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What is a Learning Disability? A Learning Disability is diagnosed when someone has a low intellectual ability (sometimes known as an IQ), which causes difficulty with everyday activities. People with a Learning Disability will take longer to learn and may need extra support to understand complicated information and develop new skills. Having a Learning Disability […]

What are the aims of this leaflet? This leaflet has been written to help you understand more about lichen sclerosus (LS). It tells you what it is, what causes it, what can be done about it, and where you can find out more about it. What is lichen sclerosus? Lichen sclerosus is a chronic inflammatory […]

What procedure have I had completed? You have had a Loop/ or LLETZ treatment of your cervix, which means that a small thumb nail size sample of tissue has been removed from your cervix to send to the laboratory to be reviewed. Risks These have been discussed with you as part of the consent process […]

The aim of large volume paracentesis is to provide symptomatic relief of symptoms associated with large volumes of fluid (ascites). What is ascites? Ascites is an accumulation of fluid in the abdomen. Although it is normal to have a small amount of this fluid in your abdomen, if there is an imbalance in the creation […]

This leaflet has been given to you as your team is worried that you or your relative may be at risk of suffering a major bleed. Your care team will talk to you about the risk of bleeding and provide a suggested care plan, but you may find this leaflet helpful. This leaflet is designed […]

This information leaflet aims to explain about parental rights, responsibilities and some of the issues surrounding Legal Parenthood. Legal Parenthood and parental responsibility are not the same. Parental responsibility can fall to several people connected to a child, until that child is 18. Legal parenthood is a position that can be held by a maximum […]

What is a low fibre low residue diet? A low residue diet limits the amount of fibre and residue in your diet. What is fibre? Fibre is found in food that come from plants e.g. fruits, vegetables and grains. It increases your stool mass and helps to maintain regular bowel function. What is residue? Residue […]

Exercise is an important part of lymphoedema management. It can help stimulate lymph flow and help decrease the swelling in your legs. When your muscles contract they act as a pump which stimulates the flow of lymph fluid through the body. These exercises should be done whilst sitting in a chair. Always ensure you are […]

How the Learning Disability Liaison Service can help: Our skills include: How you can help: Our formal pathways include: Making a referral If you have any queries, or want to make a referral, please contact the Learning Disability Liaison Service:

Non – weight bearing means no weight can be put through the operated leg, this is put in place for a certain amount of time as instructed by the surgeon and allows the injured limb to heal. Static quadriceps Sit upright on your bed or the floor, with your legs out straight in front of […]