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A LEEP is used to treat or remove abnormal cells on your cervix (lower part of the uterus). This pamphlet explains how to get ready for your LEEP, how it is done, what to expect after your LEEP, and possible risks. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.
This pamphlet explains what a malleable penile prosthesis is and what to expect before, during, and after surgery. A list of warning signs to watch for after you leave the hospital is provided.
ProstinMD est un gel. Il contient un médicament appelé dinoprostone (prostaglandine E2). La dinoprostone PGE2 (ou gel ProstinMD) est comme une substance naturelle produite par votre corps. Elle assouplit le col de l’utérus pour le préparer au travail. Le présent dépliant explique à quoi vous attendre comme suite à l’utilisation du gel ProstinMD, les complications possibles et quand appeler l’hôpital ou y retourner. This pamphlet is also available in English.
This pamphlet explains what a medical abortion is, who can get a medical abortion, what happens during a medical abortion, and possible risks and side effects. Instructions for taking the medication Mifegymiso, and who to contact for further information are included. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet gives information about medications you may need after having your baby. It includes medications for pain and fever, indigestion and heartburn, anemia (caused by not having enough iron), and hemorrhoids.
Mid-urethral sling surgery treats stress urinary incontinence (SUI). There are 2 types of mid-urethral sling surgery: a mesh mid-urethral sling and a pubovaginal sling. Topics include the differences between the 2 types of slings and possible risks for each. This pamphlet will help you decide which type may be right for you.
This pamphlet answers some common questions you may have and describes what to expect if you experience pregnancy loss. A list of local resources is provided. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet explains what causes a molar pregnancy, diagnosis, treatment, test results, as well as answering questions you may have about getting pregnant again after experiencing a molar pregnancy.
This pamphlet will help you talk about the upcoming birth of your baby and help health care providers understand what treatments you would like and the things that matter most to you.
If you had your baby by Cesarean birth, you can still have a vaginal birth in your next pregnancy. This is called a Trial of Labour after Cesarean (TOLAC) or a Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (VBAC). This pamphlet gives information about TOLAC.