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(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
These may be ‘faints’ or ‘funny turns’
Any sample displaying these factors cannot be processed and will be rejected Sample Requirements EDTA tube - 6mL Or EDTA tube - 4mL Or Required Information
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.
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 should also inform the radiologist or radiographer if you have diabetes, asthma or any allergies.
Infection Infection in the tummy or wounds. Bleeding This can be inside the tummy or on the surface from the cuts in the skin.
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.
If the discharge or bleeding becomes heavy or offensive or you are concerned, please contact your GP or your gynaecologist for advice.
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Do not suck sweets or chew gum during this period.