Introduction This leaflet provides information on prolonged crying, often referred to as PURPLE crying, in a healthy baby. Sometimes healthy babies can cry for hours at a time and cannot be soothed. It usually begins within the first few weeks of life but often stops by the time the baby is four to six months old. It is common yet … Read More
Toddler’s Fracture: Information for Parents and Carers
Introduction This leaflet provides you with information about a toddler’s fracture, what it is and how it is treated. It also explains what to expect over the next few weeks and provides advice on what you can do to help your child. What is a toddler’s fracture? The lower leg has two bones; the larger bone is called the tibia … Read More
First seizure without fever in children: Local referral process explained
Introduction This leaflet aims to explain the local referral and follow-up process for a child who presents to the Emergency Department following a first seizure without fever. In the Emergency Department During your initial presentation to the Emergency Department your child will have had a thorough clinical examination. They will also have had a heart rhythm trace (ECG or electrocardiogram), … Read More
Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general instructions and information about your procedure. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your doctor or nurse but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require … Read More
Minor Cystoscopy Investigations and Procedures
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure. 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
Ureteric Stent Removal under Local Anaesthetic – Discharge Advice
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
Trans-Urethral Resection of Prostate
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure. 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
Open Nephrectomy
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 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 this with a … Read More
Trial Without Catheter
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 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 this with a … Read More