Home Parenteral Nutrition (HPN) – Information For Patients
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. It will help you understand how Home Parenteral Nutrition (HPN) works. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team or Nutrition Nurse, but may act as a starting point for … Read More
Oral Health Advice for People with Intestinal Failure
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information on your treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require any further explanation, … Read More
An Introduction to Diet after Weight Loss Surgery
Introduction This diet sheet has been provided by your nurse, doctor or dietitian to provide initial advice for you to follow in the first few days after surgery. You need to see a dietitian and nurse 6 weeks after your weight loss surgery. An appointment will be sent to you in the post. Eating after weight loss surgery The aim … Read More
Diet and your kidney transplant
Introduction One of the benefits of having a kidney transplant is that you can typically enjoy a more varied diet. However, some dietary changes may be required, and your kidney dietitian will guide you with this. The aim of this diet booklet is to explain the importance of nutrition and food safety after your kidney transplant. This leaflet was created … Read More
Avoiding Hypos Whilst in Hospital
What is Hypoglycaemia? Hypoglycaemia (sometimes referred to as a ‘hypo’) is a low level of glucose in the bloodstream (4mmol/L or less). Who is at risk? People who have diabetes and are taking insulin or a sulphonylurea type medication (such as gliclazide, glipizide or glimepiride) are at risk of having a hypo. Does it need treating? Hypos can be very … Read More