Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. Most of your questions should have been answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your dietitian, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please … Read More
Managing a High Output Stoma or Fistula
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your condition. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Eating and Drinking for Comfort – Diet and nutrition for people with a life limiting illness
Introduction This leaflet is for people or carers of people with a life-limiting illness. It provides practical advice for those who are experiencing difficulties with eating and drinking. Eating is often a social activity and family or friends may try to help their loved one by providing food. It is normal when you are unwell to not feel hungry. It … Read More
Introductory Information after Diagnosis of Coeliac Disease in Paediatrics
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your dietitian, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More
Advice about Aminoglycoside Antibiotics (Gentamicin/Tobramycin/Amikacin)
What are Aminoglycoside Antibiotics? Aminoglycosides are a group of antibiotics used to treat certain types of serious bacterial infections. Aminoglycoside antibiotics include gentamicin, tobramycin and amikacin. Gentamicin is used for serious bacterial infections including those of the urinary tract (e.g. kidneys and bladder), gastrointestinal tract (e.g. in the abdomen), infections of the lungs (e.g. in bronchiectasis) and heart valves (infective … Read More
Tongue Tie – Information for Parents
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give parents information and advice following a tongue tie procedure. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your Child’s Doctor. If after reading it, you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with the relevant person who has been caring for your child. Should you need … Read More
Ophthalmic Surgery (Eye Surgery) – Information for Parents
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give parents information and advice following ophthalmic surgery. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your Child’s Doctor. If after reading it, you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with the relevant person who has been caring for your child. Should you need any further … Read More
Removal of Metalwork- Information for Parents
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give parents information and advice following Removal of Metalwork. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your Child’s Doctor. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with the relevant person who has been caring for your child. Should you need any … Read More
Removal of K Wires- Information for Parents
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give parents information and advice following Removal of K wires. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your Child’s Doctor. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with the relevant person who has been caring for your child. Should you need … Read More