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Symptoms of bone cancer Bone cancer
Bone cancerBone pain is the most common symptom of bone cancer. Some people experience other symptoms as well. Bone pain Pain caused by bone cancer usually begins with a feeling of tenderness in the affected bone. Thisgradually progresses to a persistent ache or ache that comes and goes, which continues at night and when resting. Any bone can be affected,
Preparing for a blood transfusion Blood transfusion
Blood transfusionIf you're going to receive a blood transfusion as part of a planned course of treatment, the doctor, nurse or midwife planning your transfusion will usually obtain your informed consent for the procedure. In obtaining Consent to treatment , they should: explain why a blood transfusion is required and if there are any alternatives explain
Patient story: 'I always tell myself there are plenty of people out there worse off' Blood transfusion
Blood transfusionNisa Karia, 30, has needed blood transfusions for most of her life, and she's received more than 1,300 units of blood so far. Nisa was diagnosed with thalassaemia major when she was just five. This rare blood disorder means that she can't produce normal haemoglobin for her red blood cells, so she relies on donated blood to survive. Growing up
What to do Skin, blue
Skin, blueCall 999 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department (A&E) immediately if you notice an adult or child suddenly turning blue, particularly if they have other symptoms, such as Shortness of breath or chest pain . This could be a sign of a life-threatening problem. See your GP or call NHS 111 ifyou have cyanosis that comes on very
Introduction Osteomyelitis
OsteomyelitisOsteomyelitis is the medical termfor a bone infection, usually caused by bacteria. Osteomyelitis most commonly affects the long bones in the legs, but other bones, such as those in the back or arms, can also be affected. Symptoms of osteomyelitis may include: a high temperature (fever) of 38C (100.4F) or above bone pain, which can often be
Diagnosing osteomyelitis Osteomyelitis
OsteomyelitisOsteomyelitis is diagnosed based on a physical examination and tests including blood tests, imaging tests and a biopsy. Visit your GP if you are experiencing symptoms of osteomyelitis , such as a high temperature and bone pain. Physical examination Your GP will first carry out a physical examination of the affected body part
Reducingyour risk of blood clots Venous thromboembolism (VTE)
Venous thromboembolism (VTE)There are things you and the medical professionals looking after you can do before, during and after your hospital stay to minimise your risk of developing a blood clot. Before coming into hospital You can help yourself before coming into hospital by: trying to lose anyexcess weight keeping as mobile as you can talking to your doctor if you take
Introduction Blood groups
Blood groupsThere are four main blood groups (types of blood): A, B, AB and O. Your blood group is determined by the genes you inherit from your parents. Each group can be either RhD positive or RhD negative, which means your blood group can be one of the eight types shown below (see Blood groups ).
Pregnancy Blood groups
Blood groupsPregnant women are always given a blood group test. This is because if the mother is RhD negative but the child has inherited RhD-positive blood from the father, it could cause complications if left untreated. RhD-negative women of child-bearing age should always only receive RhD-negative blood. You can donate blood if you: have a good overall
Introduction Borderline personality disorder
Borderline personality disorderBorderline personality disorder (BPD) is a disorder of mood and how a person interacts with others. It's the most commonly recognised personality disorder. In general, someone witha personality disorder will differ significantly from an average person in terms of howhe or she thinks, perceives, feels or relates to others. The symptoms of BPD