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Occasionally sperm samples are produced that contain no sperm, this is called azoospermia. There are several different causes for this which include: In the first 3 causes, sperm are produced by the testicles but are unable to be ejaculated because of a blockage or absence of the vas. The man can still ejaculate seminal fluid, […]

This leaflet aims to help you understand and gain the maximum benefit from your operation. It is intended for patients who are either thinking about or have decided to have surgery after discussing this with their consultant or surgical team. Each person’s operation is individual and you may be given specific instructions that are not […]

This leaflet is for patients who have had shoulder or elbow surgery at Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust. Surgery:………………………………………………………………………………………….. Consultant:……………………………………………………………………………………… Date of Surgery:………………………………………………………………………………. Your range of movement restrictions are:………………………………………………… You must wear your sling for:………………………………………………………………… Physiotherapist name: ………………………………………………………………………… Physiotherapist signature: ……………………………………………………………………. This leaflet contains information to help you recover from your surgery with advice and […]

This leaflet aims to help you understand and gain the maximum benefit from your operation. It is intended for patients who are either thinking about or have decided to have surgery. Shoulder joint Your shoulder is a ball and socket joint, it is the most mobile joint in the body. Most shoulder movement occurs where […]

What is Dupuytren’s Disease? Dupuytren’s disease is a thickening of the deep tissues of the palm and fingers. The thickened tissue contracts over time, pulling the finger(s) towards the palm. Dupuytren’s contracture usually progresses slowly and may not be troublesome for years. This is a fairly common condition. Unfortunately, there is no way to stop […]

This leaflet aims to help you understand and gain the maximum benefit from your operation. It is intended for patients who are either thinking about or have decided to have surgery after discussing this with their consultant or surgical team. Each person’s operation is individual, and you may be given specific instructions that are not […]

This leaflet has been produced to give you information about your injury. If after reading it, you have any concerns or require further explanation, please do not hesitate to get in touch on the number at the end of this leaflet. What is the scaphoid bone? The scaphoid bone is one of the eight carpal […]

Regulation Arousal is the level of alertness in the body. Optimal arousal is when the alertness level is ‘just right’ for the situation (e.g., optimal arousal at night is low enough to sleep, optimal arousal at school is high enough to concentrate and learn). Regulation is the ability to adjust the arousal level to match […]

Healing This normally takes approximately 4-12 weeks to heal. Smoking will slow down your healing. We would advise that you stop smoking while your ankle heals. Talk to your GP or go to www.smokefree.nhs.uk for more information.  Pain and Swelling Your ankle may be swollen and painful. Swelling is often worse at the end of […]

First Aid for Seizures If you have had one seizure, you and your relatives may be worried about what to do if you have another. Take the time to read this leaflet ad show it to your friends and relatives so they can help you if you do have another seizure. If someone has a […]