Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. This leaflet should have answered most of your questions. 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 … Read More
Low Back Pain
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your injury. 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
High Resolution Oesophageal Manometry and pH Monitoring
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your upcoming high resolution oesophageal manometry and 24-hour pH monitoring tests. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. If after reading it you have any concerns or would like further explanation, please contact the Department of GI Physiology directly on tel: 01482 624036. What is … Read More
Thyroid Tests and Treatments: The Recommended Low Iodine Diet
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you information about ways to reduce the amount of iodine in your diet before your treatment with radioactive iodine Why do I need to follow this diet? A diet which is rich in iodine could interfere with your radioactive iodine treatment. A low iodine diet aims to reduce your iodine intake before … Read More
Paediatric fracture of the clavicle (collar bone) – Advice regarding healing and recovery
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your child’s injury. We understand you may not have seen a clinician face to face in fracture clinic however, most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. If after reading it, you have any concerns or require further explanation, please do not hesitate to contact the … Read More
Permanent Sacral Nerve Neuromodulation – For the Treatment of Faecal Incontinence Pelvic Floor Disorders
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 healthcare professional but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please … Read More
Temporary Sacral Nerve Neuromodulation – For the treatment of faecal incontinence and urgency.
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 healthcare professional but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please … Read More
Refer to Pharmacy Discharge Medicines Service (DMS)
REFER TO PHARMACY – DISCHARGE MEDICINES SERVICE (DMS) It is common to have changes made to your regular medicines or new medicines started during your hospital admission. The hospital pharmacy team can help to ensure that you receive further advice and support with your medicines when you leave hospital. WHAT IS REFER TO PHARMACY Discharge medicines service (DMS)? Discharge Medicines … Read More
Hydrogen Breath Test
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your upcoming hydrogen breath test. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. If after reading it you have any concerns or would like further explanation, please contact the Department of GI Physiology directly on Tel: 01482 624036. What Is a Hydrogen Breath Test? A hydrogen … Read More
High Resolution Oesophageal Manometry
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your upcoming high resolution oesophageal manometry test. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. If after reading it you have any concerns or would like further explanation, please contact the Department of GI Physiology directly on tel: 01482 624036. What is High Resolution Oesophageal Manometry? … Read More