Industrial action 27 June to 2 July 2024 - unless we contact you, please attend any appointments as planned.
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Patient Information Leaflets
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Uvulo-palato-pharyngoplasty (UPPP) aftercare advice
Advice for patients who have had UPPP (operation to help snoring). which involves trimming the soft palate and removal of uvula
'One Stop' Nasal Fracture Clinic
Explains what happens in clinic and what is likely to happen during your treatment following a recent injury to your nose
Access to health records application form
Application form to complete for access to health records
Access to health records application form (LARGE PRINT)
Large print version of form to complete to apply for access to health records
Acute otitis media
Causes and treatment of otitis media (infection of the middle ear)
Advice following a general anaesthetic (ENT)
Gives you advice and information following treatment that required a general anaesthetic (i.e. you were asleep).
Betnovate scalp application as ear drops
Advice and instructions for patients prescribed Betnovate to treat or manage an ear condition
Bladder scan (Neurology)
Information for Neurology patients attending hospital for a bladder ultrasound scan because of bladder problems or difficulties passing urine
Carer information and Carer Passport
Help and advice for carers of patients using the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Chronic cough and throat clearing
Explains how throat problems can produce a number of symptoms such as cough, throat clearing, irritation in the throat and mucus
Ear Care Clinic (ENT)
Information about a clinic for ear wax management for patients with structurally abnormal ears, e.g. those with mastoidectomy cavities
Ear, nose and throat (ENT) Outpatient appointments
Outlines what to expect during your first outpatient appointment
Ear, nose and throat (ENT) patient initiated follow-up (PIFU)
Explains what the Ears, Nose and Throat Patient-Initiated Follow-Up (PIFU) service is and how it can help you manage your condition
Epistaxis - Dealing with nosebleeds (ENT)
Prevention and treatment advice for patients who have epistaxis (nosebleeds)
Globus (feeling of a lump in the throat)
Explains what globus – a sensation of having a lump in the throat – is, what triggers it and how it may be treated
Grommet aftercare information for GPs
Details ongoing management of children who have had grommets inserted for glue ear
Healthcare travel costs scheme
Information for patients and carers who want to claim back costs for transport to hospital appointments
Hearing loss in children with Down's syndrome
Explains the different types of hearing loss and what help is available
Hiatus hernia, oesophagitis and reflux symptoms - tips for patients
Some tips – some do’s and don’ts – to help manage your condition and reduce symptoms in addition to any medication or treatment you may be taking
How to see your health records
How to see your health records – accessing information held by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust