Archives: Patient Information Leaflets

Advice for patients following venous thromboembolism (VTE)

Date: 11/04/2024

Read our guide below about the symptoms of a blood clot and what to do if you have one. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by […]

Targeted Lung Health Check FAQs

Date: 02/04/2024

Frequently asked questions Please view a list of frequently asked questions related to Targeted Lung Health Checks. Why are lung health checks only available to people who have smoked? People […]

Living with and beyond cancer

Date: 27/03/2024

Read our guide, in collaboration with Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust about talking therapies for living with cancer. Buckinghamshire Talking Therapies now offers free, confidential support for those impacted by […]

What to expect after a burn injury

Date: 27/03/2024 Plastic Surgery and Burns,

Read our guide below which explains how to manage your scar at home and how to contact the burns and scar service. You can also download a PDF version of […]

Loop diathermy treatment to the cervix – post procedure advice

Date: 14/03/2024

Read our guide below which explains what you should avoid and the possible after effects of loop diathermy treatment. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information […]

Endometriosis

Date: 14/03/2024

Read our guide below which explains about endometriosis. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the right. What is endometriosis? It’s […]

How to take Moviprep

Date: 28/02/2024 Endoscopy, Gastroenterology,

What is Moviprep®? Moviprep® is a polyethylene glycol (PEG) laxative designed to cleanse your bowel prior to your planned colonoscopy. It does this by causing you to have diarrhoea, or […]

Paediatric permanent open door service

Date: 27/02/2024 Community paediatrics, Paediatrics,

Read our guide below to find out more about our permanent open door service.  You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on […]

Child and young person temporary open door hospital service

Date: 26/02/2024

What is the temporary open door service? It’s for children and young people who have been seen by the paediatricians and, for a set amount of time, will be seen […]

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Date: 15/02/2024

What is IBS? IBS is irritable bowel syndrome, symptoms of which can include constipation or diarrhoea, bloating and abdominal pain. IBS is diagnosed once other conditions have been excluded. It […]