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… Squamous Cell Carcinoma What is a Squamous Cell Carcinoma? Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) is a type of skin cancer that usually starts in the skin where … greatly in their appearance, but most usually appear as a scaly or crusty area of skin or a lump, with a red, …
… vary in their appearance. They are often first noticed as a scab that bleeds and does not heal completely or a new lump on the skin. Basal cell carcinomas can develop as a nodule that progressively and slowly enlarges. Some Basal …
… Lung function tests (Breathing tests) What is a lung function test? A “lung function test” is a procedure performed to give us accurate information about …
… dissolves dead tissue called eschar, which is caused by a burn. It is important to remove eschar so that the healing … The health care professional cleans your wound and applies a wet soak for two hours/or overnight. This is to ensure that … painkillers beforehand. The application itself takes just a few minutes. The gel is applied to your burn and an …
… during their short visit to the blood clinic. How is a blood test done? Before your child has their blood test we can use a spray that numbs the skin. It works quickly and doesn’t … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Contact …
… certain MRI and CT scans we may need to inject you with a dye, to help with the diagnosis. We usually inject it into a vein in your arm or hand. Sometimes this dye can escape … you. This is known as ‘extravasation’ and can result in a swelling. It can also cause temporary pain but this should …
… respiratory medicine and general internal medicine in the Severn Deanery in 2015. As well as a brief period working for Medicins sans Frontieres (MSF) in … her clinical commitments. She is co-lead for Lung Cancer Services at North Bristol NHS Trust, and sits on the steering …
… has information for patients who have been referred for a nephrostomy or ureteric stent. Who has made the decision … water. You will arrive at Gate 19 and be accompanied into our day case area. Please inform us if you have any … water. You will arrive at Gate 19 and be accompanied into our day case area. Please inform us if you have any …
… not always caused by liver disease. Newborn babies have a higher than normal number of red blood cells. The body … ones. As these blood cells break down, the body produces a waste product called bilirubin. When bilirubin levels in … your local hospital charity See the impact we make across our hospitals and how you can be a part of it. Prolonged …
… work for most people in your situation who have had a similar injury. It will help your recovery if you follow … Stay well hydrated and take laxatives if needed. Use a simple sling (collar and cuff) to help ease the pain when … dry. Allow your arm to hang straight at least twice a day. Remove rings or jewellery on your injured limb as soon …