Team PSA 2026: Caroline Diamantis FPS, Prof Mark Naunton MPS and Bridget Totterman MPS[/caption]
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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 
Case scenario
Raquel, 26, comes into your pharmacy to fill a prescription for lamotrigine for the treatment of bipolar disorder. She picks up a bottle of folic acid 0.5 mg tablets and asks your advice, as she plans to start trying to conceive after her upcoming holiday. Raquel explains that she has not spoken to her GP or specialist about her planned pregnancy, but has an appointment scheduled next week. You recall from previous conversations that Raquel follows a vegan diet.
Introduction
Pregnancy planning and care should include dietary and nutrient considerations to ensure healthy fetal growth and development, and the health and wellbeing of the pregnant person. Food fortification (with micronutrients such as folic acid and iodine) has shown to improve nutrient intake and/or pregnancy outcomes,1 however supplementation with certain essential nutrients is still routinely recommended during preconception and pregnancy.
Pharmacists play an important role in providing information about dietary sources, appropriate product selection, guidance on dosing requirements, and advice on supplements and medicines that pose a risk during pregnancy.
Learning objectivesAfter reading this article, pharmacists should be able to:
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