When to seek urgent medical advice : If you have already used an unlicensed peptide and experience any of the following, contact NHS 111 promptly or call 999 (or attend your nearest emergency department) in an emergency: Severe nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain Signs of infection at the injection site (redness, swelling, warmth, or discharge) Dizziness, palpitations, or fainting Allergic reactions such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing (call 999 immediately for suspected anaphylaxis) Signs of serious infection or sepsis (high fever, confusion, rapid breathing, or feeling extremely unwell) Healthcare professionals are encouraged to take a non-judgemental approach when patients disclose use of unlicensed substances, focusing on harm reduction and signposting to regulated alternatives
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Usually, patients take 2-3 days after their procedure off from work, depending upon how physically active their jobs are
Recovery can be frustrating, particularly when symptoms become recurrent or develop into longer-term tendon problems
Coarse or stale besan can irritate the skin