Thoracic expansion exercises and incentive spirometry are designed to expand the lung after anaesthetic/surgery, and will improve post-op breathlessness. The effects of these breathing exercises are enhanced by being as mobile... read more →
Some patients suffer from ‘dumping syndrome’ after their surgery. It is one of the effects of having a shorter digestive tract. The food rushes through the system more quickly than... read more →
Date: ________ Meals Food/Beverage/Time Type of symptoms and Code/Time (see below) Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Mid Afternoon Dinner Supper Symptom Codes Nausea Vomiting Flushing Heart palpitations, rapid heart rate Sweating... read more →
Common symptoms of breathlessness include distress and fear, laboured and fast breathing, frustration, depression, anger and ultimately fatigue. Breathlessness may often occur after an operation. Below are some strategies that... read more →
Persistent aspiration of stomach contents and acid into the lungs can often cause infection.
One of the most common symptoms of reflux is a persistent cough. Patients often report it is worse after eating or when lying down.
It can be common for patients with proven reflux to suffer with asthma, however many patients without asthma report feelings of shortness of breath. In rare situations this can be caused... read more →
LPR Patients often describe a persistent feeling of mucus in their throats and having to clear it often. It can be a very irritating symptom often noticed by patients family and... read more →
Bloating is often associated with reflux especially when belching. Many patients describe abdominal discomfort and even gassiness especially after eating. Sometimes bloating is so severe that it can cause swelling of the... read more →
LPR can cause huskiness and voice weakness. this is a particular problem for singers as it can cause problems reaching certain notes.
For some patients, their symptoms are so severe that they lose weight. Usually this is because they avoid eating but sometimes this can be a result of depression. Sometimes weight loss can... read more →
Globus is often associated with the sensation of ‘sticking’ in the throat on swallowing, Patients often describe this symptom as a lump in the throat or neck. This is now associated... read more →
