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Headaches [English] Permalink Public

Headaches are one of the most common complaints in both children and adults. Most headaches are temporary. They are caused by tension of the muscles of the face, neck and scalp. (English) Colour

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Stellate Ganglion Block in the Pain Clinic (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre, Langley Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

A stellate ganglion block is an injection into the bundle of nerves (the ‘stellate ganglion’) that carry signals from the arms to the brain. Provided at the Pain Management Clinic. (English) Colour

Celiac Plexus Block in the Pain Clinic (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

The celiac plexus is a complex network of nerves located in the abdomen. An injection into this area is performed to control pain caused from abdominal and pancreatic cancers. This pamphlet provides additional information including how the injection is done, the associated benefits, and potential risks and side effects. (English) Colour

Instructions & Diary After a Pain Management Treatment (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet contains a diary in tabular form allowing you to track your pain level following an injection for pain relief. (English) Colour

Epidural Steroid Blocks: Caudal, Cervical, Thoracic, or Lumbar in the Pain Clinic (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre, Langley Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

An epidural steroid block is an injection of a steroid into the epidural space. The epidural space is located just above the spinal cord, surrounded by a sac of fluid. Provided at the Pain Management Clinic. (English) Colour

Bladder Infection (Urinary Tract Infection) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

You have an infection in your bladder. A bladder infection is also called a urinary tract infection (or UTI). This infection is most often caused by bacteria travelling up the urethra into the bladder. (English) Colour

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Cellulitis (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

You have an infection of the deepest layer of your skin. This is called cellulitis (sounds like sell-u-li-tis). It is usually caused by bacteria. (English) Colour

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Neck Pain and Strain (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This factsheet provides an overview about neck pain and strain including treatment options. (English) Colour

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Pericarditis [English] Permalink Public

Information for patients diagnosed with pericarditis and being sent home. Information includes: what it is, how it is discovered, the tests done, how it is treated, and when to get help (English) Black & White

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain [English] Permalink Public

A six-week workshop that helps people with chronic pain to better manage their symptoms and their daily lives. The workshop provides information and teaches practical skills. It gives people the confidence and motivation they need to manage the challenges of living with chronic pain. NOTE: Brochures can be ordered at no cost by calling our Toll Free Line 1-866-902-3767 or completing the order form at http://www.selfmanagementbc.ca/uploads/University%20of%20Victoria%20Ladner%20Office/OrderFormApril%2026.pdf and fax your request to us 604-940-2099. (English)

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