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A trapeziectomy is an operation that can help relieve pain from arthritis at the base of the thumb
You have been diagnosed with a skin condition. This page explains how you can care for your skin to stop it from becoming red and inflamed. Good care of your skin will also reduce the risk of your skin becoming sore, raw or infected.
This page gives you information about Botox® treatment for an overactive bladder (OAB). OAB is where the bladder starts squeezing (contracting) inappropriately and without any warning during filling causing a sudden urge to pass urine. This need to pass urine can be so strong that it can lead to a urine leakage and may be caused by a problem with the nerves controlling the bladder. People with neurological disease are at risk of OAB but very often no cause can be identified.
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you at this time. The early days following bereavement can often be bewildering and difficult, we are here to support you through this. This page offers information and explains some of your options. Providing practical guidance so that you are aware and understand the choices available to you.
Medical photographers are qualified professional healthcare scientists specialising in the photography of patients.
Septic arthritis is an infection of a joint where the joint often becomes hot, red and swollen and it is uncomfortable to move it.
This page explains what High Flow Nasal Oxygen (HFNO) is and why it is part of your treatment. It may also answer some of the questions that you may have about HFNO. The information on this page is not meant to replace the consultation between you and your medical team but may help you to understand more about what is discussed. Please do not hesitate to speak to the doctor, nurse or physiotherapist if you have any further questions.
Patients, carers, families, friends and members of the public are invited to nominate a member of staff or a team who has gone the extra mile to provide outstanding care at Gloucestershire Hospitals
As part of our ongoing commemorations marking the anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to remember the lives lost and reflect on the many changes that it has brought to all our lives.
In order for the laboratories to accept a sample for analysis, both the sample and request form must be adequately labelled.
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This page gives you information about Enhanced Supportive Care (ESC).
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This page has been designed to help you exercise your sphincter muscles. Sphincter exercises can help you to reduce leakage from the bowel. These exercises are also beneficial for patients who are due to have a colostomy or ileostomy (stoma) reversal operation. When done correctly these exercises can build up and strengthen the muscles to help you to hold both wind and stool in the back passage.
We are pleased to announce that Kier will be our partner for the £39.5m capital project