Introduction This leaflet is for patients who are preparing for colonoscopy to guide them on the low residue diet required before a colonoscopy procedure. This is a very important part of the preparation for the colonoscopy. It helps to make sure the bowel is clean for the procedure and that the endoscopist can see everything clearly. What is a low …
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31st March 2022Nebulised Colomycin therapy for non cystic bronchiectasis
28th March 2022What is Nebulised Colomycin® and why have I been prescribed it?Colomycin® is an antibiotic used to treat Pseudomonas infection in the lung. It is also known as Colistin or colistimethate sodium. Colomycin® is inhaled and administered via a nebuliser; research has shown that inhaled antibiotics can help reduce flare ups of lung conditions such as bronchiectasis and cystic fibrosis. This …
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7th March 2022Why have I been given this information?Helping your children to stay fit and healthy is really important but it can be hard. We want to support you to by giving you the right information to help your child. Nationally, 1 in 5 children in Reception class are overweight or obese. We know that this figure increases to 1 in 3 …
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24th February 2022Traction apophysitis: The Alex
24th February 2022What is a traction apophysitis? Traction apophysitis is a term used for a group of ‘conditions’ that tends to affect children who are having a ‘growth spurt’. The two most common conditions are: Osgood-Schlatter Disease (Tibial apophysitis). Severs Disease (Calcaneal apophysitis). Osgood-Schlatter Disease (Tibial apophysitis) This tends to affect children aged 11- 15 and is more common in boys. The …
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24th February 2022Magnet ingestion: The Alex
24th February 2022Swallowed magnets Most swallowed foreign objects are harmless and pass through the oesophagus, stomach and bowels (digestive tract) uneventfully. However, in some cases, magnets can damage the intestines if they are eaten and cause parts of the bowel to stick together, potentially leading to ulceration and rupture, or even blockage of the bowels. IMAGE In particular, ‘super strong’ magnets that …
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