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… Life after a critical illness Useful information for patients who have … we will try and get back to you as soon as possible. View our ICU Follow Up website page for more information. The ICU … not get better over time we can refer you to specialist services. Patient diaries Many patients in ICU are kept …
… or large bowel stoma (colostomy). Your stoma is a connection between the bowel and the skin, which was formed … was created to protect has healed or improved since the first operation. The anal sphincters which control the flow … and frequent stools. How long will you stay in hospital? Our aim is that most patients who have an ileostomy reversal …
… read this page if you are at risk of malnutrition or have a small appetite at the moment. Eating well can help you to … to function properly. Malnutrition can occur if you have: A low body weight. Recently lost a lot of weight. Been eating … ward kitchen. Try to eat the protein portion of your meal first e.g. meat, chicken, fish, egg, cheese, beans. Try to …
… sphincter that is relatively common in people who have had a vaginal delivery (it affects 1 in 5). What is the OASI … What happens at my appointment? You will have your first consultation with the specialists. You will be asked … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Obstetric …
… work for most people in your situation who have had a similar injury. It will help your recovery if you follow … recovery. Wear loose clothing. Support your arm either in a sling or on pillows for comfort. Take regular pain killers … how you cope at home. Put your injured arm in the sleeve first (and remove last) to reduce pain and unnecessary …
… important that you know what to look out for. During the first two weeks after surgery, if you are worried about any … at the bottom of this page. You should be able to reach a member of staff on the ward at anytime. If you cannot … pains (colic) during the first week following removal of a portion of bowel. The pain usually lasts for a few minutes …
… Do you have a small appetite? Appetite and health Having a good appetite is important to make sure your body gets all … www.bapen.org.uk/nutrition-support/nutrition-by-mouth/food-first-food-enrichment Malnutrition fact sheet - British …
… with joint pain can make movements stiff and painful. A facet joint injection provides important information for … will be injected. Afterwards you will be asked to sit in our waiting room for 20 - 30 minutes so that we can ensure … are uncommon and include: An increase in your pain in the first 24 hours following injection. Should this occur, take …
… tube exchange Your doctor has requested that you have a nephrostomy tube exchange. We hope the following … than having the nephrostomy tube inserted for the first time. It is very safe but as with any medical procedure … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Nephrostomy …
… If you have any further questions or concerns, or you have a persistent cough and a diagnosis of lung disease, please … may worsen over time. How to control your cough? The first step is to identify any sensations that come from the … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Contact …