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Clinical features 
Warm compresses are the cornerstone of treatment, helping to soften the lesion, bring pus to the surface and encourage spontaneous drainage. A clean face cloth soaked in warm (not hot) water should be applied to the closed eyelid for 2–5 minutes, twice daily during the active phase. Once the stye begins to drain, any discharge should be gently wiped away using a clean, warm washcloth. After resolution, continuing warm compresses once daily may help prevent recurrence.2 
Constipation can be an embarrassing topic to discuss with your patients. But irregular bowel movements can not only be uncomfortable, but can lead to other health conditions and severely impact a patient’s quality of life.
Constipation is a common problem in the community,1 that can significantly impact quality of life if not properly managed.2 It’s also a common reason for primary care visits and referrals to gastroenterologists.3 Unfortunately, many patients are choosing laxatives without the help and advice of a health professional1 so may be choosing products that don’t work effectively5 or choosing to use laxatives when addressing dietary, lifestyle or medicine regimens may be the most appropriate course of action. In this CPD accredited podcast, listen to Priceline Health Services Manager Brett MacFarlane and Senior Clinical Pharmacist – Gastroenterology at the Royal Melbourne Hospital Stephanie Dimovski discuss the problem of constipation and how pharma
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