What are fibrocystic breast changes?You may have been told by your clinician that your symptoms are explained by fibrocystic changes. Fibrocystic breast changes are the combination of fluid filled sacs, or cysts, and prominent thickened fibrous tissue (similar to scars or ligaments in your body). These can be localised to one area of the breast or all over the breasts. …
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12th October 2020What is bronchiectasis?Bronchiectasis Bronchiectasis is a condition where the airway (bronchi) in the lungs become widened and damaged. In healthy lungs a small amount of mucus is secreted into the bronchi. This acts as a protective lining, trapping dust and bacteria that have been breathed in. To prevent a build-up of this mucus, the bronchi are lined with microscopic hairs, …
Read moreDischarge advice for patients following the closure of your PFO, ASD or LAAO
5th October 2020General information.This leaflet provides discharge advice for patients following the closure of your Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO), Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) or Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO). What happened during this procedure? A small hole was made in the vein, in the groin, at the top of the leg. This area will naturally heal itself. How should I care for …
Read moreDischarge advice for patients following electrophysiological studies (EPS) and ablation
5th October 2020What happened during this procedure?A small hole was made in the vein, at the top of the leg. This can be on both sides. Sometimes the doctors also need to access your heart from the vein on the side of your neck. These areas will naturally heal themselves. Will I have any discomfort? Most people do not have any pain …
Read morePlease bring your medicines into hospital with you
5th October 2020What do I have to do?When you are admitted to hospital, please bring all your medicines that you are taking, not just those prescribed by your GP. In an emergency situation, if you forget, please see if a relative or friend can bring them in for you. If this is a planned admission, make sure you have enough medicines for …
Read moreSteroid induced diabetes dietary advice
23rd September 2020What is Steroid-induced diabetes?Steroid induced diabetes is when the level of sugar in your blood is too high. This can be caused by Dexamethasone (a steroid medication), which is often needed for treatment of cancer. Steroid induced diabetes is usually a temporary condition. In general your blood sugar level will return to normal after you stop taking Dexamethasone. Symptoms of …
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23rd September 2020Macmillan Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist follow up clinic
8th September 2020Introduction This leaflet is to help you understand Nurse led follow-up clinics for patients that have been or are diagnosed with lung cancer. You have been referred to the Nurse led clinic because your consultant is satisfied that your condition is stable and that your on-going care can be monitored at the Nurse led clinic.You may have even been referred …
Read moreLevel 7 Day Case Plaster Cast Advice: The Alex
17th August 2020DO NOT GET YOUR PLASTER WETPlaster casts: problems to look out for. Increased pain that is not relieved by pain killers such as, paracetamol and ibuprofen. Numbness or tingling in the hand or foot or under the cast. Burning or stinging sensation. Swelling in the hand or foot below the cast or splint. The skin or nail colour below the …
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