Ellie Cannon

Drooling during sleep can be a sign of breathing difficulties in the night. The symptom, while often embarrassing, is fairly common. It's usually triggered by facial muscles relaxing.

Warts are small, rough growths triggered by a viral infection. They are not dangerous and can - with some persistence - be removed.

I've started experiencing strange vision changes - almost as if my eyes are subtly shaking - along with dizziness. What could be the cause?

My heart will suddenly beat fast for no particular reason. When this happens I struggle to catch my breath and feel anxious. I wear a smartwatch and it says my pulse rate is normal.

One reader writes: My husband has constant phlegm in his throat and it seems to be getting worse. What could it be?

This could be due to a vitamin deficiency - but such leg pains are surprisingly common and it is often unclear what causes them.

I'm 52 and I was recently diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I'm tired, with muscle pains. What can I do to ease the symptoms?

Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition, and flare-ups typically need to be tackled with prescription creams - which your GP can provide.

I have suffered stressful dreams and nightmares for 20 years. How can I make them stop? Ask Dr Ellie, the GP who's always here for you.

I'm in my 50s and my crotch is always itchy. What could be the problem? DR ELLIE responds...