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BMA Resident Doctors’ Industrial action – 7 April to 13 April and temporary changes to Cheltenham A&E
The majority of routine operations are successful. It is important to be aware of some of the problems that can happen following surgery. This page outlines some of the complications of surgery and how to minimise their effects.
Renal dietitians, more commonly known as kidney dietitians support the dietary needs of people with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Today you have had treatment known as Loop Diathermy (LLETZ) to remove an abnormality on your cervix (neck of the womb); this is called Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN). This page gives you information about what to expect after the treatment and in the future.
This page gives patients with arthritis advice on how to manage a flare (worsening of symptoms).
This page provides information for people with diabetes, about having a hypoglycaemic (low blood glucose) episode.
This page gives you instructions about the safe use of crutches.
Many young children express dislike and anxiety to certain sounds, especially if these are loud or unexpected. This may range from a simple 'startle' response to an unknown sound, to more severe and fearful reactions. Throughout childhood it is normal for children to have a phase of increased reactions to new sounds. This is usually a short-term phase but can sometimes be referred to as hyperacusis if these difficulties become long term.
The department offers a range of semen infertility investigations which include:
by Elizabeth Hemlock
This page gives you helpful guidance to make sure that any item of patient information you are working on is evidence based, and written in keeping with Plain English standards and those of the Trust.
It is important to drink plenty of fluid. You should drink 6 to 8 glasses of fluid every day to prevent dehydration. During warmer weather you need to drink more fluids. The information in this page will help you choose the type and amount of fluid your body needs to maintain a healthy bladder and bowel.
The information on this page is a guide for patients and carers about vitrectomy surgery.
The service offers support and information to anyone who has concerns about cancer, their relatives, friends and carers.
Blood Transfusion
The Frailty Assessment Unit specialises in the care of older people living with frailty. It is located on the ground floor of Gallery Wing at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital.
Chemical Pathology
Neonatal alloimmune neutropenia (NAIN) is a transient disorder characterised by maternal IgG antibodies targeting fetal neutrophil antigens, resulting in neutropenia. This condition arises when the fetus inherits neutrophil-specific antigens from the father that are absent in the mother. Maternal sensitisation leads to the production of alloantibodies, which cross the placenta and mediate neutrophil destruction.
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