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Recovering from lumbar decompression surgery Lumbar decompression surgery
Lumbar decompression surgeryRecovery after lumbar decompression surgery will depend on your fitness and level of activity prior to surgery. This is why a course of physiotherapy before the operation may be recommended. Youll be encouraged to walk and move around the day after surgery and its likely youll be discharged one to three days afterwards. It will take about four
Risks of lumbar decompression surgery Lumbar decompression surgery
Lumbar decompression surgeryLike all surgical procedures, lumbar decompression surgery carries some risk of complications. Recurrent or continuingsymptoms Lumbar decompression surgery is generally effective in relieving symptoms such as leg pain and numbness. However, up to one in three people continue to have symptoms after surgery, or develop symptoms again within a few
'I'm thankful I saw my GP as soon as I spotted the symptoms' Lung cancer
Lung cancerAnn Long, a retired social worker, had surgery to remove part of her lung after she was diagnosed with lung cancer.Ann first noticed something was wrongone morning."I was brushing my teeth," she says,"and as I swilled out my mouth, I noticed a tiny redspot, which I knew wasnt fresh blood. I thought something wasnt quite right and I should get it
Risks Lung transplant
Lung transplantA lung transplant is a complex operation and the risk of complications is high. Some complications are related to theoperation itself. Others are a result of the immunosuppressive medication which is neededto prevent your body rejecting the new lungs. Some of the complications are discussed below. Reimplantation response Reimplantation
Causes Lymphoedema
LymphoedemaThere are two types of lymphoedema primary and secondary lymphoedemawhich have different causes. The main causes of each type of lymphoedema are outlined below. Primary lymphoedema Primary lymphoedema is caused by alterations (mutations) in genes responsible for the development of the lymphatic system. The "faulty" genes cause the parts of
Symptoms of non-Hodgkin lymphoma Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphomaThe most common symptom of non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a painless swelling in a lymph node, usually in the neck, armpit or groin. Lymph nodes, also known as lymph glands,are pea-sized lumps of tissue found throughout the body. Theycontain white blood cells that help to fight against infection. The swelling is caused by a certain type of white blood
Can I drive after the operation? Macular hole
Macular holeNo the gas bubble will still be present in your eye for six to eight weeks after your surgery, so during this time you can't drive a vehicle of any sort. None of these exclusions apply once the gas has fully absorbed. You'll notice the bubble shrinking and will be aware when it has completely gone.
Introduction MRI scan
MRI scanMagnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a type of scan that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the inside of the body. An MRI scanner is a large tube that contains powerful magnets. You lie inside the tube during the scan. An MRI scan can be used toexamine almost any part of the body, including the: brain
Introduction Lumbar puncture
Lumbar punctureA lumbar puncture is a medical procedure where a needle is inserted into the lower part of the spine totest for conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord or other parts of the nervous system. During the procedure, pressure is measured and samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) are taken from inside the spine. CSF is a clear, colourless fluid
Introduction Swelling or lump
Swelling or lumpMost lumps and swellings under the skin are harmless and can be left alone. However, see your GP ifyou develop anew lump or swelling so that the cause can be identified. A painful lump or swelling that appears suddenly over a day or two may be caused by an injury or infection. It's likely to be an infection if the skin around the lumpis red and