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If your urine is dark or has a strong odour, you need to drink more. Healthy pee is 1 to 3. If yours is between 4 and 8 you must drink more.
If your usual fitness levels are higher, it is fine to exercise at that level if you are well enough.
If you use an insulin pump, we would like your BM to be 7mmol/L. Please call your local pump team if you need advice.
If this is likely your consultant will discuss this with you.
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 time permits you may be able to use the hospital cafe. This is especially important if you suffer from diabetes.
If your wound starts to bleed, apply pressure with a clean towel or gauze if you have it, for 15 to 20 minutes.
If you have any concerns when the person is home
DO NOT DRIVE if you feel sleepy or drowsy.
If for some reason we cannot achieve this, we will keep you informed and explain why.
fluid is removed or if bleeding/bruising takes place
What to do if you have a nosebleed?
Doing this avoids causing any damage that can result if the palms of the hands are used.
Please telephone the scan department if you know you will be late.
If a consultant follow up is needed you will receive an appointment letter in the post.
What if we cancel your appointment?
If you need urgent help
You will be prescribed medication if you have constipation or if you have problems due to piles.
If you have an appointment or operation booked, please plan as if it is going ahead.
