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The following actions may help you when you feel dizzy Before you get out of bed: These simple exercises will help get blood flowing. If you are dizzy when you stand: If you are standing for a long time If advised by clinic See the following link http://www.stars.org.uk/patient-info/treatment-options/managing-your-syncope  and click on

What is Patient Initiated Follow-up (PIFU)? The Gynaecology Department offers Patient Initiated Follow-up (PIFU). Traditionally, follow-up appointments are scheduled by the hospital at regular intervals. Some patients find this system helpful, but others may find them unnecessary or stressful. When you are on a PIFU pathway, you can arrange a follow-up appointment when you feel […]

This booklet is for patients who have had hip fracture surgery at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. Types of Surgery The type of surgery you have will depend on: Internal Fixation Internal fixation is used to preserve your hip joint rather than replace it. Internal fixation means the hip will be fixed or stabilised using […]

Fertility may be the last thing on your mind when you’re experiencing the distress of having a body that doesn’t express your identity. Understandably, many trans and non-binary people are keen to start hormone therapy or have surgery as quickly as possible. However, you may find it a source of regret if you have treatment […]

Your Pregnancy Blood Test (BhCG) Once your embryo has been transferred, you will have been given a date to return for your pregnancy test. This is a quick blood test, performed on the unit in the morning. Staff will then contact you later in the day with the result and a plan of action. The […]

What are they? Pulmonary Lung function test (PFT) or also called Lung or Breathing Test is a complete evaluation of the respiratory system including patient history, physical examinations, and tests of pulmonary function. The primary purpose of pulmonary function testing is to identify the severity of pulmonary impairment. They allows to measure parameters like: Your […]

Most girls start their periods between the ages of 11-14 years old but anywhere from 9-16 years is normal. Signs that puberty is starting are that breasts start to develop, and girls will start to grow pubic hair. It is usually around 2 years after this that periods will start. For girls with autism or […]

Unit Information Gateshead Fertility Unit is a purpose-built unit situated on the 3rd floor of the Jubilee Wing in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. The Centre was designed to provide patient centered care on a single site by a dedicated team of clinicians, nurses, and scientists. We offer a broad range of services for the investigation […]

What is re-alignment osteotomy?  The word osteotomy means to “cut a bone”. This operation corrects the alignment of the leg by changing the shape of the bone by cutting then holding it in place with plates and screws.   The bone cut could be above your knee, known as a distal femoral osteotomy (DFO), below your […]

Anatomy The meniscus is a ‘C’ shaped structure made of cartilage which sits between your tibia (shinbone) and your femur (thigh bone). There are two menisci in the knee, one on the inner (medial) side and one on the outer (lateral) side of the knee. The meniscus works as a shock absorber and spreads the […]