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If you have a question, check the FAQs below. If you still can’t find the answer you’re looking for then please feel free to contact us on 0131 537 7400 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.30pm). 1. Why should I attend my screening appointment? Four out of five cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in women aged

Improving patient access to effective medications in a timely manner is a major challenge in rheumatology. The Edinburgh Rheumatology Research Group (ERRG) promotes a culture of research trial options for patients as part of their usual care. Offering these options to participate in clinical trials, alongside routine clinical treatment options, provides increased choice to patients.

This webpage gives you information about having an anaesthetic for your operation. What is an anaesthetic? An anaesthetic stops you feeling pain or unpleasant sensations during your operation. There are different types of anaesthetic: Local anaesthetic An injection which numbs a small part of your body to stop you feeling pain. Regional anaesthetic An injection

Why is sperm donation needed? Donor sperm may be needed because of fertility problems or the absence of sperm. Sperm donation is a generous and positive act that can give many people the chance to have a child of their own. If you decide to become a donor, you will have made the choice to

​The Autologous Ear Reconstruction Service is a multi-disciplinary team. This means that different types of clinicians work together to give you the best service.  Co-ordinator Our co-ordinator for the service may be your first point of contact with the Ear Reconstruction Service.  They organise the clinics and can make and change Out Patient Clinic appointments, give information regarding the

Below is a guide to troubleshooting some common problems with hearing aids. My hearing aid is whistling Please check that:  Ear mould is fitted correctly in your ear (a loose fitting mould can cause whistling) Tubing has no cracks (sound leaking out can cause whistling) Tubing has no wax (use a cleaning wire if needed)