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This dressing must be changed daily or more often if wet.
cycling regularly, day of menstrual cycle and cycle length or any relevant details of symptoms in males.
If you feel unwell, experience further heavy vaginal bleeding or severe abdominal pain, please seek advice from the Helpline below or call NHS 111.
If you experience pain and vomiting or you are unable to pass wind or stool, please attend the nearest Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department.
, tunic or trousers Charge nurse: navy blue top and trousers Staff nurse: blue and white striped dress, or tunic and navy trousers Male staff nurse: navy
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The main risks of having an enteroscopy are: damage to teeth or bridgework. perforation or tear of the linings of the oesophagus, stomach or small bowel
Scar tissue or adhesions from previous abdominal surgery such as a caesarean section or appendicectomy.
You may find that your skin is very dry and scaly or cracked or you may have moisture coming through the skin (exudate).
You could use a jug or bowl to collect the urine in, then pour it into the container you have been given.
The medical and nursing teams will be better able to respond to any concerns or queries regarding medical/care issues.
If this starts to become heavy or lasts longer than 20 minutes, please contact your local Minor Injuries Unit or Emergency Department.
You may also need to give a blood sample or have other tests.
(white flour or corn flour to thicken) White bread or rolls (no seedy bread) Potatoes – boiled or mashed (no skins) Pasta/noodles White rice Butter/margarine
You can buy a squeezable bottle from your local high street pharmacy or online retailers, see examples below:
If the discharge or bleeding becomes heavy or offensive or you are concerned, please contact your GP or your gynaecologist for advice.
3.9 or under
Do not suck sweets or chew gum during this period.