Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure. Most of your questions should have been answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor/hand therapist but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, … Read More
Gabapentin
Introduction You have been given this leaflet because you have been prescribed Gabapentin tablets. What is Gabapentin and what is it used for? Gabapentin is used to treat some types of persistent pain. It is especially good for nerve pain, such as burning, shooting or stabbing pain. Gabapentin belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants which are also used … Read More
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Your Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Some 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 further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Rhinoplasty – Discharge Advice
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general advice following your discharge. 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 further explanation please … Read More
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. 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 further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Wound Care Advice – Following Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. 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 further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More
Information on Tracheoesophageal Catheter Placement
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about how to place a tracheoesophageal catheter. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your healthcare professional but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or … Read More
Your Guide to Parenteral Nutrition (PN)
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment and answer most of your questions. 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 further explanation, please discuss this with a … Read More
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) – Insertion for patients on parenteral nutrition or intravenous fluids under the care of the nutrition team
Introduction This advice sheet has been produced to provide you with information about PICC insertion. It is not meant to replace the discussion between you and your Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). If after reading it, you require further explanation, please discuss this with the CNS from the Nutrition Team. What is a PICC? A PICC is a long thin flexible … Read More
Caring for your Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) Line for Parenteral Nutrition or Intravenous fluids
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