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When the first donor conceived children were born a few decades ago parents were routinely encouraged not to tell them about their biological identity. The argument seemed to be that “What you don’t know won’t hurt you”. Why risk rejection by family and friends? Why risk potential rejection by your child? The experience of donor […]

An Introduction to me Please complete as much of this information as you can to help the critical care team to provide the best possible care for your relative or friend Personal details: My preferred name: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… My age: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… My religion: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… My dietary requirements: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… My communication needs: e.g. hearing aids, speech difficulties, […]

What is Azithromycin? Azithromycin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Why have I been prescribed Azithromycin? You have been prescribed Azithromycin to try to improve the amount of infections and chest symptoms you get. Azithromycin can work in two ways: What dose do I take and how do I take Azithromycin? Usually one […]

General advice Your child has been given insoles to wear inside their shoes. They may be made of plastic, leather or other material and are designed to help correct the foot position. They may be half or full length. What shoes can be worn? You will be able to buy your own shoes to wear […]

What happens when I attend the clinic? When the breast team is ready to see you, a nurse will take you in to a consulting room where you will be asked to undress above your waist and change in to a hospital gown. Please wear separates (skirt/trousers and top). You will then be examined by […]

What is anticoagulation? Anticoagulation is the slowing down of the process of coagulation (blood clotting) using medicines. There are different types of treatments, injections for example Tinzaparin or tablets. The new types of anticoagulant tablets, sometimes called direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs), do not require monitoring. Some patients are not able to take DOACs and require […]

What is alcohol dependence? Alcohol Dependence is the most serious drinking problem. Usually, people have difficulty controlling the desire to drink. People who become physically dependent often drink every day and need to maintain this to prevent becoming unwell. What causes alcohol dependence? Excessive drinking over long periods will increase physical tolerance to alcohol. The […]

Many women have symptoms of depression before, during and after pregnancy, and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as citalopram (Celexa® ), fluoxetine (Prozac® ) and sertraline (Lustral®) are often used to help treat these. They can be used at any stage of pregnancy if clinically indicated, and should not be withheld on the basis […]

This booklet is for patients who have had Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction surgery at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. What is an ACL reconstruction? ACL reconstructive surgery may be indicated following trauma to the knee that has ruptured the ACL ligament, symptoms may include instability and locking which may interfere with your every day or […]

This booklet is for patients who have had Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Meniscus Repair at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. What is an ACL reconstruction? ACL reconstructive surgery may be indicated following trauma to the knee that has ruptured the ACL ligament, symptoms may include instability and locking which may interfere with your every […]