Breast cancer skin reaction checklist
Shows the possible side effects to the skin of radiotherapy of the breast, so you can check your own breast(s) and identify which, if any, side effects, you may be experiencing
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Patient Information Leaflets
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Breast coil marker insertion
Why a coil marker is used to aid visibility on both x-rays and ultrasound for small areas of breast tissue or calcification
Read moreBreast coil marker insertion for Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
Used to aid visibility of abnormal breast tissue or calcifications on both x-rays and ultrasound. This will help to ensure the abnormal area can be accurately identified prior to treatment.
Read moreBreast lipomodelling (fat transfer / grafting)
Explains what happens during breast lipomodelling to improve the appearance of the breast following a lumpectomy or mastectomy
Read moreBreast lump excision biopsy
Information for people having a breast lump excision biopsy - explains what happens during the operation
Read moreBreast Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
What to expect during an MRI examination of your breast(s).
Read moreBreast Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)
Explains who they are and their role in your treatment
Read moreBreast open access follow-up (OAFU) clinic
For breast cancer patients and their relatives and carers - explains how the OAFU arrangement works
Read moreBreast prosthesis
For people referred for an appointment to fit a prosthesis (or form) following breast surgery
Read moreBreast Rapid Diagnosis Clinic
Explains what will happen when you attend this breast clinic
Read moreBreast reconstruction surgery
Facts to be aware of to make an informed decision about reconstruction following breast removal
Read moreBreast reduction surgery
What happens during breast reduction operation, outlining the benefits, alternatives and risks of surgery
Read moreBreast Screening Assessment Clinic - what to expect
Explains what to expect during your visit to the secondary care assessment clinic
Read moreBreastfeeding advice for mothers having a nuclear medicine test
This leaflet gives important advice for breastfeeding mothers having a nuclear medicine test.
Read moreBreastfeeding after scans
If you have a suspected pulmonary embolism (lung blood clot), you may be sent for imaging. Depending on the type of scan, you may need to temporarily stop breastfeeding afterwards. Our staff can support you to express during this time.
Read moreBreastfeeding and pain relief
Information on what type of pain relief is suitable when you are breastfeeding.
Read moreBreastfeeding and substance misuse
This leaflet offers advice on breastfeeding safely if you have drug and/or alcohol dependency issues.
Read moreBreastfeeding support at the Family Hubs: West Berkshire
Information from the Family Hubs on feeding support groups being run in the areas of West Berkshire.
Read moreBreastfeeding support: Community drop in sessions
Information on volunteer run community based support groups for breastfeeding along with information for those living in the West Berkshire area.
Read moreBreastfeeding with breast milk fortifier supplements
This leaflet is for parents and carers of babies leaving Buscot Ward and gives instructions on how to supplement breastmilk with a breast milk fortifier.
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