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Pneumothorax [English] Permalink Public
A Pneumothorax is what is commonly called a collapsed lung. A pneumothorax happens when air enters the space between the rib cage and one of your lungs. The air causes part (or all) of the lung to collapse. (English) Colour
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254296Croup (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Croup is a common breathing problem in young children. It is usually caused by the viruses that cause the common cold. (English) Colour
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262057Bronchoscopy (Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre) [English] Permalink Public
A bronchoscopy is a technique of visualizing the inside of the airways for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. This allows the practitioner to examine the patient's airways for abnormalities such as foreign bodies, bleeding, tumors, or inflammation. (English) Black & White
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262530After Chest Tube Removal (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
This factsheet covers home care instructions following the removal of a chest tube. Changes to certain activities and serious warning signs are also outlined. (English) Colour
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256058Allergic Reaction (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Allergic reactions occur when you come in contact with something your body is sensitive to. Allergic reactions can be caused by food, drugs, infections, insect bites, animals, things you breathe and skin contact with irritants such as cosmetics or soaps. (English) Colour
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254317Asthma (Adult) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Asthma (sounds like az-muh) is when the airways (or breathing tubes) in your lungs become swollen and irritated. This makes it difficult to breathe. (English) Colour
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254321Chest Pain - Non-Cardiac (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Pain in your chest can be scary but is does not always mean you are having a heart attack. We have done some tests and determined your chest pain is not coming from your heart. (English) Colour
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253986Facts about Influenza (the Flu) [English] Permalink Public
HealthLinkBC Health File information about influenza including prevention, spread, symptoms, home treatment, when to see a doctor, and how to determine whether it is influenza or a cold. Number 12b. (English)
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Post-Operative and Post-Anaesthetic Care: Caring for Your Child At Home [English] Permalink Public
This information explains how to care for your child after a general anaesthetic. A general anaesthetic is a special medicine which kept your child asleep during an operation or procedure. (English)
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General anaesthesia (say: an-iss-THEES-ee-a) is a mix of medicines that helps your child fall into a deep sleep. This means your child will not feel pain or remember the operation. General anaesthesia may be used when your child has an operation, test, or treatment.This information will help you and your child prepare for general anaesthesia. Please read this information carefully and explain it to your child, using words he or she can understand. Knowing what to expect will help your child feel less nervous. You can also contact the pre-anaesthesia clinic to help you and your child prepare. Audio available. (English)
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