We use cookies to provide you with a better service. Carry on browsing if you’re happy with this or read more about our cookie policy and privacy policy.
Please tell the nurse practitioner or doctor if you have had problems with any previous surgery, anaesthetic or if you have any allergies – this is very
If you are using an insulin pump, we would like your BM to be 7mmol/L. Please call your local pump team if you need further advice.
If needed, you may be seen by a physiotherapist on the ward.
Please help us improve this website by telling us if you find anything missing, broken or if you have an idea to make it even better.
Medication Advice Line If you have any questions about medicine you’re taking, you can call the Medical Advice Line on 0300 422 3370, particularly if you
Please telephone the scan department if you know you will be late.
If a severe endometriotic bowel is removed or if the bowel is injured, a temporary colostomy may be necessary.
If you are unable to attend your appointment, we would be grateful if you could contact us as soon as possible.
It is important to inform the radiologist if you are pregnant, or if there is a chance that you might be pregnant.
You may also be referred to the clinic if you have had a miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy.
If the line is not in use, it must still be bled and flushed once a week, alongside a dressing change if required.
What should I do if I am still in a lot of pain?
What to do if you have a problem at home
the individual is pregnant State if the individual is immunocompromised State if the individual is a health or social care worker and the circumstances
Avoid if you are premenstrual.
If you smoke, we strongly advise you to stop. Wound infection If your wound becomes infected, this is usually not serious but may need treatment.
If you feel able, take time to explore and touch your body when alone.
Drops can be used to moisten the eye if this becomes a problem, these can be discussed with you if necessary and are available from pharmacies.
If required, your pain medication can be changed or increased.
Please let us know in advance if you: