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If you do, you should tell the anaesthetist.
Please telephone the scan department if you know you will be late.
If time permits you may be able to use the hospital cafe. This is especially important if you suffer from diabetes.
Always read the label for directions, especially if you take other medicines or if you have been given prescription pain relief.
If you must be outside, please use sunblock.
Get in touch If you have a media enquiry, please contact the Communications Team.
If you are already booked with a community-based midwife she will visit you at home if you wish.
What if my stent blocks?
You are likely to bleed a lot if you cut yourself.
If you have been given Buscopan® to relax your stomach during the procedure please seek advice if you experience any of the following:Pain in both eyes
Refrigerate samples if transport is delayed The recovery of anaerobes may be compromised if transport delays exceed 3 hours Turnaround time Up to 5 days
If you have been given Buscopan® to relax your stomach during the procedure please seek urgent medical advice if you experience any of the following: Painful
What to do if you test positive for COVID-19 If you test positive for COVID-19 and are taking the following medication for a rheumatology condition we
If you have a stoma
What happens if my CPE test is positive?
If you would like further information or you have any questions, please speak to your anaesthetist.
Please tell a member of staff if you have concerns about your cannula and immediately if:
If you have an allergy to one or more of the substances, this will show up on your back even if the rash is elsewhere on your body.
How do I know if my treatment has worked?