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If needed, antibiotics will be prescribed.
If you have been given sedation, you will be able to go home within about 2½ hours.
What will happen if I decide not to have the operation?
Telephoning the laboratory for results If you have access to the hospital computer system, please check if the results you require are available there
If you require hospital transport we are not able to book this for you.
Physiotherapy (if needed we will refer you). Replace missing teeth – if this is appropriate it will have been discussed with you.
If calling out of hours, or if the Mortuary Assistant on duty is unable to answer the phone, please leave a message with your reason for calling and your
We will not know if this is needed until the test itself.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you feel unwell Get in touch straight away if you become unwell between your pre-op assessment appointment and your admission date, for example if you
Non-urgent advice or queries In the first instance, please refer to G-Care for any clinical haematology queries, If you cannot find the answer to your
We will not be able to send you home by yourself if you have had a general anaesthetic.
If your ultrasound measurements shows that you are having a large baby. If your ultrasound scan shows excess liquor (water surrounding the baby).
If this pipe is blocked, urine cannot leave the kidneys. If untreated, this can cause the kidneys to become damaged and you to feel unwell.
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If you have paper notes, you should bring them with you to every health check, including GP and hospital appointments.
If you notice any of the following:
If you have any further questions, please ask a member of staff.
If you are overweight, it is advisable to try and lose weight.
Repeat at 12 hours post chest pain to determine if rising or stable level.