Dr. Sandy Flann

Consultant Dermatologist

  • Home
  • About
    • Testimonials
  • Patients
  • Blog
  • Costs
  • Contact

Does city pollution contribute to skin ageing?

February 1, 2015 By Sandy

I had the opportunity the other day to choose between taking the bus, catching a taxi or walking to work and I chose the latter option in an attempt to be healthier. After puffing and choking through giant clouds of exhaust fumes for the duration of the 20 minute walk, I started wondering whether it … [Read more...] about Does city pollution contribute to skin ageing?

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

I’m so itchy!

January 1, 2015 By Sandy

You would perhaps be not surprised to know that dermatologists see a lot of itchy patients. For that matter, I find that most people actively start itching when they hear that I am a dermatologist!   You may, however, be surprised to find out that not all itching is accompanied by a skin rash … [Read more...] about I’m so itchy!

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

‘Biome depletion’ is a better term than ‘Hygiene Hypothesis’

December 1, 2014 By Sandy

Last December, I wrote a blog on the benefits of dog ownership as we had recently acquired a new puppy that year. Dog ownership has many benefits but with regards to the Hygiene Hypothesis and the prevention of allergic disease, the evidence available in the literature at the time was limited or not … [Read more...] about ‘Biome depletion’ is a better term than ‘Hygiene Hypothesis’

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

Warts all the fuss about?

November 1, 2014 By Sandy

Another common problem in childhood is warts. It is surprising how many children are referred either on the NHS or privately with warts, be they on the hands, feet or elsewhere.   What are warts? Now this sounds like a pretty daft question but in a way, the answer helps to underline the … [Read more...] about Warts all the fuss about?

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

Pickin’ chocs!

October 1, 2014 By Sandy

The youngest of the family has finally had chicken pox…, phew..., and "Pickin' chocs" is what he called it, by way of explanation! Everyone else in the family has had it and it was getting a bit of a worry that the youngest hadn’t had it yet.   Why do you want to get it? As we all know, … [Read more...] about Pickin’ chocs!

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

Is this vitiligo?

September 1, 2014 By Sandy

It is the month that all the children go back to school and some are rejoicing - holiday childcare issues over for now! - whilst some are bemoaning the increased congestion on the roads in the morning and mid-afternoon. Many have hopefully enjoyed a good summer holiday, either at home or … [Read more...] about Is this vitiligo?

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

Hard water and the risk of developing infantile eczema

August 1, 2014 By Sandy

The last time I talked about hard water and eczema was in my blog in April of last year.[http://sandyflann.com/dr-sandy-flanns-blog/the-role-of-water-softeners-in-eczema]The advice at the time, from a large, multicenter, randomized controlled trial was that ion-exchange water softeners could not be … [Read more...] about Hard water and the risk of developing infantile eczema

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

Increasing rates in skin cancer diagnosis.

July 1, 2014 By Sandy

The summer holidays are almost upon and we all can’t wait to feel that heat and sun upon our skin. Maybe some of us have been lucky enough to have been somewhere warm and sunny already! However, we are clearly not being safe enough in the sun as recently reported data has shown. In April … [Read more...] about Increasing rates in skin cancer diagnosis.

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

Fungal nail infections

June 1, 2014 By Sandy

Fungal nail infections are very common. A lot of the population probably are unsuspecting sufferers to some degree. As dermatologists, we often see fungal nail infections that are referred to us as abnormal nails in a child or a possible melanoma of the nail in an adult. Diagnosis is therefore … [Read more...] about Fungal nail infections

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

Does sun exposure mean you live longer?

May 1, 2014 By Sandy

At the time of writing this blog post, we have had the first glorious sunny Spring days of the year after a definitely dreary, soggy few months.  And of course, we’re all feeling a bit better with the brighter days.    As usual, patients always ask how much sun exposure is safe.    Is sun … [Read more...] about Does sun exposure mean you live longer?

Filed Under: Dr Sandy Flann's Blog

  • « Go to Previous Page
  • Page 1
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Page 11
  • Page 12
  • Page 13
  • Page 14
  • Page 15
  • Page 16
  • Go to Next Page »

Sandy’s Latest Blogs

I’ve just started training with a coach, a rugby coach nonetheless.  It’s not because I want to be a … [Read More...] about Do collagen supplements prevent ageing?

At the time of writing, I am on the family holiday to the South of France, hiding inside and trying … [Read More...] about Holey moley!

The debate over diet and acne has raged for many years.  However, there seems to be ever increasing … [Read More...] about Polyunsaturated fats and acne

Do collagen supplements prevent ageing?

I’ve just started training with a coach, a rugby coach nonetheless.  It’s not because I want to be a rugby player or get huge muscles but I do want to get strong.  It is common knowledge that as we … Read More about Do collagen supplements prevent ageing?

Copyright © 2025 · Sandy Flann

HOME ABOUT PATIENT INFORMATION COST BLOG CONTACT

Privacy + Cookies Policy Terms of Use

MENU
  • Home
  • About Dr Sandy Flann
    • Publications
    • Presentations
  • Patient Information
    • Acne Explained
    • Eczema Explained
    • Malignant Melanoma Explained
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (Rodent Ulcer) Explained
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma Explained
  • Dr Sandy Flann’s Blog
  • Contact Dr Sandy Flann