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Why have I been given this card? You have been given the NHS Steroid Emergency Card as you are prescribed steroid treatment (this may be tablets/creams/inhalers/injections/nasal sprays) for longer than four weeks or having repeated short courses. It is important that any healthcare professional who treats you knows about your steroid treatment. You should not […]

What is the SACT Homecare Trial Project? Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust (GHNFT) are currently trialling a new pathway for some of our chemotherapy patients, which means that they can receive more of their treatment in their own home. We are hoping that this that this process will improve the experience of our patients, not […]

This information leaflet is to provide you with some information about the stoma care nursing team. We are a group of specialist nurses who have undertaken extra training in the support and education of patients who may or are definitely having the formation of a stoma. We will: At clinic today you will have been […]

Healing Soft tissue injuries normally take approximately 6-8 weeks to heal, although in some cases this may be quicker or longer depending on the severity of the injury or if you have had surgery. Smoking will slow down your healing. We would advise that you stop smoking while your injury heals. Talk to your GP […]

This information leaflet provides specific information about your surgery and should be read alongside the ‘Gynaeoncology patient information to prepare you for your surgery and recovery’. What is a pelvic mass? Pelvic mass is a term that we use to describe an abnormal growth of tissue within the pelvis. Masses can be benign (not cancerous), […]

This leaflet provides you information about your surgery. The information in this leaflet should already have been explained to you by a Doctor. We hope this helps you remember what you discussed with your Doctor and also to answer any questions you may have. If you still have questions after reading this leaflet, then please […]

Your child’s doctor has suggested a test called a SNP array which may be helpful in investigating your child’s difficulties. This leaflet aims to explain what this test is and what the results might mean. What are chromosomes? DNA acts as our instructions, telling our bodies how to grow and develop. A gene is a […]

This leaflet provides information about how to self-administer a daily subcutaneous injection you need while stopping your warfarin medication for your endoscopy test. The injection is called tinzaparin. The reasons why you need to stop your warfarin medication will have been discussed with you at your preassessment appointment. What is a subcutaneous injection? A subcutaneous […]

What is it? A silicone gel sheet is a soft, flexible, self-adhesive dressing that is applied over scars. Silicone can help to improve the colour, height and texture of a scar and can help to make the scar flatter and paler. It can also relieve itching and discomfort. How does it work? It is not […]

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 the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion.  If after reading it you have any concerns or […]