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This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions prior to attending for an Arthrogram. 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 concerns […]

You have been given this leaflet because you have a vulva cancer which is greater than 1mm deep. Please take your time to read the following information carefully. Ask us if there is anything you are not clear about or if you would like further information. What is the surgical management of vulva cancer more […]

What is MASLD? Fatty liver disease is when you have too much fat in your liver. In a healthy liver there should be very little or no fat. For most people carrying a little bit of fat in your liver will cause you no problems. Too much fat in your liver is as a result […]

The Mental Capacity Act 2005 The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) is the law created to protect and empower ’individuals who lack capacity’ to make their own decisions about their care and treatment. It applies to people aged 16 and over. The MCA helps to protect vulnerable people who lack mental capacity and to ensure that […]

We are very sorry for your loss and understand that this can be a very difficult time. This leaflet aims to tell you what to expect during and after your medical management of miscarriage. If you have any further questions, please speak to the doctor or nurse caring for you. Approximately 20% of all pregnancies […]

Who is the specialist palliative care team? We are a team of specialist staff members who care for patients, families and carers. We work Monday to Friday 9am—5pm and are based above St Bede’s Palliative Care Unit. We consist of two teams, they are. Specialist Palliative Care Team Macmillan Hospice at Home Team You have […]

Midodrine causes bloods vessels to tighten which increases blood pressure. This action can help to treat orthostatic hypotension (also known as postural hypotension), POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and Vasovagal Syncope (also known as reflex syncope or ‘fainting’). Midodrine can be used when conservative measures are insufficient to relieve symptoms. It is important to continue […]

IBD nurses E Wilson Consultants Dr. D Mansour Dr. R Qureshi F McClure Dr. A Reddy Dr. J Barbour IBD Pharmacist L Greenwell Dr. A Saeed Dr. J Singh Dr. E Johns Dr. A Niegowski Telephone: 0191 445 3148 Blood test monitoring Blood tests are required regularly whilst taking Methotrexate. Initially, this is every 2 […]

Who We Are The Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners are part of the Older Adults Community Mental Health Team. Our service works with the patient implementing discrete interventions. Who’s Suitable Those experiencing severe mental health difficulties which are impacting their day-to-day functioning and daily activities. From low mood to difficulty with sleep to symptoms of […]

This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions regarding your MRI scan. 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 concerns or require […]