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You should avoid the use of tampons for 6 to 8 weeks to prevent infection to the wound area.
Please send requests using a Chemical Pathology request form (not Microbiology) to avoid delays in sample receipt and analysis.
You can drink water but must avoid all other drinks. Do not chew gum or eat sugar free sweets. Do not smoke or use e-cigarettes or nicotine patches.
"This coordinated approach will help patients to avoid having multiple appointments and will also reduce waiting times for diagnosis.
Avoid spicy foods until you have proceeded to a normal diet.
Some nuclear medicine scans require you to stop taking certain medicines, to avoid caffeine, or to refrain from eating for a period of time before the
You should connect to WiFi where possible, to avoid using your mobile data.
time, by-passing waiting in A&E if appropriate and going straight to an assessment service Social Workers working in the two large hospitals to help avoid
Avoid hot baths, hot water bottles or sitting too close to the fire. Wear thick socks or slippers instead.
Hence, we will prescribe a low dose of medications to avoid over response.
You should avoid long periods with your leg down. This will help to reduce any swelling.
It is important that your child drinks plenty of fluids to avoid becoming dehydrated.
If possible, avoid wearing thong type underwear as you may need to wear a sanitary pad after the examination.
Try to avoid standing for long periods of time, for example when ironing, cooking and washing-up.
However, we do recommend the following: Avoid all acidic drinks such as fruit juice, fizzy drinks, cordials, alcohol, fruit yoghurt during the test period
We would recommend you avoid intercourse until the string and stent has been removed.
This treatment is intended to avoid the need for a breathing tube and ventilator in the intensive care unit.
Try to avoid strenuous activities for a couple of days to allow the medicine to work.
Children under 5 years of age and pregnant people are more sensitive to radiation so you will need to avoid them for a longer period of time.