Headaches in children - red flag symptoms</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

July 23, 202624 min

Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 1: diagnosis and management

0.5 CPD hours If you enjoy a blend of online learning and podcast-style listening that you can fit into your busy life, then this podcourse is for you.  Listen to this three-part audio series, then go to <a href="http://mimslearning.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mimslearning.co.uk</a> to read downloadable worksheets and complete a multiple choice quiz to ensure you are up to speed with all the key points primary care professionals need to know about migraine.  In this episode, work through the case of Simone, with learning points provided by GP Dr Deborah Kerr. She provides practical advice to give patients on managing attacks, and tips on lifestyle and pharmacological management – including newer medications. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser.  Educational objectives After listening to this podcourse episode, healthcare professionals should be better able to: <ul><li>Recall the characteristics of migraine and distinguish between chronic and episodic migraine</li><li>Understand how migraine differs from medication overuse headache, trigeminal autonomic cephalalgia, and idiopathic intracranial hypertension</li><li>Understand the importance of examination to eliminate red flags</li><li>Understand how lifestyle affects migraine and provide advice to patients</li><li>Know which medications should be avoided and what patients should do at the first sign of an attack</li><li>Recall treatment options for acute management and preventative therapy</li><li>Understand when to refer patients to specialist care</li></ul> MIMS Learning <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcourse-part-2-menstrual-related-migraine-with-dr-deborah-kerr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 2: menstrual-related migraine</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcourse-part-3-migraine-in-children-with-dr-deborah-kerr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Migraine podcourse with Dr Deborah Kerr, part 3: migraine in children</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/guidance-update-latest-nice-and-sign-guidelines-on-headache" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guidance update: NICE and SIGN guidelines on headache</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/headache-red-flag-symptoms" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Headache - red flag symptoms</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/headaches-in-children-red-flag-symptoms" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Headaches in children - red flag symptoms</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

July 15, 202627 min

How appraisal can help with GP stress and burnout, with Dr Ravi Ramanathan

0.5 CPD hours A GP partner is juggling her work and parenting responsibilities - as well as arranging care for her ageing mother - and feels ‘like she is missing symptoms’. A locum GP has back pain, but fears that his relationship with those he works for might be jeopardised if he asks for suitable adaptations. A salaried GP is experiencing mental health problems, but fears that disclosure might mean she ‘loses her role’. Experienced GP appraiser Dr Ravi Ramanathan discusses each of these scenarios with MIMS Learning editor Pat Anderson, and recommends action that the GPs concerned could take, to look after themselves and to avoid burnout. Educational objectives After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be better able to: <ul><li>Understand the role of appraisal in providing support for professional and personal life pressures</li><li>Appreciate the importance of clear communication with colleagues to resolve issues that could lead to burnout</li><li>Reflect on the importance of disclosure of stress-related or mental health problems to their appraiser</li><li>Understand how acknowledging problems and seeking help are positive steps that can help GPs to continue to practise successfully</li><li>Recall sources of support that may be useful to them or their colleagues</li></ul> If you are affected by issues discussed in this podcast, remember that support is available to all doctors through the BMA <a href="https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/your-wellbeing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your Wellbeing</a> service, NHS <a href="https://www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Practitioner Health</a> and <a href="https://www.cameronfund.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Cameron Fund</a>. You can access the <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-appraisal-and-wellbeing-with-dr-ravi-ramanathan" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website version</a> of this podcast, along with key learning points, on MIMS Learning. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser and note-taking for appraisal. Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events. Resources MIMS Learning <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-pursuing-a-gp-career-after-addiction-recovery-with-dr-michael-blackmore" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast: pursuing a GP career after addiction recovery, with Dr Michael Blackmore</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-dr-farnaaz-sharief-on-finding-balance-in-a-pressured-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast: Dr Farnaaz Sharief on finding balance in a pressured system</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/wellbeing-masterclass-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wellbeing masterclass</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-dr-ravi-ramanathan-on-changes-to-gp-appraisal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast: Dr Ravi Ramanathan on changes to GP appraisal</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

July 1, 202642 min

Live panel discussion on obesity with Dr Patrick Holmes and Dr Amar Puttanna

0.5 CPD hours This discussion on obesity and its management, hosted by MIMS Learning editor Pat Anderson, took place at MIMS Learning Live South in London. Former GP Dr Patrick Holmes and consultant diabetologist Dr Amar Puttanna are part of the education provider Goggledocs and provided key learning points for GPs during the discussion. Educational objectives After listening to this podcast, GPs and other healthcare professionals should be better able to:<ul><li>Recall key facts about the impact of obesity in the UK</li><li>Understand how public health measures do (or don’t) work</li><li>Reflect on the importance of the GP’s role in obesity management</li><li>Be aware of how weight loss therapies fit into the obesity picture</li><li>Consider the effectiveness of new and future therapies </li><li>Improve the management of obesity within their practice</li></ul> You can access the website version of this podcast, along with key learning points, on <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-obesity-panel-discussion-with-dr-patrick-holmes-and-dr-amar-puttanna" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MIMS Learning</a>. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser and note-taking for appraisal. Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events. MIMS Learning<a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/register" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Register for a FREE account</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/guidance-update-latest-nice-guidelines-on-type-2-diabetes-in-adults" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guidance update: latest NICE guidelines on type 2 diabetes in adults</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/obesity-podcourse-with-dr-patrick-holmes-part-1-metabolic-vulnerability" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Obesity podcourse with Dr Patrick Holmes, part 1: metabolic vulnerability</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/simplifying-primary-care-management-of-obesity-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Simplifying primary care management of obesity</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

June 19, 202615 min

Lord Heseltine: "You’re just playing in toy town”

Lord Heseltine tells the story of the birth of the European Space Agency. Why post-Apollo, when the US was spending £1.2 billion a year on space, the whole of Europe was spending just £200 million. Why the birth of ESA was driven by the self-interest of three major countries. Why the US general with a $29 billion budget for the Star Wars project wanted to invest in Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh. Why, the idea that Britain could compete alone with the technologies that were accumulated and available to the American capitalist system was “simply laughable”. Why “being European is not selling out British interests”. And why Margaret Thatcher told him: “If you want to get on and put your budget into this, you can, but you're not getting any of mine."  Join Alice and Lord Heseltine as they pick apart the negotiating contrivances and the wheeling and dealing to circumnavigate “turkeys not voting for Christmas” that ultimately put European space on the map. Contributors:Alice Bunn, President of UKspace <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alice-bunn-obe-fimeche-fraes-ceng-3b5141/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dr Alice Bunn OBE FIMechE FRAeS CEng | LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ukspace/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UKspace: Overview | LinkedIn</a> Lord Heseltine, Member of the House of Lords Key topics covered: <ul><li>Creation of the European Space Agency (ESA)</li><li>US "Star Wars" program and brain drain</li><li>Geopolitical case for European R&D collaboration</li><li>Impact of Brexit on science and technology</li></ul> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

June 17, 202624 min

Overcoming addiction and reconnecting with a GP career, with Dr Michael Blackmore

GPs and other doctors are at risk of developing abnormal coping mechanisms including addiction, but can turn things around if they spot the signs and take action, according to GP Dr Michael Blackmore. As a recovering addict, he gives advice to patients and to other GPs about how admitting problems and seeking help and support are vital, and can enable doctors to reconnect with their practice as well as their personal life. Educational objectives After listening to this podcast, GPs and other healthcare professionals should be better able to:<ul><li>Consider why doctors are particularly at risk of abnormal coping mechanisms</li><li>Spot the signs of addiction including overprescription of medication</li><li>Be aware of sources of support for doctors affected by addiction</li><li>Understand the role of self-referral to the GMC</li><li>Identify gaps in their knowledge of drug addiction </li><li>Reflect on the potential for overcoming addiction and continuing to pursue a medical career</li></ul> If you are affected by issues discussed in this podcast, remember that support is available to all doctors through the <a href="https://sick-doctors-trust.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sick Doctors Trust</a>, the <a href="https://www.bddg.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">British Doctors & Dentists Group</a> and the <a href="https://www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Practitioner Health</a> programme. You can access the website version of this podcast, along with key learning points, on <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-pursuing-a-gp-career-after-addiction-recovery-with-dr-michael-blackmore" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MIMS Learning</a>. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser and note-taking for appraisal. Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events. MIMS Learning<a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/register" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Register for a FREE account</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/wellbeing-masterclass-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wellbeing masterclass</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-dr-farnaaz-sharief-on-finding-balance-in-a-pressured-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast: Dr Farnaaz Sharief on finding balance in a pressured system</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/harnessing-conflict-for-growth-strategies-for-healthcare-teams-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Harnessing conflict for growth: strategies for healthcare teams</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

June 3, 202619 min

Irritable bowel syndrome, food intolerances, and other causes of bloating

Bloating is a common presentation in primary care and can be caused by a wide variety of conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome, food intolerances, and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. [Main] Bloating is a key characteristic of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), but can also be a sign of a food intolerance (such as lactose intolerance) and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). In this episode of the Clinical Update podcast, MIMS Learning editors Sangeeta and Rhiannon explore the potential causes of bloating and how they should be diagnosed and managed. They review both the NICE and the Rome IV criteria for diagnosing IBS, subtypes, and management options (such as the FODMAP diet), and look at red flag symptoms that require further assessment.  They also discuss the differences between functional gastrointestinal conditions and IBS. The bidirectional relationship between eating disorders and gastrointestinal conditions, and how bile acid malabsorption can masquerade as IBS-D, are also explored. Educational objectivesAfter listening to this episode, healthcare professionals should be more aware of<ul><li>How IBS is diagnosed and managed</li><li>How functional gastrointestinal disorders differ from IBS</li><li>Food intolerances (including lactose intolerance) that are associated with bloating</li><li>The bidirectional relationship between eating disorders and gastrointestinal conditions</li></ul> You can access the website version of this podcast, along with a list of key learning points, on <a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/podcast-ibs-food-intolerances-and-other-causes-of-bloating" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MIMS Learning</a> — and make notes for your appraisal. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser. Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events. This episode was produced by Jude Owen. MIMS Learning<a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/register" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Register for a FREE account</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/bloating" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bloating</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/constipation-red-flags-and-new-dietary-guidelines" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Constipation: red flags and new dietary guidelines</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/disorders-of-gut-brain-interaction" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Disorders of gut-brain interaction</a><a href="https://www.mimslearning.co.uk/courses/irritable-bowel-syndrome-clinical-review" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Irritable bowel syndrome: clinical review</a> MIMS Learning Live South<a href="https://www.mimslearninglive.com/london/book-now" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book for free</a> <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.