West London
Emergencies
Medical emergencies can be frightening, especially during serious illness. It's natural to feel anxious or uncertain about what to do. Here you will find information on common emergencies, what to expect, and when to seek help.
Emergency services in West London
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Universal Care Plan (UCP): Information for patients and carers
An NHS digital record that shares your care wishes and what matters to you
Seizures (fits): Information for patients and carers
Understanding seizures, how to keep someone safe if one happens, and when to call for help
Bowel obstruction: Information for patients and carers
How to recognise the signs of a blockage in the bowel
Managing breathlessness at home: Information for patients and carers
Resources to support someone who is living with breathlessness
Spinal cord compression: Information for patients and carers
Consider the need for urgent treatment in someone with bone metastases who has developed new back pain
Agitation and Restlessness in the Final Days: Information for patients and carers
Confusion, restlessness and agitation are common distressing symptoms at the end of life