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… Febrile convulsions It can be very frightening when a child has a febrile convulsion, but children usually recover well and … convulsions and gives some practical advice. What is a febrile convulsion? A febrile convulsion is a fit (a …
… Head-up tilt test This page explains what a head-up tilt test is, and aims to tell you what to expect and to answer any questions you may have. What is a Head-Up Tilt Test (HUTT)? A HUTT is used to diagnose Vasovagal Syncope (dizziness and …
… 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 …
… 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 …
… building Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Related links Our Hospitals Coming to Hospital A-Z of Consultants Vascular Services - For Clinicians AAA Screening Programme Team … …
… are dedicated to working with children and adults to find a communication aid or other AAC that suits an individual’s needs and lifestyle. The people who use our service all have little or no speech and may also have a physical or cognitive impairment which makes accessing …