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Patient Information leaflets

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust produces a wide range of patient information leaflets which give details on treatments and procedures which are carried out at this trust.  We also include on this database patient information provided by other appropriate organisations.

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TitleDescription
Haematuria Clinic'Haematuria' means blood in your urine.
HaemorrhoidectomyEnlargement of the normal spongy blood-filled cushions in the wall of the anus. The common...
Hand HygieneMany studies have estimated that approximately 9 to 10% of patients in hospital may develop some...
Having a BronchoscopyDuring bronchoscopy a doctor is able to view the airways inside your lungs.
Having a ColonoscopyDuring colonoscopy your doctor is able to view the inside of the large bowel.
Having a Flexible SigmoidoscopyDuring Flexible Sigmoidoscopy your doctor is able to view the inside of the lower part of the large...
Having a GastroscopyDuring gastroscopy your doctor is able to view the inside of your gullet (oesophagus), the stomach...
Head and neck cancer pathway informationIt is hoped that this short information sheet will help to explain what happens next following your...
Headache after an epidural or spinal anaestheticThis information is supplied by the Royal College of Anaesthetists
Hernia RepairA hernia is caused by a weakness in the muscle wall which results in part of the bowel (intestines)...
Home use of tap water IontophoresisIf you have been successfully treated with tap water iontophoresis you may need to purchase your...
How do I contact the Macmillan Speech and Language Therapist?The Macmillan Speech and Language Therapy Service provides an assessment, advice, support and...
How to care for your Supra Pubic Catheter siteYour supra pubic catheter site is a potential entrance for infection and must be cared for daily. ...
How to care for your Supra Pubic Catheter siteYour supra pubic catheter site is a potential entrance for infection and must be cared for daily. ...
How to care for your Supra Pubic Catheter siteYour supra pubic catheter site is a potential entrance for infection and must be cared for daily. ...
How to complainAn easy read leaflet about how to complain.
How to look after your wound following Oculo-Plastic ProcedureOculo-plastic surgery refers to the sub – speciality of ophthalmology that deals with problems with...
How will I have my baby?This leaflet will discuss the different types of birth, the reasons for them, and the advantages...
Humphrey Visual Field TestingThis test is completely painless with no contact to the eye. The test takes place in a darkened...
Hydatidiform MoleYou have been diagnosed as having a molar pregnancy, although highly treatable this is still a...
Hyperemesis Gravidarum (pregnancy sickness)Nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy are very common. When the nausea and sickness become...
HysterosalpingogramNormally eggs produced by the ovaries pass down fine, narrow tubes called ovarian or fallopian...

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Patient Advice and Liaison Service

If you cannot find the information you need here, please contact our Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS).  They may be able to help with factsheets, further information on treatments or support groups.

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Please note

Whilst the information contained in the leaflets has been created, reviewed and ratified by our medical, surgical and nursing teams, they are intended to complement the advice of professional healthcare staff. They should not be used without appropriate medical advice. Procedures should only be undertaken by trained healthcare professionals and the trust will not be liable for injury, loss or financial impairment as a result of actions taken by individuals after reading the materials.

Care has been taken to describe the treatments in a sensitive manner, however, due to their nature you may find some of the content distressing.

If you have any questions, please contact your GP or consultant. NHS Direct provide a wealth of information on their website:
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
or 0845 4647.