Operational Stress Injury Clinic
This pamphlet outlines the services offered by the Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic. It explains what an operational stress injury is and lists common types of OSIs.
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Ophtalmopathie thyroïdienne
L’ophtalmopathie thyroïdienne (maladie de Basedow, maladie de Graves) peut se présenter si vous avez des problèmes de glande thyroïde. Dans le présent dépliant, nous vous expliquons comment elle est diagnostiquée et traitée et ce que vous pouvez faire pour améliorer la situation. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Ophthalmic Imaging
Ophthalmic imaging is when images are taken of the eye. These pictures are used to detect eye conditions. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for ophthalmic imaging, how ophthalmic imaging is done, and what will happen after it is done.
Opioid Recovery Program (ORP) - Port Hawkesbury and Antigonish Areas
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Opioids for Shortness of Breath in Advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Shortness of breath is the most common symptom for people with advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This pamphlet explains what causes shortness of breath, how opioids help, what kinds of opioids are used, if opioids are safe, and possible side effects.
Options for Birth After Cesarean
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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.
Oral Irons and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have anemia (not enough red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood). Taking oral irons will give you enough iron to make hemoglobin. The pamphlet explains what oral irons are, how to take and store them, and possible side effects.
Oral Magnesium Supplements
Your health care provider has suggested you take an oral (by mouth) magnesium supplement. This may be a capsule, liquid, or a powder. Helpful hints and a sample schedule are provided.
Orbital Decompression Surgery
During orbital decompression surgery, the eye surgeon will remove a large part of the bony wall in the orbit (eye socket). This pamphlet explains why you may need this surgery, and what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
Orbital Tumour Surgery
You need surgery to remove a piece of the tumour in your orbit (eye socket), or to remove the whole tumour. This pamphlet explains why you need orbital surgery, and what to expect before, during, and after surgery.