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How an MRI scan is performed MRI scan
MRI scanA magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is a painless procedure that lasts 15to 90 minutes, d epending on the size of the area being scanned and the number ofimages being taken . Before the scan On the day of your MRI scan, you should be able to eat, drink and take any medication as usual, unless advised otherwise. In some cases, you may be asked
Introduction Lumbar decompression surgery
Lumbar decompression surgeryLumbar decompression surgery is a type of surgery used to treat compressed nerves in the lower (lumbar) spine. It'sonly recommended when non-surgical treatments haven't helped. Thesurgery aims to improve symptoms such aspersistent pain and numbness in the legs caused by pressure on the nerves in the spine. Lumbar decompression surgery is often
Why does it happen? Macular hole
Macular holeWe don't know why macular holes develop. The vast majority of cases happen spontaneously (without an obvious cause). They most often affect people aged 60-80, and are twice as common in women as men. One possible risk factor is a condition called vitreomacular traction. As you get older, the vitreous jelly in the middle of your eye starts to pull
Am I able to travel after macular hole surgery? Macular hole
Macular holeYou must not fly or travel to high altitude on land while the gas bubble is still in your eye (up to 12 weeks after surgery). If you ignore this, the bubble will expand at altitude, causing very high pressure inside your eye. This willresult in severe pain and permanent loss of vision.
Symptoms Skin cancer (melanoma)
Skin cancer (melanoma)The first sign of a melanoma is often a new mole or a change in the appearance of an existing mole. Normal Moles are usually round or oval, with a smooth edge, and no bigger than 6mm (1/4 inch) in diameter (see first photo). See your GP as soon as possible if you notice changes in a mole, freckle or patch of skin, particularly if the changes
Treatment Skin cancer (melanoma)
Skin cancer (melanoma)Treating stage 1 to 2 melanoma Treating stage 1 melanoma involves surgery to remove the melanoma and a small area of skin around it. This is known as surgical excision. Surgical excisionis usuallycarried outunder Local anaesthetic , which means you'll be conscious but the area around the melanoma will be numbed, so you won't feel pain. In some
Treating Ménière's disease Meniere's disease
Meniere's diseaseTreatment can usually help to control the symptoms of Mnire's disease , although there's currently no cure. Your ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist and your GP can help you manage your symptoms. Possible treatments include: dietary advice particularly a low-salt diet medication to treat and prevent attacks treatment for tinnitus
Why a mastectomy may be necessary Mastectomy
MastectomyA mastectomy is mainly used as a treatment for breast cancer or to reduce the risk of breast cancer developing. Although Male breast cancer is much rarer than female breast cancer , it can also be treated with a mastectomy. Treating breast cancer The aim of a mastectomy operation is to remove all cancerous tissue fromthe breast. This is very
Complications of a mastectomy Mastectomy
MastectomyIn most cases, recovery from a mastectomy is straightforward and without complications. It's normal to experience certainside effects, such as short-term pain and swelling of the tissue over your chest wall. You'll also have a Scars . You may have swelling at the site of your operation due to body fluid collecting underneath the skin. This is
'I wouldn't have changed my decision at all' Mastectomy
MastectomyEmma Duncanwas diagnosed with breast cancer twice in four years, once in each breast. Her first treatment was a lumpectomy with chemotherapy and Radiotherapy . Her second treatment included a full mastectomy, removing both breasts, followed by reconstructive plastic surgery. "I asked my GP if there was any screening programme that they could put