Search results for DORSET COUNTY HOSPITAL NHS
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Caesarean section - What happens
Find out what happens during a caesarean section, how you prepare, and what happens immediately afterwards.
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Caesarean section - Recovery
Find out about after a caesarean section, including what you can expect and how long you need to avoid activities such as driving.
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Burns and scalds - Treatment
Appropriate first aid must be used to treat any burns or scalds as soon as possible. This will limit the amount of damage to your skin.
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Aortic valve replacement - Recovery
Find out more about recovering from an aortic valve replacement. You'll usually need to stay in hospital for about a week.
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Angiography - What happens
Find out about preparing for angiography, and what happens during and after the procedure.
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Angina - Diagnosis
If you see your GP after experiencing chest pain, they'll probably ask about the pattern of your symptoms – for example, if you've noticed any particular triggers.
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Acute pancreatitis - Treatment
There's no specific treatment for acute pancreatitis, but for most people the condition gets better on its own within a week.
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Acute pancreatitis - Diagnosis
Because of the risk of serious complications, most cases of acute pancreatitis are diagnosed in hospital.
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Type 1 diabetes – What to do when you're ill
Read advice about what to do when you're ill if you have type 1 diabetes.
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Sharing your home: advice for carers - Social care and support guide
Advice for carers thinking of sharing their home with the person they care for, including financial, legal and practical considerations.