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Call AHOU if you are concerned that you may have ascites.
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
Always read the label for directions, especially if you take other medicines or if you have been given prescription pain relief.
What happens if the operation fails?
If you do, you should tell the anaesthetist.
If your wound starts to bleed, apply pressure with a clean towel or gauze if you have it, for 15 to 20 minutes.
How would I know if I have a wound infection?
What if we cancel your appointment?
If you need urgent help
You will receive an SMS message telling you if your mobile phone is registered or if there is a problem with your registration.
or if they feel a lump in their breast.
If you have an appointment or operation booked, please plan as if it is going ahead.
Corneal graft tissue and associated fluid samples are stored in the laboratory for 10 days Contact the laboratory if microbiological investigations are
If you must be outside, please use sunblock.
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DMS is very beneficial if you have recently been discharged from hospital.
If you are already booked with a community-based midwife she will visit you at home if you wish.
A fan can be used to help cool your skin if it feels hot and sweaty. If left untreated it can cause a pressure ulcer, redness and friction.
What to do if you have a problem at home