Appendicitis
The appendix is a small, tubular pouch (around the size of your little finger), which protrudes from the lower right side of your colon (large bowel). Appendicitis is when the…
What is Surgical SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care)?
SDEC refers to the delivery of care for emergency and acute patients in a same-day or outpatient fashion, who would previously have been admitted…
If you are given some guidance to change or modify your diet, it can be difficult to know what to do. The guide below aims to help define some common terms and give you some ideas for simple and…
Our Approach in SDEC Urology
Fast and Safe Care: We aim to diagnose and treat quickly, then discharge you with clear advice on when to come back. Teamwork: We work closely with radiologists,…
Renal Colic (Kidney Stone Pain)
This is one of the most common reasons people come to SDEC. It happens when a stone moves from the kidney into the ureter (the tube that carries urine to the…
Abscesses
An abscess is a pocket of pus caused by an infection. They can appear anywhere in the body, but common places include the armpit, around the bottom, the breast, groin, neck, or tummy wall.…
General Dietary Advice
Making changes to your diet can feel overwhelming, so here’s a simple guide to help you understand common terms and make healthy choices.
Low Fibre (Low Residue) Diet
This…
Jaw Pain
Jaw pain, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain, affects approximately 30% of the adult population and is more common in women than men.
Common symptoms include:
Pain Locking…
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The Role of the skin cancer nurse
This is a nurse who can provide information and support for you and your family throughout your care. The nurse will be experienced in helping patients that have…
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