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Pain and Ways to Manage It (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Pain is an unpleasant feeling or sensation. Pain can come from any part of your body. It can be sharp or dull. Pain can come and go or be constant. You may feel pain in one part of your body or you may feel pain all over, such as when you have the flu. This booklet describes various types of pain, various ways to manage your pain including medications, what to watch for, and when to get help. (English) Colour

Nitroglycerin Patch [English] Permalink Public

Nitroglycerin is in a group of medicines called nitrates. It is used for people with coronary artery disease or heart disease. It reduces the number of times a person has chest pain (angina). Also, it improves blood flow for people with heart failure. Brand names for this medicine include Minitran®, Nitro-Dur®, Transderm-Nitro®, Trinipatch®. (English) Colour

Nitrates [English] Permalink Public

Nitrates are used to give instant relief from chest pain (angina). They come in spray or tablet form and have nitroglycerin as the ingredient. This group of medicines include nitroglycerin spray (Apo-Nitroglycerin®, Mylan-Nitro®, RHO-Nitro®, Nitrolingual®) and nitroglycerin sublingual tablet (Nitrostat®). (English) Colour

Collecting My Colostrum While Pregnant (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Colostrum is the early milk your body makes. Some people can start collecting their milk at 36 weeks pregnant — ask your healthcare provider if this is the right time for you. Read this booklet to learn about collecting your colostrum while pregnant. (English) Colour

Stopping your milk supply [English] Permalink Public

There can be many reasons to stop your milk supply. It could be that your baby is now older and ready, or that you need to take medications, like cancer drugs for long-term. This booklet will tell you how you can stop your milk supply, if you have to do it quickly or if you can take your time and wean gradually. (English) Colour

Low-Residue Diet - For reducing your risk of a bowel obstruction [English] Permalink Public

If your dietitian or doctor says you need a low-residue diet, read this booklet for more information. It tells you what foods are safe to et and what foods to avoid. It also tells you about bowel obstructions and how to reduce the chance of developing once. (English) Colour

Eating after Myotomy Surgery [English] Permalink Public

A guide to eating after myotomy surgery for achalasia. (English) Colour

Kidney-Friendly Shopping List [English] Permalink Public

The foods listed can be enjoyed by people with kidney disease. These foods are lower in sodium, potassium, and don’t contain phosphorus additives. (English)

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Eating after Esophagectomy [English] Permalink Public

A guide to nutrition after esophagectomy surgery (English) Colour

Eating after Hiatus Hernia Repair [English] Permalink Public

A guide to eating after hiatus hernia repair. (English) Colour

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