New for 2026! Constipation, globus, post-nasal drip and more

Agenda

• 30 min

  Constipation

  Here, we take a close look at how to assess and manage adults with constipation, covering everything from how to assess a patient with it, how to investigate for the wide range of different causes and what to do if lifestyle measures and laxatives don’t help.

• 30 min

  Globus

  In this session, a practical guide is given to aid diagnosing and managing globus in primary care. We discuss how to distinguish benign globus sensations from concerning sinister pathology, such as malignancy or neuromuscular disorders.

• 30 min

  Palliative care emergencies (part 1)

  We examine five palliative care emergencies by reviewing five different cases and discussing how we would manage each of them in the community. (Part 2 available as part of Study Group 6.)

• 30 min

  Lung cancer

  Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK, accounting for 13% of all new cancer cases. Approximately 95% of all primary lung tumours are bronchial carcinomas. Metastases in the lung are common and typical sites for the primary tumour include the kidney, prostate, breast, bone, gastrointestinal tract, cervix and ovary. Here, we look at common presenting symptoms, risk factors, investigations and treatment options including newer drug options.

• 30 min

  Post-nasal drip

  Post-nasal drip refers to the sensation of mucus accumulation in the throat or the feeling that secretions from the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses are draining down the posterior pharynx. Clinically, it is often described as a symptom rather than a diagnosis and is associated with upper airway cough syndrome – the most common cause of chronic cough. This presentation discusses how to best diagnose a post-nasal drip, identify potential red flag symptoms and treatments.

• 30 min

  Epistaxis

  Epistaxis, or nosebleed, is bleeding from the nostril, nasal cavity or nasopharynx and may be classified as anterior or posterior. Although usually mild and self-limiting, epistaxis often causes alarm in patients. We look at common precipitating factors, how to easily stop a nosebleed and when to refer a patient for further treatment.