Varicose veins are largely considered a cosmetic concern; however, they can cause serious clinical morbidity. Minimally invasive, nonsurgical treatments offer improved quality of life.

Personality disorder is common in primary care. Psychotherapy, practical support and attention to co-occurring mental and physical health conditions can improve the lives of people with personality disorder.

A 31-year-old woman presents with a two-month history of pruritic lesions on her lower legs. What is the diagnosis?

This scenario considers questions raised for GPs by the increasing availability of genetic screening and expected MBS changes.

Recognising the red-flag features of various nail presentations can ensure that patient referrals to a dermatologist are prompt and that diagnosis and treatment are not delayed.

The cornerstone of management of renal arterial stenosis (RAS) is intensive medical therapy to reduce modifiable cardiovascular risk factors. Careful assessment of patients with hypertension is needed to determine who should be screened for RAS.

Depression and diabetes frequently coincide. This article provides a framework for holistic assessment and management in affected patients.

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction presents with nonspecific symptoms such as exertional dyspnoea and fatigue, and is challenging to diagnose. GPs can help facilitate early diagnosis and exclude alternative causes for symptoms.