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Introduction Liver transplant
Liver transplantA liver transplant is an operation to remove a diseased or damaged liver and replace it with a healthy one. It's usuallyrecommended when the liver has been damaged to the point that it cannot perform its normal functions.This is known as liver failure or end-stage liver disease. The liver can become gradually damaged as a result of illness,
Living with a liver transplant Liver transplant
Liver transplantRecovering from a liver transplant can be a long, slow process, but most people will eventually be able to return to most of their normal activities and have a good quality of life. It can take up to a year to fully recover, although you'll normally be able to start gradually building up your activities after a few weeks. Follow-up appointments
How you get Lyme disease Lyme disease
Lyme diseaseIf a tick bites an animal carrying the bacteriathat cause Lyme disease (Borrelia burgdorferi), the tickcan also become infected. The tick can then transfer the bacteria to a human by biting them. Ticks can be found in any areas with deep or overgrown vegetation where they have access to animals to feed on. They're common in woodland and heath
Treating Lyme disease Lyme disease
Lyme diseaseIf you develop symptoms of Lyme disease, you will normally be given a course of antibiotic tablets, capsules or liquid. Most people will require a two- to four-week course, depending on the stage of the condition. If you are prescribed antibiotics, it's important you finish the course even if you are feeling better, because this will help ensure
"Chronic Lyme disease" Lyme disease
Lyme diseaseThere has recently been a lot of focus on Lyme disease in the media, with much attention on people who've been diagnosed with "chronic Lyme disease". This term has been used by some people to describe persistent symptoms such as tiredness, aches and pains, usually in the absence of a confirmed Lyme disease infection. It's different to
Introduction Lymphoedema
LymphoedemaLymphoedema is a long-term ( chronic) condition that causes swelling in the body's tissues. It can affect any part of the body, but usually develops in the arms or legs. It develops when the lymphatic system doesn't work properly. The lymphatic system is a network of channels and glands throughout the body that helps fight infection and remove
Complications of liver transplant Liver transplant
Liver transplantComplications of a liver transplant can include rejection, an increased risk of infection, graft failure, biliary conditionsand a higher riskof developing certain conditions including some types of cancer. Liver rejection In up to one in every three people, the immune system attacks the new liver and stops it from working properly. This is
How local anaesthetics work Local anaesthetic
Local anaestheticLocal anaesthetics stop the nerves in apart of your body from sending signals to your brain. You won't be able to feel any pain after having a local anaesthetic, although you may still feel some pressure or movement. It normally only takes a few minutes to lose feeling in the area where a local anaesthetic is given.Fullsensation should return a
Howlocal anaesthetics are used Local anaesthetic
Local anaestheticLocal anaesthetics are usually given by dentists, surgeons, anaesthetists, GPsand other doctors. Some medications containing mild local anaesthetic are also available on prescription or over the counter from pharmacies. Depending on what they're being used for, local anaestheticscan be given as injections, creams, gels, sprays or ointments. Some
What happens during lumbar decompression surgery Lumbar decompression surgery
Lumbar decompression surgeryIf you and your consultant decide you could benefit from lumbar decompression surgery, you'll be put on a waiting list. Your doctor or surgeon should be able to tell you how long you're likely to have to wait. As soon as you know you're going to have lumbar decompression surgery, it's advisable to stop smoking (if you smoke), eat a healthy,