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Hospital transfer
I am currently having ongoing treatment at my local hospital, having a CT scan next week, with an operation within the next few months. I might be moving soon, 50 miles away. Whether I will be living in a new place or not, I would like to continue my treatment (and op) at the hospital 50 miles away. Is this possible and if…
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What is the name for this type of prescription?
This might be a really stupid question but I can't find the information anywhere! I have a type of prescription where my doctor renews it for 6 months' worth at a time, but on this prescription I am only allowed to get 3 months from the pharmacy to start with, and then go back in to the same pharmacy 3 months later to ask…
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Dental care for over 60s during lockdown
I have two dentists, one private who deals with my implants and an NHS one who looks after the rest of my teeth. I had an appointment on Saturday with the private one for a repair on my All on Four bridge, which was cancelled yesterday. The reason given was that they’d been told to cancel appointments for over 60s and…
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Recommendations for online pilate exercise classes
Hi Folks Can someone kindly recommed any online pilate exercise classes for all levels - beginners, intermediate and advanced? Thank you
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Contact Lens Cost
Hi Everybody, I am hoping somebody can help me with this. I have an eye condition (Keratoconus) and see the hospital every 3 months. On my last check-up the Consultant said he wanted to try some soft contact lenses to go under my RGP lenses. I have received 3 lenses (Biofinity) and a bill for £57 which I think is quite…
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NHS eye tests
I have looked at government information and nhs and even asked at my eye test last year but just got a shrug . I am now over 60 so qualify for free eye test but can’t make out if I have yearly eye tests can I have every second one free , every one free or none at all free because it will never be 2 years since my last test…
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Gum disease
Hello I am new here I just been diagnosed with gum disease I am so depressed can not stop crying about this. I live in the UK and have stopped eating. I feel like this is the end for me.For the past 18 years at various dentists I have complained about bleeding gums and no dentist seemed to consider it a serious issue or…
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Prescription glasses - thinner lenses
Hi, I haven't posted on here before but would like to see if MSE Forum members can help. I have a high (beyond minus 8) shortsighted prescription so need thinner lenses. This can add £100s to the cost of a pair of specs. The only place I'm aware of that charges no extra for the thinnest lenses if you have a high…
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Dentist & Doctor in Barnstaple Devon
Hi, we're moving to the Sticklepath area of Barnstaple - can anyone recommend a dentist and a G.P. in the area? Thanks
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Lens replacement surgery costs
I got tested for lens replacement surgery 8 years ago but I took ill and was unable to follow through with the replacement. I know that price depends on prescription required but has anyone had replacement surgery recently that might be able to give me an idea how prices have changed in 8 years. Laser surgery is no use for…
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Where do you get your face masks from?
Hi there Where do you guys get your face masks from? Do Tesco or Aldi sell any IN THE SHOP rather than on line? I think Aldi has sold out but it's difficult to tell. I ordered a set of decent cotton ones from Amazon 3 weeks ago, but the seller (presumably from abroad) just tells me they are held up at customs or the…
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Why do you need to take paracetamol if taking tramadol
I have a pain in my leg so the doctor gave me naproxen and co-codamol but they haven't worked so I phoned the doctor and I had the option of seeing a doctor or have a stronger painkiller so I choose the painkiller so I was gaven the option of tramadol or ibuprofen so I choose tramdol and the doctor said I can also…
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Kids sized face coverings
Can anyone recommend a face covering for a child? It’s for my younger sister who is 13 but seems to have a thin face, the added element is she would prefer a black one. Anyone?
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Stitches Removal
Hi all, Forgive me for asking a really random question on here. My brother had surgery 2 weeks ago. They told him to go to the GP to have his stitches removed. He had an operation on his lower back. Unfortunately, the GP's are always fully booked and they keep telling him to call back. We've been calling everyday but they…
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Lovelies, What kind of foundation do you use?
Lovelies, share your findings. What kind of foundation do you use? It doesn't matter the mass market or something special. :)
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Makeup suggestions for 12yo (not foundation)
My niece is almost 12 and beginning to experiment with mine & her mum's makeup. I've suggested buying her some for Christmas / January birthday, but am not sure what brands to consider...her mum and I wear an assortment of Bobbi Brown, MAC, Clinique & Estee Lauder and we're keen to encourage thrift in her own makeup bag!
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Laser eye surgery recommendations
I want to have LASIK surgery and there are a number of places that do it in the Greater Manchester area where I am but I can't find many recent reviews. I'm currently considering: Optimax OpticalExpress VisuaLase Has anyone had any experience of these? Also, they still seem to be operating even with Covid but has it had an…
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Efficient Epilator
I want to buy an epilator, and I have looked at some Epilators for Women. But I am confused between Braun and Philips, can someone give me some personal experience of both brands so that I can make my choice.
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Philips shaver 3/4/5000 replacement blades
Anyone know where to buy these as the Phillips ones are nearly the price of the shaver. I have three shavers....
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Has anyone here overcome a sleeping disorder?
For as long as I can remember I've had a problem with fatigue and feeling down. I've lived with it but the past couple years it has affected my motivation at work. One thing I'm struggling is falling asleep. I'll constantly be in and out of sleep all night and on many occasions wake up around 1-3am and not be able to go…
