HeyJaredGPs Talk Cancer
In GPs Talk Cancer, Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor take a coffee break to share their clinical experiences and knowledge of diagnosing cancer in primary care.
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Patient story - Georgia's experience of cancer as a teenager. Persistent symptoms, diagnosis and listening to young people. (opens the original)
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GPs Rebecca and Sarah talk to Georgia Kennedy about her experience of being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma as a teenager, exploring the challenges of recognising cancer in young people. The episode covers missed opportunities for diagnosis, how communication styles and life experience impact patient presentations, and the importance of continuity and thorough clinical questioning in primary care. Tips and reflections focus on recognising persistent symptoms, being vigilant even with young patie
Bonus: Too young for bowel cancer? (opens the original)
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GPs discuss the rising incidence of bowel cancer in patients under 50, the challenges of recognising symptoms in younger adults, and the importance of thorough history-taking, family risk assessment, and continuity of care. The conversation explores diagnostic pitfalls such as attributing persistent symptoms to benign causes like IBS or piles, the role of FIT testing, and strategies for prompt follow-up. Key advice is offered for GPs when coding consultations and safety netting for those with on
Bonus: Women with UTIs and possible bladder cancer (opens the original)
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GPs discuss the challenges of diagnosing bladder cancer in women, focusing on how urinary symptoms can often be mistakenly attributed to UTIs, leading to delayed diagnosis. The episode explores the importance of urine testing, recognizing microscopic and frank haematuria, coding results correctly, and knowing when to refer, as well as the need for effective communication and follow-up with patients. Recommended cancer key: Women with bladder cancer are more likely to experience late diagnosis -
Bonus: New onset IBS and ovarian cancer (opens the original)
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Sarah and Rebecca discuss the important link between ovarian cancer and new-onset IBS symptoms, exploring why clinicians should be cautious when diagnosing IBS in patients aged 50 and over. They highlight key symptoms such as persistent bloating, abdominal pain, early satiety and changes in bowel habit, and explain how these can differ from the intermittent symptoms typically seen in IBS. The episode also examines the role and limitations of CA125 testing, when to consider pelvic ultrasound, and
Patient story - Sharon's experience of ovarian cancer. Symptoms, treatment and life after cancer. (opens the original)
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GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by patient Sharon Withington to discuss her personal experience of ovarian cancer, from missed early symptoms to the realities of diagnosis and treatment. The episode explores the importance of early detection, managing patient anxieties, the significance of family history, and the role of empathetic care and active follow-up. The hosts highlight the lessons learned in safety netting and how GPs can better support patients through and beyond the cancer journey. R
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