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Surgery for Cancer of the Vulva The type of surgery carried out depends on the type, size, depth and position of the vulva cancer and your general health. The aim of the surgery is to remove all of the cancer and an area of healthy tissue around it (this is called a ‘margin’). It is […]

What is an ileostomy? An ileostomy is a portion of the small bowel that is brought through the abdominal wall, to allow faeces to be excreted, bypassing the large bowel. It is usually located lower right side of abdomen. What should the consistency of the ileostomy be like? The consistency of the motion from an […]

This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions regarding a port insertion. 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 […]

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

Radical Trachelectomy This information leaflet provides specific information about your surgery and should be read alongside the ‘Gynaeoncology patient information to prepare for your surgery and recovery’ What is a Radical Trachelectomy? A trachelectomy is an operation for early-stage cervical cancer that preserves fertility for women who still wish to have children. The procedure involves […]

This information leaflet has been produced to give you general information and hopes to answer most of your questions when requiring Uterine Fibroid Embolisation. 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 […]

What to do Step 1—Breathing Step 2 —Neck Step 3 —Clavicles / Collarbones Step 4 —Axilla / Armpit Step 4 —Axilla / Armpit (Alternative clearance technique) Step 5 —Chest (unaffected side) Step 6—Chest (central) Step 7 —Chest (affected side) Step 8 —Armpit / Back (with help) Clear Axilla Step 9 —If breast affected Step 10 […]

Do’s and Don’ts of Skin Care Things to avoid Looking after your skin daily is vitally important. Build a daily skin care routine Avoid using soaps which dry your skin when washing. Ask your therapist for advice. Dry your skin thoroughly, and check all the skin as you do so, especially between the fingers and […]

What is palliative care? Palliative care describes the physical, psychological, spiritual and social aspects of care and support given to individuals who are living with an illness or disease that cannot be cured. This could be either cancer or non-cancer diagnosis. The health professionals caring for you, will offer to talk to you and anyone […]

If it is through the day 8am-8pm As soon as you are ready please telephone your district nursing team. If it is after 8pm please telephone the Out of Hours Palliative Care Team on 07824 461957 The nurses will come and verify your relative who has died. Verification of death will be confirmed, and a […]