The onset of winter will see most of us feeling a little blue. The reduction in day light hours can make us all feel less active and tired, and many of us will have a tendency to eat more. For some, however, this natural loss of energy and enthusiasm with the change of season is far too strong. When this happens you may be suffering from Seasonal Affected Disorder (S.A.D) or the winter blues.

S.A.D is a recognised form of depression that develops in the winter months and usually disappears in the spring and summer, but some scientists disagree. It is a condition that may display similar symptoms to depression. If you experience a noticeable alteration in your mood, behaviour and sleep with the change from summer to autumn that you may be suffering from S.A.D.

Some people suffering from S.A.D. cut themselves off from family and friends, feel irritable and experience a loss of libido. Generally life becomes a task and for some unbearable with feelings of low self- esteem and sometimes guilt. If you are experiencing these feelings then it is important that you should consult your general practitioner for advice.

Because many S.A.D. sufferers have been helped by light therapy it is suggested that the primary reason for S.A.D. symptoms is the lack of adequate light in the dark winter months. You should try to get outside for between one and two hours every day and avoid using sunglasses.

Seeking psychological support during the darker months can also be very helpful as can light therapy and some of the complementary therapies available such as acupuncture, homeopathy, herbal remedies, massage, reflexology, yoga, mindfulness, CBT and natural restoration of gut bacteria can be complementary.

Usual symptoms of S.A.D. :
Lack of initiative, lack of concentration, weight gain, sudden mood swings, loss of libido, intense fatigue, feeling guilty and worthless, disrupted eating habits, lack of adequate sleep and early morning wakening.

It is essential to consult your doctor before you embark on any self treatment. The contents of this article are for information purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions.

Dr. Bhatti has been treating winter blues for more than 25 years.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

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Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

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Psoriasis is caused when skin cells multiply 10 times faster than normal, and these cells, when they reach the surface of the skin and die, give the typical white scaly appearance of this condition. There are several types of Psoriasis, depending on the signs and symptoms, from Plaque Psoriasis to Pustular, Guttate, Inverse and Erythrodermic.

It can spread to fingernails and toenails, and also affect the joints which is appropriately called Psoriatic Arthritis and up to 30% of people with Psoriasis could have joint involvement.

Psoriasis is an uncomfortable and irritating disease which can be difficult to treat, it can come and go in crops or cycles over the lifetime and is not contagious.  There are medications and remedies to clear up the red patches and scales but there is no permanent cure. Some of the medications are not without side effects.

Some causes of Psoriasis and flare-ups:

• Emotional or physical trauma in about 80% of cases
  
• Chronic stress or acute stress such as death in the family/new job
  
• Strep infection
  
• Injury, especially to skin
  
• Certain medications such as some anti inflammatories like Ibuprofen, B.P. medicine
  
• Can run in families
  

Although Psoriasis is irritating and embarrassing, help is available.

Dr Bhatti introduces for the very first time in Ireland Micro-immunotherapy for treating psoriasis and many other immunity related conditions.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

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One in every 5 people may suffer from Allergies which happens when your immune system reacts to an allergen and the result could be very mild or very severe even leading to an anaphylactic shock, so it is important with the help of your doctor to try and identify your allergens and then try to avoid them. Reaction to stress can also cause a rash or exacerbate an allergic reaction such as Urticaria, Eczema, Psoriasis and Asthma.
House Dust: house dust mite live on your pillow, mattress and carpets. It feeds on our dead skin and its droppings produces dust which can cause allergies such as eczema, rhinitis and asthma.And some of the ingredients in detergents, washing up liquids, soaps, perfumes, and make up may be responsible for a whole host of reactions from headaches, nausea, wheeze, and rash.
Different foods such as peanuts and shellfish as well as some additives in your food like colourings, chemicals and preservatives may be responsible for causing allergic reactions, depending on the severity of the reaction your doctor may prescribe certain medications including an adrenaline pen for emergencies.

Your jewellery especially nickel can result in a rash around your neck, ear lobes and wrist or hands.

Latex glove allergy has become quite common due to its widespread use at home and at work, especially if you are working in a health clinic or a hospital. It can result in hives, rash, itch and sometimes with breathing difficulties.

Low dose medicine treats the cause, not the symptoms, with virtually no side effects. It uses S.K.A (Sequential Kinetic Activation) to make safe but very effective remedies to prevent and treat illnesses with excellent results.  L.D.M treats the human being as a whole, not just the disease, and considers the human being as a mind body unit with his/her individuality which is an important part of the L.D.M concept.  Allergies (including Asthma, Hay Fever, Food Allergies) are some of the conditions helped by L.D.M.

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In our clinic we use a multi pronged approach in treating this and many other conditions with evidence based therapies such as Low Dose Medicine (L.D.M,), gut health and microbiome restoration, nutritional and nutraceutical therapies, lifestyle medicine, natural hormonal balancing, glandular support, soft tissue and joint support, complex homeopathy, herbals, needle free mesotherapy and needle free acupuncture to achieve excellent results.

To discuss conditions treated and therapies offered at our clinic, contact Dr. Bhatti at (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.   During your first office visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-condition, lifestyle and behaviour.  Please consult your GP before starting new treatment. 

Note: We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer.
Always consult your G.P. for Medical advice and before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or its pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately. The information provided on these pages, site and our clinic does not constitute as a medical advice.

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Regular exercise is essential for our overall health and is encouraged by most scientists and doctors. But when exercising becomes a compulsion then it may result in harm rather than good.
Here are some potential signs of Compulsive exercise disorder:
1. Refusal to slip a workout even if you are tired, sick or hurt.
2. Feeling anxious or guilty when missing even one workout.
3. If you are preoccupied with weight and exercise.
4. Tendency to eat less after missing a workout.
5. If it starts affecting your social life.
6. Basing your self worth on the number of recent workouts.
7. Sometimes Compulsive exercise disorder can go hand in hand with Compulsive eating disorder. People with an eating disorder may become obsessed with exercising in order to lose weight
8. Some scientists also call this condition Anorexia Athletica
9. Its not a fully recognised condition.

In our clinic we use a multi prong approach in treating this and many other conditions.  We also use other evidence based therapies such as Low Dose Medicine (LDM), gut health and microbiome restoration, nutritional and nutraceutical therapies, lifestyle medicine, CBT techniques, mindfulness, complex homeopathy, herbals and needle free medical acupuncture to achieve excellent results.  

To meet with Dr Bhatti to discuss this and other conditions and therapies on offer at our clinic, contact us on (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.  During your first clinic  visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-conditions and lifestyle. Please consult your GP before starting new treatment.  Note: Your first consultation is  free. We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer: Always consult your G.P. before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or it's pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately.
We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.

By Dr Bhatti, M.B.B.S.D.C.H.R.C.P.S.I
Low dose medicine treats the cause, not the symptoms, with virtually no side effects. It uses S.K.A (Sequential Kinetic Activation) to make safe but very effective remedies to prevent and treat illnesses with excellent results.  L.D.M treats the human being as a whole, not just the disease, and considers the human being as a mind body unit with his/her individuality which is an important part of the L.D.M concept.

No medicine can be more organic, effective and safe than that which follows the rules of nature, by using biological molecules also known as messenger molecules it can restore the body’s physiological condition (health) by repairing the damage caused by a disease.

Here are some of the conditions helped by L.D.M:
1. Allergies(Asthma,Hay Fever,Food Allergies)
2. Anxiety/ Mood disorder/ Mild depression
3. Low immunity frequent colds and flus
4. Pain and painful conditions(Sports Injuries)
5. It can be safely used in children
6. Menstrual disorders
7. Osteoporosis
8. Inflammation (the root cause of many diseases)
9. Skin conditions, eczema, psoriasis
10. Digestive problems, irritable bowel, Leaky Gut Syndrome
11. Parasites/worms
12. Lyme's disease
13. Fibromyalgia
14. Chronic fatigue
15. Rheumatism and Arthritis to name a few

To meet with Dr Bhatti to discuss this and other therapies on offer at our clinic, contact us on (087) 1915051 or email health@drbhatti.ie.  During your first clinic  visit, Dr. Bhatti may ask you at length about your health-conditions and lifestyle. Please consult your GP before starting new treatment.  Note: Your first consultation is  free. We have special packages tailor-made to suit you and your finances. Please ask for our special offers.

Disclaimer: Always consult your G.P. before starting any new regime or self treatment. The contents of this article are for informational purposes only and are not intended to prevent, diagnose or cure any medical conditions. The publisher of this article or any information provided on this site including text, graphics, images, cannot be held responsible for any errors or any consequences arising from the use of the information contained in this article or this site or it's pages. In case of an emergency always contact your Doctor and the emergency services immediately.
We acknowledge the contribution of all authors and researchers.