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General advice Your child has been given insoles to wear inside their shoes. They may be made of plastic, leather or other material and are designed to help correct the foot position. They may be half or full length. What shoes can be worn? You will be able to buy your own shoes to wear […]

What happens when I attend the clinic? When the breast team is ready to see you, a nurse will take you in to a consulting room where you will be asked to undress above your waist and change in to a hospital gown. Please wear separates (skirt/trousers and top). You will then be examined by […]

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 […]

The Remote DAFNE (Dose Adjustment For Normal Eating) course is a clinical appointment that has been developed in partnership with The Open University. By taking part in a Remote DAFNE course you can learn the DAFNE way of managing your type 1 diabetes from home. This might fit in better with your work and home […]

Simple lymphatic drainage is a form of gentle massage to help move fluid away from a congested area towards healthy lymph nodes where it can be drained more effectively.  It is one of the four main treatments used to help manage lymphoedema and should be used alongside skincare, exercise and the use of compression garments. […]

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

When you go home from hospital The stoma team will refer you to your community stoma nurse on discharge. We will also write to your GP. A member of the QE stoma team will ring you within two working days after discharge to ensure you are managing at home. Your Community Stoma Nurse will contact […]

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, […]

What is ultrasound? An ultrasound scan is a painless examination, which uses sound waves to make images of the inside of your body. A contrast enhanced ultrasound scan is a test used to get more information. Is ultrasound safe? Yes, ultrasound is harmless, no radiation (X-rays) are used. Is there any preparation? No preparation is […]