Resources

This information is about using emollients, which are moisturizing creams for the skin.

Information about normal symptoms while a wound is healing including how to spot serious symptoms of infection, and what to do in an emergency. 

This information is about medicinal leech therapy for a congested free flap. It explains why leech therapy may be used, how leeches can help blood flow in the flap, what may happen during treatment, how your flap and your health will be checked, the possible risks of leech therapy, what support is available if you feel worried and who to contact if you need help.

How to keep your skin and scars healthy.

Information about what happens and what to do when a piece of skin is taken from a donor site on your body and used to heal your wound.

This information is about how a haematoma on your leg can be treated without surgery.

This information is about an operation called a pectoralis major flap reconstruction. It tells you what to expect about the operation, how it is carried out, and what to expect after surgery.

This leaflet provides information on what you can expect following an amputation.

This information is about being actively involved in your wound care by caring for your wound yourself at home, also called self-dressing.