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Where we will amputate (level of amputation)
We suggest that you take regular pain relief medication such as paracetamol. Please follow the dosage instructions on the pack.
Here are a few we recommend: Online videos An introduction to mindfulness (Mindfulnet.org, 3 mins) ‘About mindfulness’ - (Dumfries & Galloway’s, 7 mins
The way we gain control of our bladder and bowel (known as continence) is a complex skill which we learn as a young child.
If your child's difficulties do not go away or it affects their day-to-day life, we can look at ways to support them in reducing their sensitivity.
I believe, not just as a nurse, that in the long run, where would we be without some research? So, I wouldn’t hesitate."
There are some risk factors that we know increase the chance of hip dysplasia, such as: Breech delivery Family history of a childhood hip problem Conditions
We advise against driving and from your intravenous treatments. On arrival for an appointment, please report to the main Oncology Reception.
We advise you to keep the wound dry and covered for the first 4 days.
We are unsure what the reason is for developing this pain, but current research suggests it is because of a nerve problem.
Once we have received these results, they will be shared with you in a timely manner.
Linking in with our research colleagues has opened up conversations around how we better connect QI and Research with one QI project now being worked up
In some cases, often because of problems with passing motions, these cushions enlarge over time, forming what we call piles (haemorrhoids).
If your child has any of the symptoms below, we suggest you seek advice from your GP or telephone NHS 111 today.
If your test is at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, we recommend that you park in the tower car park which operates a pay on leaving system.
For the time that you are in the department we want to provide a safe, supportive and pleasant environment.
We will keep you informed of any delays. Each of your treatment appointments for radiotherapy may not be at the same time and are subject to change.
If we are trying to rule out an upper limb DVT the sonographer will scan your neck, upper chest and whole arm on the affected side.
If you are unable to give yourself the enema, we do have facilities to do this in the Endoscopy Department.
Your vision will be tested and we will explain the procedure to you. Please ask any questions that you may have.