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Please respond politely to our staff if they ask you to wear a mask.
The Transfusion IT system will inform you if there is a valid sample in the laboratory and if the patient is eligible for electronic issue or not, or if
Hospital pyjamas and slipper socks can be provided if needed Bring your own toiletries, if you can.
There is an increased chance of picking up these bacteria if you have been a patient in a hospital abroad or had frequent or long hospital stays and if
If identified, please test serum B12 and intrinsic factor antibodies.
If you need to cancel a GTT appointment
If you are unable to attend your appointment, we would be grateful if you could contact us as soon as possible.
If your baby’s wound looks swollen, red and inflamed or if your baby develops a high temperature, does not want to feed, is sleepy or irritable please
“If you know someone who is pregnant, please do urge them to call us if they have any concerns at all.”
A sick note of up to a week can be given if needed. An appointment will be sent to you if a follow up is needed.
Call AHOU if you are concerned that you may have ascites.
If you have difficulty in repositioning then they will assist you if needed.
If you'd like to get in touch by phone, here's a list of numbers you can call.
If you have been given Buscopan® to relax your bowel during the procedure please seek urgent medical advice if you experience any of the following: Painful
If the discharge gets heavier, foul smelling or if you have bright red bleeding, contact your GP or specialist nurse for advice.
If you have a visual or hearing impairment
7 days’ supply of pump giving sets (if required) At least 7 days’ supply of feed (if required) A spare balloon gastrostomy tube (if required) You should
You should also take laxatives if these have been prescribed.
Your healthcare professional will advise if there are any further instructions (if necessary).
If a clinic is running late the clinic team will give you more information.