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Soft tissue injury of ankle or foot A soft tissue injury is an injury to the muscle, ligament or tendon. It is usually caused by overstretching of the soft tissues. Recovery can take from 2 to 6 weeks and sometimes longer. It may become more bruised and swollen over the next few days. This is […]

Discharge instructions for pyelonephritis You have been seen in the same day emergency care (SDEC) / emergency department today and told that you have a kidney infection. This is called pyelonephritis. What is a kidney Infection A kidney infection is a painful bacterial infection of one or both of your kidneys. It is caused by […]

Soft Tissue Injuries to the Hand or Wrist A soft tissue injury is an injury to the muscle, ligament or tendon. It is usually caused by overstretching of the soft tissue which can be followed by pain, swelling, reduced movement and difficulty walking. Full recovery from soft tissue injuries can take up to six weeks. […]

The diagnosis of a fractured collarbone has been made at your A&E Department / Urgent Treatment Centre visit. The treatment of such a fracture is as follows It is recommended that your child should wear a broad arm sling or a shoulder immobiliser for 2-4 weeks, depending upon their pain. The sling supports the weight […]

Soft tissue injury of the knee A soft tissue injury is an injury to the muscle, ligament or tendon.  It is usually caused by overstretching of the soft tissues which can be followed by pain, swelling, reduced movement and difficulty walking. Full recovery from soft tissue injuries can take up to six weeks. Do’s Don’ts […]

Chest injuries are not always x-rayed. Broken ribs are not strapped. Chest injuries can be very painful, and this may last for a few weeks. You need to breathe deeply and fill the lungs with air to prevent getting a chest infection. Do’s You should cough if necessary. If this painful, press firmly over the […]

Your child has sustained an injury of the wrist bone which your doctor has diagnosed as a “Buckle Fracture”. This injury is treated like a sprain and will not cause any long term problems. Treatment We have provided your child with a wrist support (splint) to make them more comfortable and to reduce the chances […]

You have been diagnosed with a viral infection. Viral illnesses are common. The symptoms make take several days, or longer, to recover. Viral infections do not respond to antibiotics; therefore, you will not be prescribed antibiotics. Symptoms may include Do’s Seek medical attention if Please contact

Viral illnesses are common in babies and young children. Only a small number of children will require admission to hospital. The child may take several days, or longer, to recover. Viral infections do not respond to antibiotics. Symptoms may include: Do’s Seek further medical advice if any of the following occur: POINTS OF CONTACT

Depending on the size and depth of your wound it may have been closed with one of the following methods. Stitches A&E/UTC staff will tell you how long the stitches need to be left in (usually between 5 and 14 days). Unless you are given an appointment to return to A&E/UTC you should make an […]