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- Cancer Services
- Colposcopy / Gynaecology
Title - Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Description - There are more than 100 types of HPV. About 40 of these can infect the genital area of both men and women. They are called genital HPVs. Some of these cause genital warts and others can cause changes in the cervical cells that may eventually progress to cancer cells. These changes are usually detected by your cervical screening test, having a colposcopy or a biopsy. - Critical Care Unit
Title - Critical Care Services
Description - This booklet has been given to you to help you understand your recovery journey following your stay on the Critical Care Unit. Please remember that this is just a guide and that each person is different and may experience all, some or none of the things mentioned in this booklet; there is no set pattern for recovery.