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Nipple Discharge - Is this normal? [English] Permalink Public

Any fluid that is not milk and is leaking out from a nipple of the breast is called ‘nipple discharge’. This pamphlet discusses nipple discharge, what causes it, what tests are done, and how it is treated. (English) Colour

Breast Calcifications [English] Permalink Public

Breast calcifications (sounds like kal-seh-feh-kay-shuns) are tiny spots of calcium found anywhere in the breast tissue. The calcifications are so small you won’t feel them. They appear as white spots or flecks on a mammogram (breast x-ray). Sometimes, they are so small they look like dust. This pamphlet describes them, what causes them and how they are treated. (English) Colour

Comfort in Early Labour (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

In the early stages of labour, the best place for you and your family to be is the comfort of your own home. The following information suggests ways to stay comfortable during this time, and it also provides guidelines to assist you in your decision on when to return to the hospital. (English) Colour

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Vaginal Yeast Infection [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Health File information about vaginal yeast infection including overview of vaginal yeast infection, symptoms, and treatments. Number 08j. (English)

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Having Your Baby - Your Hospital Stay (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Having a baby is a very exciting time! Our goal is to help you and your family welcome this baby in a safe and caring environment. Read this booklet carefully. It is meant to help you plan your stay and know what to expect when you come to the hospital to have your baby. Bring this booklet with you when you come to the hospital. STORES #448419 (English) Colour

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Your Late Preterm Baby (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

A ‘late preterm’ baby is a baby born three to five weeks early, or between 35 weeks and 37 weeks of pregnancy. These babies are usually healthier than babies born earlier, but there is a chance they could have certain health problems. This information is meant to help you care for your baby at home and know what to watch for. (English) Black & White

Pregnancy and Dental Health [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Health File information about pregnancy and dental health including the importance of dental health during pregnancy, how to keep your teeth and gums healthy, and check-ups with your dentist. Number 38b. (English)

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Epidural during Labour (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

This resource is for people who are giving birth and considering an epidural for pain relief. It explains what to expect when you get an epidural, side-effects, and safety. (English) Colour

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Breast Cysts [English] Permalink Public

A simple breast cyst is a small sac filled with fluid. It is like a tiny balloon filled with water. Women can have one cyst or several cysts. Cysts can be in one or both breasts. (English) Colour

Breast Fibroadenoma [English] Permalink Public

A fibroadenoma (sounds like ph-eye-bro-ad-in-oh-ma) is a solid lump of breast tissue. This type of lump is benign, which means it is not cancer. This pamphlet describes what it is, what causes it, and how it is treated. (English) Colour